Samantha Morton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 13, 1977 |
|---|---|
| Age | 48 |
| Birthplace | Nottingham, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Samantha Morton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Critically acclaimed performances in films such as 'Sweet and Lowdown', 'In America', and her role as Alpha in 'The Walking Dead'. |
Intro
Samantha Morton is an English actress and director known for her critical acclaim and versatility in both independent and mainstream films. She has received several major award nominations, including two Academy Award nominations, and is recognized for her intense performances and commitment to her craft.
Early Life & Background
Samantha Morton was born on May 13, 1977, in Nottingham, England. She grew up in a working-class family and experienced a challenging childhood that included time in foster care. Despite these hardships, she developed an interest in acting from an early age and joined Nottingham's Central Junior Television Workshop, where she honed her craft.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for ‘Sweet and Lowdown’ (1999).
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for ‘In America’ (2003).
- Won a British Academy Television Award for Best Drama Performance for ‘Longford’ (2007).
- Played Alpha, the main antagonist, in seasons 9 and 10 of ‘The Walking Dead’.
- Starred in 'Minority Report' (2002), 'Morvern Callar' (2002), and 'Synecdoche, New York' (2008).
Trivia
- Morton is also a filmmaker, making her directorial debut with the television film 'The Unloved' (2009), inspired by her own childhood experiences.
- She is known for championing children’s rights and social issues, especially those relating to foster care and abuse.
- Morton has three children.
FAQs
People also ask
Samantha Morton is 48 years old.
Samantha Morton was born the 13 May 1977.
Nottingham, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 13th, 1977, in brief:
- Historical events: President Jimmy Carter signed the Economic Stimulus Appropriations Act into law, allocating $20.1 billion for job creation and economic recovery programs.
- Day of the week: May 13th, 1977 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: When I Need You by Leo Sayer
- #1 UK song: I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest by Rod Stewart
- Popular movie: Annie Hall directed by Woody Allen
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