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Mekhi Phifer

Mekhi Phifer - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornDecember 29, 1974
Age51
BirthplaceHarlem, New York City, New York, USA
Zodiac SignCapricorn - (see also Mekhi Phifer's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForActing, especially for his roles in 'ER' and '8 Mile'.

Intro

Mekhi Phifer is an American actor best known for his roles in films such as '8 Mile' and the television series 'ER.'

Early Life & Background

Mekhi Phifer was raised by his mother, Rhoda Phifer, a high school teacher, as a single parent in Harlem, New York. He attended Lincoln Square Auxiliary Services High School in Manhattan.

Career Highlights

  • Debuted in the film 'Clockers' (1995) directed by Spike Lee.
  • Starred as Dr. Greg Pratt on the television drama 'ER' from 2002 to 2008.
  • Appeared opposite Eminem in the film '8 Mile' (2002).
  • Other notable film credits include 'Soul Food,' 'Paid in Full,' and 'I Still Know What You Did Last Summer.'

Trivia

  • He won the lead role in 'Clockers' after an open casting call, beating out over a thousand other actors.
  • He competed on the TV show 'Celebrity Poker Showdown' and won his tournament.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Mekhi Phifer?

Mekhi Phifer is 51 years old.

When was Mekhi Phifer born?

Mekhi Phifer was born the 29 December 1974.

Where is Mekhi Phifer from?

Harlem, New York City, New York, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About December 29th, 1974, in brief:

  • Day of the week: December 29th, 1974 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Angie Baby by Helen Reddy
  • #1 UK song: Lonely This Christmas by Mud
  • Popular movie: Young Frankenstein directed by Mel Brooks

Check the link for more news and curiosities on December 29th, 1974.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mekhi_Phifer
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005301/