Noomi Rapace - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 28, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Hudiksvall, Gävleborgs län, Sweden |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Noomi Rapace's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Her portrayal of Lisbeth Salander in the 'Millennium' trilogy, including 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo', and her roles in 'Prometheus' and other international films. |
Intro
Noomi Rapace is a Swedish actress best known for her groundbreaking role as Lisbeth Salander in the Swedish film adaptations of Stieg Larsson's 'Millennium' series, starting with 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'. She has achieved international acclaim for her intense and transformative performances in both European and Hollywood films.
Early Life & Background
Noomi Rapace was born Noomi Norén in Hudiksvall, Sweden. Her mother, Nina Norén, is a Swedish actress, and her father, Rogelio Durán, was a Spanish flamenco singer. She grew up in Sweden and Iceland, developing an early interest in acting. At the age of seven, she made her film debut in a minor role and later attended theatre school in Stockholm.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough international role as Lisbeth Salander in 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' (2009), followed by its sequels.
- Starred as Dr. Elizabeth Shaw in Ridley Scott's 'Prometheus' (2012).
- Featured in major films such as 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' (2011), 'Dead Man Down' (2013), and 'Unlocked' (2017).
- Received numerous awards, including a Guldbagge Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Daisy Diamond' (2007).
Trivia
- Her performance as Lisbeth Salander required significant physical transformation, including piercings and motorcycle training.
- She is fluent in multiple languages, including Swedish, Icelandic, English, and conversational Spanish.
- Noomi changed her last name to Rapace, meaning 'bird of prey' in French and Italian, after marrying actor Ola Rapace.
FAQs
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Noomi Rapace is 46 years old.
Noomi Rapace was born the 28 December 1979.
Hudiksvall, Gävleborgs län, Sweden.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 28th, 1979, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 28th, 1979 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes
- Popular movie: Apocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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