Janeane Garofalo - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 28, 1964 |
|---|---|
| Age | 61 |
| Birthplace | Newton, New Jersey, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Janeane Garofalo's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Stand-up comedy, film and TV roles (notably in 'The Larry Sanders Show', 'Reality Bites', 'Wet Hot American Summer'), political activism |
Intro
Janeane Garofalo is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer known for her sharp wit and dry, self-deprecating humor. She has appeared in various films, television shows, and has made significant contributions to alternative comedy and political commentary.
Early Life & Background
Janeane Garofalo was born on September 28, 1964, in Newton, New Jersey. She grew up in a conservative Catholic household as the daughter of Joan and Carmine Garofalo. Much of her early life was spent moving due to her father's job with Exxon, and she lived in several states, including New Jersey, Texas, and California. Garofalo attended Providence College in Rhode Island, where she won a comedy talent search, launching her stand-up career.
Career Highlights
- Cast member on 'The Ben Stiller Show' (1992-1993)
- Recurring role as Paula on 'The Larry Sanders Show' (1992–1998), earning two Emmy nominations
- Appeared in films like 'Reality Bites' (1994), 'Romy and Michele's High School Reunion' (1997), and 'Wet Hot American Summer' (2001)
- Co-hosted Air America Radio's 'The Majority Report' (2004-2006)
- Guest appearances and voice roles in TV shows such as 'Saturday Night Live', '24', and 'The Simpsons'
Trivia
- Was briefly a cast member of 'Saturday Night Live' in the 1994–1995 season
- Known for her outspoken political activism and left-leaning views
- Has Italian and Irish ancestry
- Contributed essays to the book 'Feel This Book', co-authored with Ben Stiller
FAQs
People also ask
Janeane Garofalo is 61 years old.
Janeane Garofalo was born the 28 September 1964.
Newton, New Jersey, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 28th, 1964, in brief:
- Historical events: The XB-70 Valkyrie, a strategic bomber prototype, made its first flight on September 28, 1964. This aircraft was notable for its unique design and high-speed capabilities, intended for high-altitude missions during the Cold War.
- Day of the week: September 28th, 1964 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Oh, Pretty Woman by Roy Orbison
- #1 UK song: You Really Got Me by The Kinks
- Popular movie: My Fair Lady directed by George Cukor
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