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Ricki Lake - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 21, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Age | 57 |
| Birthplace | Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Ricki Lake's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring as Tracy Turnblad in 'Hairspray' (1988) and hosting 'The Ricki Lake Show'. |
Intro
Ricki Lake is an American actress, television presenter, and producer, best known for her role as Tracy Turnblad in the 1988 film 'Hairspray' and for hosting the long-running talk show 'The Ricki Lake Show.'
Early Life & Background
Ricki Lake was born in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, and raised in Hastings-on-Hudson and Hastings. She attended Ithaca College for one year before leaving to pursue her career in entertainment.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Tracy Turnblad in 'Hairspray' (1988), which earned her widespread acclaim.
- Hosted 'The Ricki Lake Show,' a talk show that ran from 1993 to 2004 and earned her a Daytime Emmy Award.
- Appeared in films such as 'Cry-Baby' (1990) and 'Serial Mom' (1994).
- Co-produced and appeared in the documentary film 'The Business of Being Born' (2008).
Trivia
- Won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host in 2013 for 'The Ricki Lake Show.'
- Lost over 100 pounds between the end of her first talk show and her return to television.
- Was a contestant on 'Dancing with the Stars' in 2011, finishing in third place.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Ricki Lake?
Ricki Lake is 57 years old.
When was Ricki Lake born?
Ricki Lake was born the 21 September 1968.
Where is Ricki Lake from?
Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 21st, 1968, in brief:
- Historical events: The Soviet spacecraft Zond 5 successfully returned to Earth after completing a mission that included a flyby of the Moon. It was the first spacecraft to carry living organisms around the Moon and return them safely.
- Day of the week: September 21st, 1968 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Harper Valley P.T.A. by Jeannie C. Riley
- #1 UK song: I've Gotta Get A Message To You by The Bee Gees
- Popular movie: Funny Girl directed by William Wyler
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