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Kim Basinger - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 08, 1953 |
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| Age | 72 |
| Birthplace | Athens, Georgia, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Kim Basinger's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning performance in 'L.A. Confidential,' starring roles in 'Batman' (1989), '9½ Weeks' (1986), and 'Never Say Never Again' (1983). |
Intro
Kim Basinger is an American actress and former fashion model recognized for her roles in films such as 'L.A. Confidential,' 'Batman,' and '9½ Weeks.' She is known for her versatility and captivating screen presence, earning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Early Life & Background
Kim Basinger was born in Athens, Georgia. She is the daughter of Ann Lee, a model and actress, and Donald Wade Basinger, a big band musician and loan manager. She began her career as a model before transitioning to acting.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'L.A. Confidential' (1997)
- Starring role as Vicki Vale in 'Batman' (1989)
- Notable performance in '9½ Weeks' (1986) alongside Mickey Rourke
- Starred as Domino Petachi in 'Never Say Never Again' (1983)
- Appeared in 'The Natural' (1984), earning a Golden Globe nomination
Trivia
- Before acting, Basinger was a successful model in New York City.
- She is an animal rights activist and has been involved with multiple animal welfare organizations.
- Basinger was married to actor Alec Baldwin from 1993 to 2002, and they have a daughter, Ireland Baldwin.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Kim Basinger?
Kim Basinger is 72 years old.
When was Kim Basinger born?
Kim Basinger was born the 8 December 1953.
Where is Kim Basinger from?
Athens, Georgia, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 8th, 1953, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 8, 1953, U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered his "Atoms for Peace" speech to the United Nations General Assembly in New York City. In this address, he advocated for the peaceful use of nuclear energy and proposed the establishment of an international atomic energy agency to promote its benefits for all mankind.
- Day of the week: December 8th, 1953 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Oh! My Pa-pa by Eddie Fisher
- #1 UK song: Answer Me by Frankie Laine
- Popular movie: From Here to Eternity directed by Fred Zinnemann
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