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Shawn Ashmore - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 07, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Richmond, British Columbia, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Shawn Ashmore's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Portraying Bobby Drake/Iceman in the 'X-Men' film series |
Intro
Shawn Ashmore is a Canadian actor best known for his role as Bobby Drake/Iceman in the 'X-Men' film series. He has also appeared in various television shows and video game performances.
Early Life & Background
Shawn Ashmore was born on October 7, 1979, in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. He has a twin brother, Aaron Ashmore, who is also an actor. He was raised in Brampton, Ontario, and began acting at an early age, appearing in several Canadian television series as a child.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Iceman (Bobby Drake) in the 'X-Men' film series ('X-Men,' 'X2,' 'X-Men: The Last Stand,' 'X-Men: Days of Future Past')
- Starred in the TV series 'Animorphs' (1998–1999)
- Appeared as Agent Mike Weston in 'The Following' (2013–2015)
- Voiced and performed as Jack Joyce in the video game 'Quantum Break' (2016)
Trivia
- Shawn has an identical twin brother, Aaron Ashmore, who is also an actor.
- He and his brother have both played roles in series based on comic books, with Aaron appearing in 'Smallville' and 'The Boys.'
- Shawn Ashmore's character, Iceman, is a popular Marvel Comics mutant with the power to control ice and cold.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Shawn Ashmore?
Shawn Ashmore is 46 years old.
When was Shawn Ashmore born?
Shawn Ashmore was born the 7 October 1979.
Where is Shawn Ashmore from?
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About October 7th, 1979, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 7, 1979, Swissair Flight 316, a McDonnell Douglas DC-8-62, crashed while attempting to land at Athens-Ellinikon International Airport. The aircraft overran the runway, resulting in a fire that led to 14 fatalities among the 154 passengers and crew on board.
- Day of the week: October 7th, 1979 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Sad Eyes by Robert John
- #1 UK song: Video Killed The Radio Star by The Buggles
- Popular movie: Apocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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