Lynn Whitfield - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 06, 1953 |
|---|---|
| Age | 72 |
| Birthplace | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Lynn Whitfield's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Emmy-winning lead in "The Josephine Baker Story" (1991), and her role as Lady Mae Greenleaf in the OWN series "Greenleaf" (2016–2020). |
Intro
Lynn Whitfield is an American actress known for her work in film, television, and theatre. She gained prominence with her Emmy-winning performance in HBO's "The Josephine Baker Story" and has remained a respected figure in the industry for her dynamic roles, particularly in African-American cinema and television.
Early Life & Background
Lynn Whitfield was born as Lynn Smith in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, into a family involved in the arts and advocacy; her mother was a finance officer and her father a dentist who also founded a community theater. She grew up in a supportive environment that fostered her interest in acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Josephine Baker in HBO's "The Josephine Baker Story" (1991), earning a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie.
- Portrayed Lady Mae Greenleaf in the OWN drama series "Greenleaf" (2016–2020), receiving critical acclaim including a NAACP Image Award.
- Appeared in notable films such as "A Thin Line Between Love and Hate" (1996), "Eve's Bayou" (1997), and "The Women of Brewster Place" (1989).
- Performed in numerous stage productions and made television appearances throughout a career spanning four decades.
Trivia
- She was the first African-American actress to win the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie for "The Josephine Baker Story".
- Whitfield is an alumna of Howard University.
- Her role in "Greenleaf" has led to widespread recognition among newer generations.
FAQs
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Lynn Whitfield is 72 years old.
Lynn Whitfield was born the 6 May 1953.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 6th, 1953, in brief:
- Historical events: Aleksandr Fyodorovich Akimov, a Soviet engineer and shift supervisor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant during the 1986 disaster, was born in Novosibirsk, Russian SFSR.
- Day of the week: May 6th, 1953 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm Walking Behind You by Eddie Fisher
- #1 UK song: I Believe by Frankie Laine
- Popular movie: From Here to Eternity directed by Fred Zinnemann
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