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Joel Edgerton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 23, 1974 |
|---|---|
| Age | 51 |
| Birthplace | Blacktown, New South Wales, Australia |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Joel Edgerton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Acting in films such as 'Warrior', 'The Great Gatsby', 'Loving', and the 'Star Wars' prequel trilogy, as well as directing and writing 'The Gift' and 'Boy Erased'. |
Intro
Joel Edgerton is an Australian actor, director, writer, and producer known for his versatile roles in film and television. He has appeared in a range of high-profile movies, including both independent films and major Hollywood productions.
Early Life & Background
Joel Edgerton was born in Blacktown, a suburb of Sydney, and attended The Hills Grammar School. He later studied at the Nepean Drama School at the University of Western Sydney.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Owen Lars in 'Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones' (2002) and 'Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith' (2005)
- Starred as Tom Buchanan in 'The Great Gatsby' (2013)
- Lead roles in 'Warrior' (2011) and 'Loving' (2016), the latter earning him a Golden Globe nomination
- Wrote, directed, and starred in the psychological thriller 'The Gift' (2015)
- Wrote, directed, and starred in 'Boy Erased' (2018), which was nominated for Academy and Golden Globe Awards
Trivia
- He is the brother of filmmaker Nash Edgerton.
- He co-founded Blue-Tongue Films, a collective of Australian filmmakers.
- Edgerton is known for his intense preparation and physical transformation for roles, particularly in 'Warrior'.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Joel Edgerton?
Joel Edgerton is 51 years old.
When was Joel Edgerton born?
Joel Edgerton was born the 23 June 1974.
Where is Joel Edgerton from?
Blacktown, New South Wales, Australia.
On His Birth-Day
About June 23rd, 1974, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 23, 1974, Austria held a presidential election following the death of incumbent President Franz Jonas on April 24, 1974. The Socialist Party nominated Foreign Minister Rudolf Kirchschläger, who won the election with 51.66% of the vote, defeating Alois Lugger of the Austrian People's Party.
- Day of the week: June 23rd, 1974 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Billy, Don't Be A Hero by Bo Donaldson & The Heywoods
- #1 UK song: The Streak by Ray Stevens
- Popular movie: Young Frankenstein directed by Mel Brooks
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