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Jennifer Garner

Jennifer Garner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 17, 1972
Age53
BirthplaceHouston, Texas, USA
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Jennifer Garner's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRat
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForStar of the TV series 'Alias' and films like '13 Going on 30,' 'Dallas Buyers Club,' and 'Juno'.

Intro

Jennifer Garner is an American actress known for her leading role in the television series 'Alias,' as well as her performances in films such as '13 Going on 30,' 'Dallas Buyers Club,' and 'Love, Simon.' She is also recognized for her advocacy and philanthropic efforts.

Early Life & Background

Jennifer Garner was born on April 17, 1972, in Houston, Texas, and raised in Charleston, West Virginia. She is the second of three daughters. Her mother is an English teacher and her father is a chemical engineer. Garner studied drama at Denison University in Ohio.

Career Highlights

  • Breakthrough role as Sydney Bristow in 'Alias' (2001–2006), earning a Golden Globe and four Primetime Emmy nominations.
  • Starred in box office hits such as '13 Going on 30' (2004), 'Juno' (2007), and 'Dallas Buyers Club' (2013).
  • Appeared in 'Daredevil' (2003) and its spin-off 'Elektra' (2005).
  • Produced and appeared in the HBO series 'Camping' (2018).
  • Gained acclaim for performances in films like 'Love, Simon' (2018), 'Peppermint' (2018), and 'The Adam Project' (2022).

Trivia

  • Jennifer Garner is a noted philanthropist and co-founder of the organic children's food company Once Upon a Farm.
  • She is an ambassador for Save the Children, working to improve early childhood education.
  • Previously married to actors Scott Foley and Ben Affleck, with whom she has three children.
  • Known for her approachable, down-to-earth persona both on and off screen.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Jennifer Garner?

Jennifer Garner is 53 years old.

When was Jennifer Garner born?

Jennifer Garner was born the 17 April 1972.

Where is Jennifer Garner from?

Houston, Texas, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About April 17th, 1972, in brief:

  • Historical events: On April 17, 1972, Nina Kuscsik became the first woman to officially win the Boston Marathon. Her victory marked a significant milestone in women's sports, as it was the first time a woman was officially recognized as the winner of this prestigious race.
  • Day of the week: April 17th, 1972 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack
  • #1 UK song: Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard
  • Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_Garner
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Jennifer-Garner
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004950/