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Jess Walton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 18, 1949 |
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| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Jess Walton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Jill Abbott on 'The Young and the Restless' |
Intro
Jess Walton is an American actress best known for her long-running role as Jill Abbott on the soap opera 'The Young and the Restless.' She has been a prominent figure in American daytime television since the late 1980s.
Early Life & Background
Jess Walton was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She began acting at a young age and moved to Toronto, Canada, in her teens to join a touring company of the musical 'Hair.'
Career Highlights
- Joined 'The Young and the Restless' as Jill Abbott in 1987
- Won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 1997
- Nominated for multiple Daytime Emmy Awards throughout her career
- Guest appearances on popular TV series such as 'Kojak', 'Starsky and Hutch', and 'Cannon'
Trivia
- Jess Walton became a Canadian citizen after moving to Canada in her teens.
- Her birth name is Mary Jess Walton.
- She previously played Kelly Harper on the CBS soap 'Capitol' before joining 'The Young and the Restless.'
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jess Walton?
Jess Walton is 77 years old.
When was Jess Walton born?
Jess Walton was born the 18 February 1949.
Where is Jess Walton from?
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 18th, 1949, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 18, 1949, the United States Atomic Energy Commission assumed control of the Naval Proving Ground in Idaho's Lost River Desert, expanding it by 200,000 acres and renaming it the National Reactor Testing Station (NRTS). This facility became a central site for nuclear research and testing during the early years of the Cold War.
- Day of the week: February 18th, 1949 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Powder Your Face with Sunshine (Smile, Smile, Smile) by Dean Martin
- Popular movie: Little Women directed by Mervyn LeRoy
Check the link for more news and curiosities on February 18th, 1949.