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Rami Malek - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 12, 1981 |
|---|---|
| Age | 44 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Rami Malek's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Acting roles in 'Mr. Robot' and 'Bohemian Rhapsody' |
Intro
Rami Malek is an American actor best known for his role as computer hacker Elliot Alderson in the television series 'Mr. Robot' and for his Academy Award-winning portrayal of Freddie Mercury in the film 'Bohemian Rhapsody'.
Early Life & Background
Rami Malek was born to Egyptian immigrant parents in Los Angeles. He attended Notre Dame High School and later studied theater at the University of Evansville in Indiana. Raised in a Coptic Orthodox Christian family, Malek has a twin brother and an older sister.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for portraying Freddie Mercury in 'Bohemian Rhapsody' (2019)
- Received critical acclaim and an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for 'Mr. Robot' (2016)
- Appeared in the 'Night at the Museum' film series as Pharaoh Ahkmenrah
- Starred as villain Lyutsifer Safin in the James Bond film 'No Time to Die' (2021)
Trivia
- Rami Malek has an identical twin brother named Sami.
- He is the first actor of Egyptian heritage to win an Oscar for Best Actor.
- Malek made his television debut in 'Gilmore Girls' in 2004.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Rami Malek?
Rami Malek is 44 years old.
When was Rami Malek born?
Rami Malek was born the 12 May 1981.
Where is Rami Malek from?
Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About May 12th, 1981, in brief:
- Historical events: Francis Hughes, an Irish Republican Army (IRA) member, died on May 12, 1981, after 59 days on hunger strike. His protest was part of the broader hunger strike by IRA prisoners demanding political status. Hughes' death intensified the hunger strike movement and drew international attention to the conditions of political prisoners in Northern Ireland.
- Day of the week: May 12th, 1981 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes
- #1 UK song: Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants
- Popular movie: On Golden Pond directed by Mark Rydell
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