Kathleen Turner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 19, 1954 |
|---|---|
| Age | 71 |
| Birthplace | Springfield, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Kathleen Turner's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-nominated actress known for roles in 'Body Heat', 'Romancing the Stone', 'Peggy Sue Got Married', and as the voice of Jessica Rabbit in 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit'. |
Intro
Kathleen Turner is an acclaimed American actress known for her distinctive husky voice and her roles in both film and stage productions, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s. She is recognized for starring in movies such as 'Romancing the Stone', 'Body Heat', and 'Peggy Sue Got Married,' and has received multiple award nominations and wins throughout her career.
Early Life & Background
Kathleen Turner was born to Patsy and Allen Richard Turner. Her father's work as a Foreign Service officer meant that she spent parts of her youth living overseas, including in Canada, Venezuela, and the United Kingdom, before returning to the United States. She attended the American School in London and later studied at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, and the Juilliard School in New York.
Career Highlights
- Breakout film role in 'Body Heat' (1981) that established her as a Hollywood star.
- Won a Golden Globe for Best Actress for 'Romancing the Stone' (1984).
- Received Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for 'Peggy Sue Got Married' (1986).
- Played the voice of Jessica Rabbit in 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' (1988).
- Starred on Broadway, notably in 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' and earning Tony nominations.
Trivia
- Turner was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in the early 1990s, which affected her career for several years.
- She served as chairperson for the Planned Parenthood Federation of America.
FAQs
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Kathleen Turner is 71 years old.
Kathleen Turner was born the 19 June 1954.
Springfield, Missouri, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 19th, 1954, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 19, 1954, the Guatemalan government requested both the United Nations Security Council and the Inter-American Peace Committee to convene emergency meetings to address alleged aggression from Honduras and Nicaragua.
- Day of the week: June 19th, 1954 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 UK song: Secret Love by Doris Day
- Popular movie: Rear Window directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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