Shannyn Sossamon - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 03, 1978 |
|---|---|
| Age | 47 |
| Birthplace | Honolulu, Hawaii, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Shannyn Sossamon's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Her roles in "A Knight's Tale," "40 Days and 40 Nights," and "Sinister 2." |
Intro
Shannyn Sossamon is an American actress, director, and musician best known for her breakthrough role in the 2001 film "A Knight's Tale" and performances in "40 Days and 40 Nights," "The Rules of Attraction," and the horror classic "Sinister 2." Her eclectic career also includes work as a musician with the band Warpaint.
Early Life & Background
Shannyn Sossamon was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and raised in Reno, Nevada. She is of Irish, French, Dutch, English, Filipino, and Hawaiian descent. After graduating high school in 1995, she moved to Los Angeles to study dance, which eventually led to her discovery and start in the entertainment industry.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Lady Jocelyn in "A Knight's Tale" (2001)
- Starred in "40 Days and 40 Nights" (2002)
- Appeared in "The Rules of Attraction" (2002)
- Acted in the horror films "One Missed Call" (2008) and "Sinister 2" (2015)
- Recurring role on the TV series "Sleepy Hollow" (2013–2015)
- Founding member and drummer of the indie rock band Warpaint
Trivia
- She was cast in "A Knight's Tale" after being spotted DJing at a party in Los Angeles.
- She has a son, Audio Science, born in 2003.
- She has no formal acting training before her film debut.
FAQs
People also ask
Shannyn Sossamon is 47 years old.
Shannyn Sossamon was born the 3 October 1978.
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 3rd, 1978, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 3, 1978, a Finnish Air Force DC-3 crashed, resulting in the loss of several lives. The incident raised concerns about aviation safety and military operations in Finland.
- Day of the week: October 3rd, 1978 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Kiss You All Over by Exile
- #1 UK song: Summer Nights by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
- Popular movie: The Deer Hunter directed by Michael Cimino
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