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Millie Perkins - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 12, 1938 |
|---|---|
| Age | 87 |
| Birthplace | Passaic, New Jersey, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Millie Perkins's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Anne Frank in "The Diary of Anne Frank" (1959) |
Intro
Millie Perkins is an American actress, best known for her debut role as Anne Frank in "The Diary of Anne Frank" (1959). Her career spans film, television, and modeling, and she worked extensively throughout the 1960s and beyond.
Early Life & Background
Millie Perkins was born in Passaic, New Jersey, and grew up in Fair Lawn. Before her acting career, she worked as a model after being discovered by a photographer in New York. She had no prior acting experience before being cast as Anne Frank.
Career Highlights
- Cast as Anne Frank in "The Diary of Anne Frank" (1959), her film debut
- Appeared in "Wild in the Country" (1961) alongside Elvis Presley
- Starred in "Ride in the Whirlwind" (1966) and "The Shooting" (1966), both directed by Monte Hellman
- Recurring television appearances, including roles on "Knots Landing" and "Any Day Now"
Trivia
- Originally a model before transitioning to acting.
- Auditioned for and secured her role in "The Diary of Anne Frank" with no prior acting experience.
- Turned down several Hollywood offers to avoid typecasting after her role as Anne Frank.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Millie Perkins?
Millie Perkins is 87 years old.
When was Millie Perkins born?
Millie Perkins was born the 12 May 1938.
Where is Millie Perkins from?
Passaic, New Jersey, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 12th, 1938, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 12, 1938, U.S. Secretary of State Cordell Hull rejected the Soviet Union's offer of a joint defense pact aimed at countering the rise of Nazi Germany. This decision reflected the United States' preference for bilateral agreements and its reluctance to enter into multilateral defense commitments at that time.
- Day of the week: May 12th, 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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