Jude Law - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 29, 1972 |
|---|---|
| Age | 53 |
| Birthplace | Lewisham, London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Jude Law's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Renowned English actor; notable roles in The Talented Mr. Ripley, Cold Mountain, Sherlock Holmes series, and The Young Pope. |
Intro
Jude Law is an acclaimed English actor known for his versatility on stage and screen. He has received multiple award nominations for his work in films such as 'The Talented Mr. Ripley', 'Cold Mountain', and 'Sherlock Holmes', and is recognized for both leading and supporting roles in major international productions.
Early Life & Background
Jude Law was born in Lewisham, London, and grew up in Blackheath. He is the son of Margaret Anne, a schoolteacher, and Peter Robert Law, a comprehensive school teacher. Law began acting at a young age, joining the National Youth Music Theatre at 13.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' (1999), earning an Academy Award nomination.
- Nominated for another Academy Award for 'Cold Mountain' (2003).
- Starred as Dr. John Watson in Guy Ritchie's 'Sherlock Holmes' (2009) and 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' (2011).
- Played Pope Pius XIII in the TV series 'The Young Pope' (2016).
- Awarded the César Award d’Honneur in 2007.
- Notable stage performances, including a Tony Award-nominated role in 'Hamlet' on Broadway (2009).
Trivia
- Jude Law's middle name is Heyworth.
- He is named after both the Beatles song 'Hey Jude' and a book, 'Jude the Obscure'.
- Was appointed a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government in 2007.
- He is an advocate for various humanitarian causes, including Peace One Day and Make Poverty History.
FAQs
People also ask
Jude Law is 53 years old.
Jude Law was born the 29 December 1972.
Lewisham, London, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About December 29th, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 29, 1972, baseball legend Roberto Clemente died in a plane crash while en route to deliver aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua. His tragic death highlighted his commitment to humanitarian efforts and left a lasting legacy in sports and philanthropy.
- Day of the week: December 29th, 1972 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Me And Mrs. Jones by Billy Paul
- Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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