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Olympia Dukakis - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 20, 1931 |
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| Died | May 01, 2021 (age 89) |
| Birthplace | Lowell, Massachusetts, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Olympia Dukakis's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning role in 'Moonstruck' (1987); prominent work in theater, television, and film. |
Intro
Olympia Dukakis was an acclaimed American actress, director, and producer best known for her Academy Award-winning performance in the film 'Moonstruck.' Over her six-decade career, she was recognized for both her stage and screen work.
Early Life & Background
Olympia Dukakis was born to Greek immigrant parents and was raised in Lowell, Massachusetts. She studied physical therapy at Boston University, later earning a Master of Fine Arts in performing arts from the same institution.
Career Highlights
- Won Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Moonstruck' (1987)
- Famously appeared in films such as 'Steel Magnolias' (1989), 'Mr. Holland's Opus' (1995), and 'Look Who's Talking' series
- Emmy-nominated performances in television productions, including 'Tales of the City'
- Founding member of the Whole Theater Company in Montclair, New Jersey
- Acclaimed Broadway and off-Broadway stage roles
Trivia
- Cousin of former Massachusetts governor Michael Dukakis
- Advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and women's roles in the arts
- Authored a memoir, 'Ask Me Again Tomorrow: A Life in Progress'
FAQs
People also ask
When was Olympia Dukakis born?
Olympia Dukakis was born the 20 June 1931.
Where is Olympia Dukakis from?
Lowell, Massachusetts, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 20th, 1931, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 20, 1931, President Hoover proposed a one-year suspension of Germany's World War I reparations and the repayment of war loans extended to the Allies.
- Day of the week: June 20th, 1931 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Trader Horn directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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