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Navid Negahban - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 06, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Age | 57 |
| Birthplace | Mashhad, Iran |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Navid Negahban's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Portraying Abu Nazir in 'Homeland,' the Sultan in Disney's 'Aladdin' (2019), and Farhad in 'The Stoning of Soraya M.' |
Intro
Navid Negahban is an Iranian-American actor best known for his roles in film and television, including Abu Nazir in the acclaimed TV series 'Homeland.'
Early Life & Background
Navid Negahban was born in Mashhad, Iran. He developed an interest in theater at an early age and performed with a theater group in Iran before emigrating. He later lived in Turkey and Germany, where he continued his acting training, before moving to the United States to pursue his acting career.
Career Highlights
- Played Abu Nazir in the television series 'Homeland' (2011–2013)
- Portrayed the Sultan in Disney's 'Aladdin' (2019) live-action film
- Appeared as Farhad in 'The Stoning of Soraya M.' (2008)
- Acted as Amahl Farouk / the Shadow King in FX's 'Legion' (2017–2019)
- Recurring roles on shows such as '24', 'Prison Break', and 'The Americans'
Trivia
- Navid Negahban is sometimes referred to in the industry as 'the man of a thousand faces' due to his ability to portray a wide range of characters.[1][2]
- He is fluent in Persian, English, and German.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Navid Negahban?
Navid Negahban is 57 years old.
When was Navid Negahban born?
Navid Negahban was born the 6 June 1968.
Where is Navid Negahban from?
Mashhad, Iran.
On His Birth-Day
About June 6th, 1968, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 6, 1968, Don Drysdale of the Los Angeles Dodgers set a Major League Baseball record by pitching 58 consecutive scoreless innings. This achievement solidified his reputation as one of the great pitchers of his era.
- Day of the week: June 6th, 1968 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Mrs. Robinson by Simon and Garfunkel
- #1 UK song: Young Girl by Union Gap
- Popular movie: Faces directed by John Cassavetes
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