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Patricia Wettig - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 04, 1951 |
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| Age | 74 |
| Birthplace | Cincinnati, Ohio, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Patricia Wettig's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Her Emmy-winning performance as Nancy Weston on 'thirtysomething', as well as roles on 'Prison Break' and 'Brothers & Sisters'. |
Intro
Patricia Wettig is an American actress and playwright best known for her role as Nancy Weston on the television series 'thirtysomething,' for which she received critical acclaim and multiple awards. She has also appeared in several other TV series and films throughout her career.
Early Life & Background
Patricia Wettig grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio, and later attended Ohio Wesleyan University and Temple University, where she earned her Master of Fine Arts in playwriting.
Career Highlights
- Won three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for 'thirtysomething' (1988, 1990, 1991)
- Received a Golden Globe Award for her role in 'thirtysomething' (1991)
- Starred as Vice President Caroline Reynolds on 'Prison Break' (2005–2007)
- Played Holly Harper on 'Brothers & Sisters' (2006–2011)
- Has written plays, including her award-winning play 'F2M'
Trivia
- Married to fellow actor and 'thirtysomething' co-star Ken Olin.
- Has two children.
- Returned to play Nancy Weston in the 'thirtysomething(else)' sequel pilot in 2020 (not picked up to series).
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Patricia Wettig?
Patricia Wettig is 74 years old.
When was Patricia Wettig born?
Patricia Wettig was born the 4 December 1951.
Where is Patricia Wettig from?
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 4th, 1951, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 4th, 1951 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Slow Poke by Ralph Flanagan & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: A Streetcar Named Desire directed by Elia Kazan
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