Phylicia Rashad - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 19, 1948 |
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| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Phylicia Rashad's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Clair Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show' (1984–1992) |
Intro
Phylicia Rashad is an acclaimed American actress, singer, and stage director best known for her role as Clair Huxtable on the long-running NBC sitcom 'The Cosby Show.' Her work on television, stage, and film has made her a pioneering figure in the entertainment industry, particularly for her representation of African American women.
Early Life & Background
Born to Vivian Ayers Allen, a Pulitzer Prize-nominated artist and playwright, and Arthur Allen, an orthodontist, Phylicia Rashad was raised in Houston, Texas. She is the younger sister of Debbie Allen, the famed actress and choreographer. Rashad studied at Howard University, graduating magna cum laude with a degree in Fine Arts in 1970.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Clair Huxtable on 'The Cosby Show,' winning two NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series.
- First Black actress to win the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play (2004) for her role in the revival of 'A Raisin in the Sun.'
- Appeared in films such as 'For Colored Girls' (2010), 'Creed' (2015), and 'Creed II' (2018).
- Served as Dean of the College of Fine Arts at Howard University starting in 2021.
Trivia
- Her birth name is Phylicia Ayers-Allen.
- She voiced Brenda in the animated series 'Little Bill.'
- She is the sister of Debbie Allen, who also played a recurring role on 'The Cosby Show.'
FAQs
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Phylicia Rashad is 77 years old.
Phylicia Rashad was born the 19 June 1948.
Houston, Texas, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 19th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: The Battle of Shangcai, fought between the Chinese Communist forces and the Nationalist army, concluded on June 19, 1948, with a victory for the Communists. This battle was part of the larger Chinese Civil War, which ultimately led to the establishment of the People's Republic of China.
- Day of the week: June 19th, 1948 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Happiness by Ella Fitzgerald
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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