Rosamund Pike - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 27, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Age | 47 |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Rosamund Pike's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Academy Award-nominated performance in 'Gone Girl' (2014); leading roles in 'Pride & Prejudice' (2005) and 'A Private War' (2018). |
Intro
Rosamund Pike is an award-winning British actress best known for her performances in films such as 'Gone Girl,' 'Pride & Prejudice,' and 'A Private War.' Her career spans drama, thriller, and historical epics, establishing her as a versatile and acclaimed performer.
Early Life & Background
Rosamund Pike was born to opera singers Julian Pike and Caroline Friend. She attended Badminton School and later studied English Literature at Wadham College, University of Oxford, where she graduated with an Upper Second-class degree. During her university years, Pike acted in various stage productions and was discovered by a talent agent, jump-starting her career in film and television.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Miranda Frost in the James Bond film 'Die Another Day' (2002).
- Played Jane Bennet in 'Pride & Prejudice' (2005).
- Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for playing Amy Dunne in 'Gone Girl' (2014).
- Portrayed war correspondent Marie Colvin in 'A Private War' (2018), earning widespread critical acclaim.
- Won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical for 'I Care a Lot' (2021).
Trivia
- Fluent in French and German.
- Classically trained cellist.
- Turned down a role in 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' to perform in a stage production of 'Hitchcock Blonde.'
FAQs
People also ask
Rosamund Pike is 47 years old.
Rosamund Pike was born the 27 January 1979.
London, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 27th, 1979, in brief:
- Historical events: The 36th Golden Globe Awards, held on January 27, 1979, honored the best in film and television for 1978. 'Midnight Express' won Best Motion Picture – Drama, while 'Heaven Can Wait' took Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. In television, '60 Minutes' was named Best Television Series – Drama, and 'Taxi' won Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Lucille Ball received the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement.
- Day of the week: January 27th, 1979 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Le Freak by Chic
- #1 UK song: YMCA by The Village People
- Popular movie: Apocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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