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Joaquim de Almeida

Joaquim de Almeida - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 15, 1957
Age69
BirthplaceLisbon, Portugal
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also Joaquim de Almeida's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRooster
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForInternationally recognized actor best known for roles in 'Desperado', 'Clear and Present Danger', and the television series '24'.

Intro

Joaquim de Almeida is a Portuguese actor known for his work in both European and American cinema and television. He has played memorable roles in films such as 'Desperado', 'Clear and Present Danger', and in TV series like '24'.

Early Life & Background

Joaquim de Almeida was born in Lisbon, Portugal. He attended the Lisbon Conservatory before moving to Vienna to study acting. He later relocated to the United States to further pursue his acting career after being expelled from the Lisbon Conservatory due to his participation in student protests following the 1974 Carnation Revolution.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout role in 'Good Morning, Babylon' (1987)
  • Starred as Felix Cortez in 'Clear and Present Danger' (1994)
  • Played Bucho in 'Desperado' (1995)
  • Recurring villain Edward Amador in '24' (2003)
  • Voiced Bane in Portuguese version of 'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012)

Trivia

  • Fluent in six languages, including Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German
  • Awarded the Portuguese Order of Prince Henry in 1992
  • Has worked extensively in both American and European productions

FAQs

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How old is Joaquim de Almeida?

Joaquim de Almeida is 69 years old.

When was Joaquim de Almeida born?

Joaquim de Almeida was born the 15 March 1957.

Where is Joaquim de Almeida from?

Lisbon, Portugal.

On His Birth-Day

About March 15th, 1957, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 15, 1957, Great Britain officially became the third country to possess nuclear weapons, following the United States and the Soviet Union. This development marked a significant moment in the Cold War and global military dynamics.
  • Day of the week: March 15th, 1957 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Young Love by Tab Hunter
  • #1 UK song: Don't Forbid Me by Pat Boone
  • Popular movie: Old Yeller directed by Robert Stevenson

Check the link for more news and curiosities on March 15th, 1957.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joaquim_de_Almeida
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000732/
  3. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Joaquim-de-Almeida