Molly Ringwald - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	February 18, 1968
Age	58
Birthplace	Roseville, California, USA
Zodiac Sign	Aquarius - (see also Molly Ringwald's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Monkey
Generation	Generation X
Known For	Star of John Hughes' 1980s teen films such as 'Sixteen Candles', 'The Breakfast Club', and 'Pretty in Pink'.

Intro

Molly Ringwald is an American actress, singer, and author best known for her roles in several iconic coming-of-age films of the 1980s, notably directed by John Hughes. She became a prominent figure of teen cinema, particularly through her portrayals in 'Sixteen Candles,' 'The Breakfast Club,' and 'Pretty in Pink.'

Early Life & Background

Molly Ringwald was born to Adele Edith, a chef, and Robert Scott Ringwald, a blind jazz pianist. She began her acting career at a young age by appearing in a stage production of 'Alice in Wonderland' at the age of five, and later starred on the television series 'The Facts of Life.'

Career Highlights

Breakout film role in 'Sixteen Candles' (1984)
Lead role in 'The Breakfast Club' (1985)
Starred in 'Pretty in Pink' (1986)
Appeared in the television series 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager' (2008–2013)
Returned as a series regular in The CW's 'Riverdale' (2017–present)

Trivia

Ringwald is also a published author and has written several books, including essays and novels.
She is fluent in French and has lived in France.
Her father, Robert Ringwald, was a well-known jazz musician.

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