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Katharine Houghton

Katharine Houghton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 10, 1945
Age81
BirthplaceHartford, Connecticut, USA
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also Katharine Houghton's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRooster
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForPlaying Joanna Drayton in 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' (1967)

Intro

Katharine Houghton is an American actress and playwright best known for her role as Joanna Drayton in the groundbreaking film 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' (1967). She has also worked extensively on stage and screen throughout her career.

Early Life & Background

Katharine Houghton was born in Hartford, Connecticut, in 1945. She is the niece of renowned actress Katharine Hepburn. Houghton graduated from Sarah Lawrence College, where she studied philosophy and art. Her initial interest in acting was heavily influenced by her familial ties to the Hepburn family.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Joanna Drayton in 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' (1967)
  • Appeared in films such as 'Billy Bathgate' (1991), 'Kinsey' (2004), and 'The Last Airbender' (2010)
  • Has a substantial career in theater, including writing and performing in Off-Broadway productions
  • Worked as a playwright with several of her plays staged in New York

Trivia

  • She is the niece of actress Katharine Hepburn.
  • After 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner,' she continued to work in both film and theater but preferred work on the stage.
  • She is also known for her work as a playwright.

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How old is Katharine Houghton?

Katharine Houghton is 81 years old.

When was Katharine Houghton born?

Katharine Houghton was born the 10 March 1945.

Where is Katharine Houghton from?

Hartford, Connecticut, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About March 10th, 1945, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 10, 1945, the United States conducted a massive firebombing raid on Tokyo, resulting in extensive destruction and loss of life. This event is considered one of the most devastating air raids of World War II, targeting civilian areas.
  • Day of the week: March 10th, 1945 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Dream by Pied Pipers
  • Popular movie: The Lost Weekend directed by Billy Wilder

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katharine_Houghton
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0396474/