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Jessica Hynes - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 30, 1972 |
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| Age | 53 |
| Birthplace | Lewisham, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Jessica Hynes's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Co-creating and starring in the sitcom 'Spaced'; roles in 'Twenty Twelve', 'W1A', and 'The Royle Family'. |
Intro
Jessica Hynes is an English actress, writer, and director, best known for her roles in the television sitcom 'Spaced' and the comedy series 'Twenty Twelve.' She has been acclaimed for her performances in both comedic and dramatic roles, earning several prestigious award nominations throughout her career.
Early Life & Background
Jessica Hynes was born Jessica Stevenson in Lewisham, London, and grew up in Brighton. She showed an early interest in the performing arts, participating in youth theatre from a young age.
Career Highlights
- Co-created and starred as Daisy Steiner in 'Spaced' (1999–2001)
- Played Siobhan Sharpe in 'Twenty Twelve' (2011–2012) and its spin-off 'W1A' (2014–2017)
- Appeared as Cheryl Carroll in 'The Royle Family'
- Nominated for BAFTA Awards for both writing and acting
- Appeared in 'Shaun of the Dead', 'Doctor Who', and 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix'
Trivia
- Was previously credited as Jessica Stevenson
- Turned down a role in 'Friends' to appear in the sitcom 'Spaced'
- Has written extensively for television as well as stage plays
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jessica Hynes?
Jessica Hynes is 53 years old.
When was Jessica Hynes born?
Jessica Hynes was born the 30 October 1972.
Where is Jessica Hynes from?
Lewisham, London, England.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 30th, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 30, 1972, a loyalist paramilitary group conducted a raid in Northern Ireland, resulting in violence and casualties. This event was part of the ongoing conflict known as The Troubles, which involved various paramilitary groups and the British government. The raid underscored the tensions and violence prevalent during this period.
- Day of the week: October 30th, 1972 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Can See Clearly Now by Johnny Nash
- #1 UK song: Clair by Gilbert O'Sullivan
- Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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