← Back to people hub
Naomi Watts

Naomi Watts - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 28, 1968
Age57
BirthplaceShoreham, Kent, England, United Kingdom
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Naomi Watts's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacMonkey
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForShe is best known for her critically acclaimed performances in 'Mulholland Drive' (2001), 'The Ring' (2002), and for her Academy Award-nominated roles in '21 Grams' (2003) and 'The Impossible' (2012).

Intro

Naomi Watts is a British-Australian actress known for her versatile performances in both independent films and major blockbusters. She achieved international fame for her roles in movies such as 'Mulholland Drive' and 'The Ring'.

Early Life & Background

Naomi Watts was born in Shoreham, Kent, England. After her parents' separation and her father's death when she was a child, she moved with her mother and brother to Wales and later emigrated to Australia at the age of 14. There, she attended North Sydney Girls High School and began pursuing an interest in acting and modeling.

Career Highlights

  • Breakthrough performance in David Lynch's 'Mulholland Drive' (2001)
  • Lead role in the horror remake 'The Ring' (2002)
  • Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for '21 Grams' (2003)
  • Starring role in 'King Kong' (2005) directed by Peter Jackson
  • Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for 'The Impossible' (2012)
  • Noted for diverse work in film and television, including 'Birdman', 'St. Vincent', and the series 'Gypsy' and 'The Loudest Voice'

Trivia

  • Naomi Watts is a goodwill ambassador for the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS).
  • She is close friends with fellow actress Nicole Kidman, whom she met as a teenager in Australia.
  • She was born in the UK but became a naturalized Australian citizen.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Naomi Watts?

Naomi Watts is 57 years old.

When was Naomi Watts born?

Naomi Watts was born the 28 September 1968.

Where is Naomi Watts from?

Shoreham, Kent, England, United Kingdom.

On Her Birth-Day

About September 28th, 1968, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Beatles' single 'Hey Jude' reached the number one position on the charts on September 28, 1968.
  • Day of the week: September 28th, 1968 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Hey Jude by The Beatles
  • #1 UK song: I've Gotta Get A Message To You by The Bee Gees
  • Popular movie: Night of the Living Dead directed by George A. Romero

Check the link for more news and curiosities on September 28th, 1968.

Discover more

Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naomi_Watts
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Naomi-Watts
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0915208/