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Jón Gnarr - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 02, 1967 |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | Reykjavík, Iceland |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Jón Gnarr's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Jón Gnarr is best known for founding the Best Party and serving as Mayor of Reykjavík, as well as his work as a comedian and actor. |
Intro
Jón Gnarr is an Icelandic actor, comedian, and former politician famously known for founding the satirical Best Party and serving as the Mayor of Reykjavík from 2010 to 2014.
Early Life & Background
Jón Gnarr was born and raised in Reykjavík, Iceland. He experienced learning difficulties as a child due to undiagnosed dyslexia and spent some of his early education in specialized institutions before transitioning into performing arts and comedy.
Career Highlights
- Founded the satirical Best Party in 2009, initially as a parody of politics.
- Elected Mayor of Reykjavík and served from 2010 to 2014.
- Established himself as a prominent comedian and actor in Iceland, including multiple radio and television sketches.
- Published several books, including autobiographies and works on his political and personal life.
Trivia
- Gnarr legally changed his name from Jón Gunnar Kristinsson to Jón Gnarr.
- He is known for incorporating humor and absurdism into both his political and entertainment careers.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jón Gnarr?
Jón Gnarr is 59 years old.
When was Jón Gnarr born?
Jón Gnarr was born the 2 January 1967.
Where is Jón Gnarr from?
Reykjavík, Iceland.
On His Birth-Day
About January 2nd, 1967, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 2, 1967, Ronald Reagan was sworn in as the 33rd governor of California, marking the beginning of his first term in office.
- Day of the week: January 2nd, 1967 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm A Believer by The Monkees
- #1 UK song: Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones
- Popular movie: The Graduate directed by Mike Nichols
Check the link for more news and curiosities on January 2nd, 1967.