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Omar Epps - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 20, 1973 |
|---|---|
| Age | 52 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Omar Epps's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Roles in TV series "House" and films such as "Love & Basketball", "Juice", and "The Wood". |
Intro
Omar Epps is an American actor, rapper, and producer known for his versatile roles in film and television, particularly his performances in medical and sports dramas.
Early Life & Background
Omar Epps was raised by his mother, an elementary school principal, in Brooklyn, New York. He began writing poetry, short stories, and songs at a young age and attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Dr. Eric Foreman in the long-running TV series "House" (2004–2012) [1][2].
- Lead roles in films including "Love & Basketball" (2000), "Juice" (1992), "The Wood" (1999), and "Higher Learning" (1995) [1][2].
- Portrayed Dennis Gant on "ER" (1996–1997)
- Nominated for multiple NAACP Image Awards and has won several for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series [1].
Trivia
- Was a member of the rap group Wolfpack before acting full-time [1][2].
- Married to singer Keisha Spivey of the R&B group Total since 2006 [1].
- Cousin of rapper Tupac Shakur (unverified – needs citation).
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Omar Epps?
Omar Epps is 52 years old.
When was Omar Epps born?
Omar Epps was born the 20 July 1973.
Where is Omar Epps from?
Brooklyn, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 20th, 1973, in brief:
- Historical events: The War Powers Act was passed by the US Senate on July 20, 1973, aiming to limit the President's ability to engage U.S. forces in hostilities without congressional approval. This legislation was a response to concerns over executive power during the Vietnam War.
- Day of the week: July 20th, 1973 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Bad, Bad Leroy Brown by Jim Croce
- #1 UK song: Welcome Home by Peters & Lee
- Popular movie: The Sting directed by George Roy Hill
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