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Minka Kelly - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 24, 1980 |
|---|---|
| Age | 45 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Minka Kelly's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring as Lyla Garrity in the television series 'Friday Night Lights'. |
Intro
Minka Kelly is an American actress best known for her roles in television series such as 'Friday Night Lights' and 'Parenthood.' She has also appeared in several films and is recognized for her philanthropic work.
Early Life & Background
Minka Kelly was born to former Aerosmith guitarist Rick Dufay and Maureen Dumont Kelly. She was raised primarily by her mother in New Mexico before returning to Los Angeles. She has spoken about her challenging upbringing and her close relationship with her late mother.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Lyla Garrity on NBC's 'Friday Night Lights' (2006–2009)
- Starred in 'Parenthood' as Gaby
- Appeared in 'Charlie's Angels' (2011 TV reboot)
- Played Dawn Granger / Dove in 'Titans' (2018–2021)
- Films include 'The Roommate' (2011) and '500 Days of Summer' (2009)
Trivia
- Minka Kelly is of French and Irish descent on her father's side and Dutch-Indonesian on her mother's side.
- She previously trained as a surgical technician before pursuing acting.
- Named Esquire magazine's 'Sexiest Woman Alive' in 2010.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Minka Kelly?
Minka Kelly is 45 years old.
When was Minka Kelly born?
Minka Kelly was born the 24 June 1980.
Where is Minka Kelly from?
Los Angeles, California, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 24th, 1980, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 24, 1980, Affirmed won the $500,000 Hollywood Cup, becoming the first horse to surpass $2 million in earnings. This victory added to his impressive career, which included winning the Triple Crown in 1978 and being named Horse of the Year in both 1978 and 1979.
- Day of the week: June 24th, 1980 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Coming Up (Live At Glasgow) by Paul McCartney
- #1 UK song: Crying by Don McLean
- Popular movie: The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis
Check the link for more news and curiosities on June 24th, 1980.