Jennifer O'Neill - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 20, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 78 |
| Birthplace | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Jennifer O'Neill's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring role as Dorothy in the film 'Summer of '42' (1971), prominent modeling career with CoverGirl, and later work as an author and activist. |
Intro
Jennifer O'Neill is a Brazilian-American actress, model, author, and activist. She gained prominence as a fashion model before transitioning to acting, best known for her role in the film 'Summer of '42'. O'Neill has also written books and is active in charitable causes.
Early Life & Background
Jennifer O'Neill was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to an English father and a Brazilian-Portuguese mother. She moved to the United States at a young age, growing up in New Rochelle, New York, and later attending Dalton School in Manhattan. She began modeling in her teens, quickly achieving success as a model for CoverGirl.
Career Highlights
- Became a top fashion model, notably as a longtime CoverGirl spokesperson
- Starred in the critically acclaimed film 'Summer of '42' (1971)
- Appeared in 'Scanners' (1981) and several other films and television series
- Authored several books, including her autobiography 'Surviving Myself'
- Active in charitable and advocacy work, particularly related to mental health and post-abortion counseling
Trivia
- She survived a near-fatal gunshot wound in 1982, which she later wrote about in her autobiography.
- Jennifer O'Neill is fluent in both English and Portuguese.
- She has been married nine times to eight different husbands.
FAQs
People also ask
Jennifer O'Neill is 78 years old.
Jennifer O'Neill was born the 20 February 1948.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 20th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 20, 1948, Czechoslovakia's political transition began when twelve non-Communist ministers resigned in protest against the Communist Party's increasing control over the government. This event set the stage for the Communist Party's eventual takeover later that month.
- Day of the week: February 20th, 1948 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Slap Her Down Again, Paw by Arthur Godfrey
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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