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Margot Kidder - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 17, 1948 |
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| Died | May 13, 2018 (age 69) |
| Birthplace | Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Margot Kidder's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Lois Lane in the 'Superman' movie franchise (1978–1987) |
Intro
Margot Kidder was a Canadian-American actress best known for her role as Lois Lane in the 'Superman' film series alongside Christopher Reeve. Her career spanned several decades, during which she worked in film, television, and stage productions.
Early Life & Background
Margot Kidder was born on October 17, 1948, in Yellowknife, Canada. She grew up in a family that frequently moved due to her father's job as an explosives expert. Kidder struggled with mental health issues from a young age, which she later discussed publicly.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Lois Lane in 'Superman: The Movie' (1978), 'Superman II' (1980), 'Superman III' (1983), and 'Superman IV: The Quest for Peace' (1987)
- Won the Saturn Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Superman' (1978)
- Appeared in acclaimed films such as 'Black Christmas' (1974), 'The Amityville Horror' (1979), and 'Sisters' (1972)
- Worked as a guest star on various television series and appeared in Broadway and off-Broadway productions
Trivia
- Naturalized U.S. citizen as well as Canadian
- Was an activist for mental health awareness and political causes
- Struggled with bipolar disorder, which became widely known after a highly publicized breakdown in 1996
FAQs
People also ask
When was Margot Kidder born?
Margot Kidder was born the 17 October 1948.
Where is Margot Kidder from?
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 17th, 1948, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 17th, 1948 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Say Something Sweet to Your Sweetheart by Jo Stafford & Gordon MacRae
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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