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Jennifer Tilly

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

BornSeptember 16, 1958
Age67
BirthplaceHarbor City, Los Angeles, California, USA
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also Jennifer Tilly's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDog
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForAcademy Award-nominated actress, voice of Bonnie Swanson on 'Family Guy', Tiffany Valentine in 'Child's Play'/'Chucky' films, professional poker player

Intro

Jennifer Tilly is an American actress, voice actress, and professional poker player renowned for her distinctive voice and comedic roles in both film and television. She achieved fame for her Academy Award-nominated performance in 'Bullets Over Broadway' and is also well-known for voicing Bonnie Swanson on 'Family Guy' and starring in the 'Child's Play' horror franchise.

Early Life & Background

Jennifer Tilly was born Jennifer Ellen Chan in Harbor City, Los Angeles. She is the daughter of Harry Chan, a used car salesman and gambler, and Patricia Tilly, a Canadian schoolteacher and former stage actress. Tilly's parents divorced when she was five, after which she moved with her mother and siblings to British Columbia, Canada, where she developed an early interest in acting.

Career Highlights

  • Received Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for 'Bullets Over Broadway' (1994)
  • Starring role as Tiffany Valentine in the 'Child's Play' horror franchise
  • Voiced Bonnie Swanson on the animated TV series 'Family Guy' since 1999
  • Winner of a World Series of Poker (WSOP) Ladies' Event bracelet in 2005
  • Performed in notable films such as 'Bound' (1996), 'Liar Liar' (1997), and 'Let It Ride' (1989)

Trivia

  • Jennifer Tilly's sister, Meg Tilly, is also an Oscar-nominated actress.
  • She is recognized for her unique, breathy voice, which has become her trademark.
  • Tilly is one of the few celebrities with a major tournament poker title, having won over a million dollars in professional poker.
  • She became a naturalized Canadian citizen, reflecting her family's Canadian roots.

FAQs

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How old is Jennifer Tilly?

Jennifer Tilly is 67 years old.

When was Jennifer Tilly born?

Jennifer Tilly was born the 16 September 1958.

Where is Jennifer Tilly from?

Harbor City, Los Angeles, California, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About September 16th, 1958, in brief:

  • Historical events: On September 16, 1958, Dr. Charles Malik, Lebanon's Minister for Foreign Affairs, was elected President of the United Nations General Assembly's 13th session. He secured 45 votes, defeating Sudan's candidate, Mohammed Ahmed Mahgoub, who received 31 votes.
  • Day of the week: September 16th, 1958 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volare) by Domenico Modugno
  • #1 UK song: When by The Kalin Twins
  • Popular movie: Auntie Mame directed by Morton DaCosta

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_Tilly
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000238/