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Lea Thompson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 31, 1961 |
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| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Rochester, Minnesota, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Lea Thompson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Lorraine Baines in the 'Back to the Future' trilogy and as Caroline Duffy in 'Caroline in the City.' |
Intro
Lea Thompson is an American actress, director, and television producer best known for her roles in the 'Back to the Future' film trilogy and the television series 'Caroline in the City.'
Early Life & Background
Lea Thompson was born in Rochester, Minnesota. She grew up in a family of performers and began her career as a ballet dancer before transitioning to acting when she was a teenager.
Career Highlights
- Played Lorraine Baines in the 'Back to the Future' trilogy (1985–1990).
- Starred as Caroline Duffy on NBC's sitcom 'Caroline in the City' (1995–1999).
- Appeared in the films 'Howard the Duck' (1986) and 'Some Kind of Wonderful' (1987).
- Directed several television episodes and was a recurring director on 'Switched at Birth' (2013–2017).
Trivia
- Originally trained as a ballet dancer until injuries shifted her career to acting.
- Her daughter, Zoey Deutch, is also a successful actress.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Lea Thompson?
Lea Thompson is 64 years old.
When was Lea Thompson born?
Lea Thompson was born the 31 May 1961.
Where is Lea Thompson from?
Rochester, Minnesota, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 31st, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: South Africa officially became a republic, ending its status as a British dominion. The last Governor-General, Charles R. Swart, was sworn in as the first State President.
- Day of the week: May 31st, 1961 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Travelin' Man by Ricky Nelson
- #1 UK song: Surrender by Elvis Presley
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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