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Jimmy Smits - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 09, 1955 |
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| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Jimmy Smits's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Award-winning performances in TV series including 'L.A. Law', 'NYPD Blue', and 'The West Wing'. |
Intro
Jimmy Smits is an American actor best known for his roles on television dramas such as 'L.A. Law', 'NYPD Blue', and 'The West Wing.' Throughout his career, Smits has received critical acclaim for his performances and has won several prestigious awards.
Early Life & Background
Jimmy Smits was born to a Puerto Rican mother and a Surinamese father in Brooklyn, New York. He was raised in a working-class neighborhood and graduated from Brooklyn College before earning an MFA from Cornell University.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Victor Sifuentes on 'L.A. Law', earning an Emmy Award and critical acclaim.
- Portrayed Detective Bobby Simone on 'NYPD Blue', which garnered multiple award nominations including a Golden Globe win.
- Played Matt Santos on 'The West Wing', representing the rise of a Latino president on network television.
- Appeared in 'Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones' and 'Episode III – Revenge of the Sith' as Bail Organa.
- Had notable roles in other series such as 'Dexter', 'Sons of Anarchy', and 'Bluff City Law'.
Trivia
- Jimmy Smits is an advocate for Latino representation in media and has been active in various philanthropic efforts.
- He has received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- Smits is fluent in Spanish and English.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jimmy Smits?
Jimmy Smits is 70 years old.
When was Jimmy Smits born?
Jimmy Smits was born the 9 July 1955.
Where is Jimmy Smits from?
Brooklyn, New York, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About July 9th, 1955, in brief:
- Historical events: The British television series 'Dixon of Dock Green' premiered on July 9, 1955. The show became popular for its portrayal of police work and community relations, influencing future crime dramas in television history.
- Day of the week: July 9th, 1955 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Hummingbird by Les Paul and Mary Ford
- #1 UK song: Unchained Melody by Jimmy Young
- Popular movie: I'll Cry Tomorrow directed by Daniel Mann
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