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K.J. Apa - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 17, 1997 |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 |
| Birthplace | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also K.J. Apa's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Gen Z generation |
| Known For | Starring as Archie Andrews in the CW's television series Riverdale |
Intro
K.J. Apa is a New Zealand actor, musician, and singer, best known for his role as Archie Andrews on the CW television series Riverdale.
Early Life & Background
K.J. Apa was born and raised in Auckland, New Zealand. His father is Samoan and was a matai (chief) of their village, and his mother is of European descent. Apa attended King's College in Auckland, showing early talent and interest in music and the performing arts.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Archie Andrews in Riverdale (2017–present)
- Starred in films such as 'A Dog's Purpose' (2017), 'The Hate U Give' (2018), and 'I Still Believe' (2020)
- Released music both as a solo artist and as part of the Riverdale soundtrack
Trivia
- His full name is Keneti James Fitzgerald Apa.
- He is of Samoan, Scottish, and English ancestry.
- He plays guitar and is also a singer-songwriter.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is K.J. Apa?
K.J. Apa is 28 years old.
When was K.J. Apa born?
K.J. Apa was born the 17 June 1997.
Where is K.J. Apa from?
Auckland, New Zealand.
On His Birth-Day
About June 17th, 1997, in brief:
- Historical events: Jazz musician Wynton Marsalis was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Music on June 17, 1997, for his album "Blood on the Fields." This marked the first time the Pulitzer Prize for Music was awarded to a jazz composition.
- Day of the week: June 17th, 1997 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans
- #1 UK song: Mmm Bop by Hanson
- Popular movie: As Good as It Gets directed by James L. Brooks
Check the link for more news and curiosities on June 17th, 1997.