Katie Leung - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 08, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Age | 38 |
| Birthplace | Dundee, Scotland, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Katie Leung's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Playing Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film series |
Intro
Katie Leung is a Scottish actress best known for her portrayal of Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film series. Leung has also established a successful career in theatre and television and is recognized for her contributions to the performing arts, both in the UK and internationally.
Early Life & Background
Katie Leung was born to Chinese parents in Dundee, Scotland, and was raised in Motherwell. Her parents divorced when she was three, and she was primarily raised by her father. She attended Hamilton College, a private school in South Lanarkshire, and later developed an interest in acting.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Cho Chang in four Harry Potter films (2005-2011)
- Appeared in television dramas such as "Run" (2013), "One Child" (2014), and "Strangers" (2018)
- Performed on stage in productions including 'Wild Swans' (2012) and 'The World of Extreme Happiness' (2013-2014)
- Nominated for Outstanding Newcomer at the Asian Excellence Awards for her role in Harry Potter
Trivia
- Katie Leung studied photography at the Edinburgh College of Art.
- She is fluent in Cantonese and English.
- After her appearance in the Harry Potter films, Leung considered leaving acting but was encouraged to continue by her drama school tutors.
FAQs
People also ask
Katie Leung is 38 years old.
Katie Leung was born the 8 August 1987.
Dundee, Scotland, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 8th, 1987, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 8, 1987, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck northern Chile, resulting in three fatalities, 44 injuries, and 923 people affected. The tremor caused structural damage to buildings and parts of the Morro de Arica, which later collapsed during the 2005 earthquake. The event was felt between Moquegua, Peru, and La Serena-Coquimbo, Chile.
- Day of the week: August 8th, 1987 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For by U2
- #1 UK song: La Bamba by Los Lobos
- Popular movie: The Untouchables directed by Brian De Palma
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