Martha Plimpton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 16, 1970 |
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| Age | 55 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Martha Plimpton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Film and television roles including 'The Goonies', 'Parenthood', and her Tony-nominated performances on Broadway. |
Intro
Martha Plimpton is an American actress, singer, and former model best known for her versatile work in film, television, and theater. She gained recognition as a child actress in the 1980s and has continued to build an impressive career with acclaimed performances on stage and screen.
Early Life & Background
Martha Plimpton was born into a well-known theatrical family. She is the daughter of actors Keith Carradine and Shelley Plimpton. Raised in New York City, she began her career in modeling and commercial work as a child before transitioning into acting.
Career Highlights
- Breakout film role as Stef in 'The Goonies' (1985)
- Starred in 'Running on Empty' (1988) and 'Parenthood' (1989)
- Regular cast member on Fox sitcom 'Raising Hope' (2010–2014), earning an Emmy nomination
- Multiple Tony Award nominations for Broadway performances including 'Top Girls', 'The Coast of Utopia', and 'Pal Joey'
- Guest role on 'The Good Wife', for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series in 2012
Trivia
- Was briefly involved with River Phoenix, with whom she co-starred in 'Running on Empty'
- Is an advocate for reproductive rights and co-founder of the organization 'A Is For'
- Her maternal grandparents were also actors
FAQs
People also ask
Martha Plimpton is 55 years old.
Martha Plimpton was born the 16 November 1970.
New York City, New York, U.S..
On Her Birth-Day
About November 16th, 1970, in brief:
- Historical events: The court-martial of 2nd Lt. William Calley, who led the massacre of Vietnamese civilians at My Lai 4 on March 16, 1968, began on November 16, 1970. Calley was charged with six specifications of premeditated murder for his role in the deaths of 22 civilians. The trial was a significant event in the aftermath of the Vietnam War, highlighting issues of military conduct and accountability.
- Day of the week: November 16th, 1970 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Think I Love You by The Partridge Family
- #1 UK song: Woodstock by Matthew's Southern Comfort
- Popular movie: Catch-22 directed by Mike Nichols
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