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Madge Sinclair - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 28, 1938 |
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| Died | December 20, 1995 (age 57) |
| Birthplace | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Madge Sinclair's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Queen Aoleon in 'Coming to America' and voicing Sarabi in 'The Lion King'. |
Intro
Madge Sinclair was a Jamaican-born American actress known for her dynamic performances across film, television, and voice acting. She is particularly remembered for her roles in 'Coming to America' and as the voice of Sarabi in Disney's 'The Lion King.' Sinclair was celebrated for her dignified portrayals and became a pioneering Black actress in both television and cinema.
Early Life & Background
Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Madge Sinclair began her career as a teacher before moving to New York in the 1960s to pursue acting.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Queen Aoleon in 'Coming to America' (1988)
- Voiced Sarabi in Disney's 'The Lion King' (1994)
- Emmy-nominated for her role as Empress Josephine in 'Gabriel's Fire'
- Starred as Nurse Ernestine Shoop in the television series 'Trapper John, M.D.'
Trivia
- Was nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards during her career.
- Had a recurring role in the TV series 'Roots'.
- Worked as a teacher before becoming an actress.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Madge Sinclair born?
Madge Sinclair was born the 28 April 1938.
Where is Madge Sinclair from?
Kingston, Jamaica.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 28th, 1938, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 28, 1938, the towns of Dana, Enfield, Greenwich, and Prescott in Massachusetts were disincorporated to create the Quabbin Reservoir, a primary water supply for the Boston area. The land from these towns was annexed to neighboring municipalities, and the area was flooded, submerging the towns.
- Day of the week: April 28th, 1938 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Adventures of Robin Hood directed by Michael Curtiz, William Keighley
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