Maggie Gyllenhaal - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 16, 1977 |
|---|---|
| Age | 48 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Maggie Gyllenhaal's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Acclaimed performances in films such as 'Secretary,' 'The Dark Knight,' and the Netflix film 'The Lost Daughter,' as well as her work as a director. |
Intro
Maggie Gyllenhaal is an acclaimed American actress and director known for her versatile roles in both independent and mainstream films. She is recognized for her performances in 'Secretary,' 'The Dark Knight,' and her directorial debut 'The Lost Daughter.'
Early Life & Background
Maggie Gyllenhaal was born to director Stephen Gyllenhaal and screenwriter Naomi Foner. She was raised in Los Angeles, California, and is the older sister of actor Jake Gyllenhaal. Maggie attended Columbia University, graduating with a degree in literature.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in 'Secretary' (2002), earning a Golden Globe nomination.
- Supporting role as Rachel Dawes in 'The Dark Knight' (2008).
- Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for 'Crazy Heart' (2009).
- Won the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Miniseries or Television Film for 'The Honorable Woman' (2014).
- Directorial debut with 'The Lost Daughter' (2021), receiving Academy Award and BAFTA nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay.
Trivia
- She is of Swedish, French, Russian, and English descent.
- Maggie is married to actor Peter Sarsgaard.
- She has two daughters.
- She is involved in several humanitarian causes, including advocating for human rights.
FAQs
People also ask
Maggie Gyllenhaal is 48 years old.
Maggie Gyllenhaal was born the 16 November 1977.
New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About November 16th, 1977, in brief:
- Day of the week: November 16th, 1977 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Light Up My Life by Debby Boone
- #1 UK song: Name Of The Game by Abba
- Popular movie: Annie Hall directed by Woody Allen
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