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Rosario Dawson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 09, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Rosario Dawson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Acting roles in 'Rent,' 'Sin City,' 'Clerks II,' and the Marvel/Netflix series (such as 'Daredevil', 'Luke Cage'), as well as political activism. |
Intro
Rosario Dawson is an American actress, producer, and activist, widely recognized for her work in film, television, and her engagement in political and social causes. She has appeared in notable works such as 'Rent,' 'Sin City,' 'Clerks II,' as well as multiple series in the Marvel/Netflix universe.
Early Life & Background
Rosario Dawson was born and raised in New York City. She is of Puerto Rican and Cuban descent and was discovered at a young age when she was cast in the film 'Kids' (1995).
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in 'Kids' (1995)
- Starred in 'Rent' (2005) as Mimi Marquez
- Played Gail in 'Sin City' (2005) and its sequel
- Portrayed Claire Temple in multiple Marvel/Netflix series ('Daredevil,' 'Luke Cage,' 'Jessica Jones,' 'Iron Fist,' and 'The Defenders')
- Voiced Wonder Woman in DC Animated films
- Active involvement in political activism, co-founding the organization Voto Latino
Trivia
- Rosario Dawson is a self-proclaimed Trekkie and has also voiced characters in many animated series and video games.
- She has been public about her advocacy for LGBTQ rights and environmental issues.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Rosario Dawson?
Rosario Dawson is 46 years old.
When was Rosario Dawson born?
Rosario Dawson was born the 9 May 1979.
Where is Rosario Dawson from?
New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 9th, 1979, in brief:
- Historical events: The Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT II) treaty was signed on May 9, 1979, by U.S. President Jimmy Carter and Soviet General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev. This treaty aimed to limit the number of strategic nuclear weapons and was a continuation of the SALT I negotiations. Although it was signed, the treaty was never ratified by the U.S. Senate due to rising tensions between the two superpowers.
- Day of the week: May 9th, 1979 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Reunited by Peaches & Herb
- #1 UK song: Bright Eyes by Art Garfunkel
- Popular movie: Apocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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