Sanaa Lathan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 19, 1971 |
|---|---|
| Age | 54 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Sanaa Lathan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starred in films such as 'Love & Basketball,' 'Brown Sugar,' and provided the voice for Donna Tubbs in 'The Cleveland Show.' |
Intro
Sanaa Lathan is an acclaimed American actress known for her work in film, television, and theater. She is recognized for her versatile performances in both dramatic and comedic roles.
Early Life & Background
Sanaa Lathan was born to Eleanor McCoy, an actress and dancer, and Stan Lathan, a director and producer. She grew up in New York City, attending the Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics, and later earned a degree in English from the University of California, Berkeley and a master's degree in drama from Yale University.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Monica Wright in 'Love & Basketball' (2000)
- Notable performances in 'Brown Sugar' (2002), 'The Best Man' (1999), and its sequel 'The Best Man Holiday' (2013)
- Tony Award nomination for her Broadway performance in 'A Raisin in the Sun' (2004)
- Voice of Donna Tubbs on 'The Cleveland Show' (2009–2013) and in 'Family Guy'
- Lead roles in film and television including 'Alien vs. Predator' (2004) and Netflix's 'Nappily Ever After' (2018)
Trivia
- Her first name, Sanaa, means "work of art" in Swahili.
- She is the daughter of director Stan Lathan and actress Eleanor McCoy.
- She has been nominated for several NAACP Image Awards and BET Awards.
- She reprised her stage role in the 2008 television adaptation of 'A Raisin in the Sun.'
FAQs
People also ask
Sanaa Lathan is 54 years old.
Sanaa Lathan was born the 19 September 1971.
New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 19th, 1971, in brief:
- Historical events: Hurricane Irene-Olivia, a rare Atlantic-to-Pacific hurricane crossing, struck Nicaragua on September 19, 1971. The storm caused significant damage and loss of life in the region.
- Day of the week: September 19th, 1971 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Go Away Little Girl by Donny Osmond
- #1 UK song: Hey Girl Don't Bother Me by The Tams
- Popular movie: A Clockwork Orange directed by Stanley Kubrick
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