Jesse Peretz - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 19, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Age | 57 |
| Birthplace | Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Jesse Peretz's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Directing episodes of 'Girls', 'Orange Is the New Black', and 'Glow'; directing the film 'Our Idiot Brother'; and being a founding member of The Lemonheads. |
Intro
Jesse Peretz is an American film and television director, producer, and musician, known for his work on popular TV series such as 'Girls', 'Orange Is the New Black', and for directing films including 'Our Idiot Brother'. He was also an original member and bassist of the alternative rock band The Lemonheads.
Early Life & Background
Jesse Peretz was born to a prominent family in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He is the son of Marty Peretz, a noted magazine editor and publisher. Peretz attended Harvard University before venturing into a career in music and subsequently, film and television.
Career Highlights
- Founding member and bassist of The Lemonheads (1986–1991)
- Directed music videos for bands including Foo Fighters and Jack Black
- Directed the feature films 'The Ex' (2006) and 'Our Idiot Brother' (2011)
- Executive producer and director on TV series such as 'Girls', 'Orange Is the New Black', and 'Glow'
Trivia
- Jesse Peretz is the son of Marty Peretz, former publisher of The New Republic.
- He has received Primetime Emmy Award nominations for his work as an executive producer on 'Girls'.
FAQs
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Jesse Peretz is 57 years old.
Jesse Peretz was born the 19 May 1968.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About May 19th, 1968, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 19, 1968, Nigerian forces captured Port Harcourt, a strategic city in southeastern Nigeria, during the Biafran War. The Nigerian 3rd Marine Commando Division, led by General Benjamin Adekunle, launched an amphibious assault on the city, leading to the retreat of Biafran forces. This victory was significant as it cut off Biafra's access to the sea, impacting their supply lines.
- Day of the week: May 19th, 1968 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tighten Up by Archie Bell & The Drells
- #1 UK song: What A Wonderful World / Cabaret by Louis Armstrong
- Popular movie: Faces directed by John Cassavetes
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