Sibel Kekilli - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 16, 1980 |
|---|---|
| Age | 45 |
| Birthplace | Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg, West Germany |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Sibel Kekilli's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Best known for portraying Shae in Game of Thrones and her award-winning performance in 'Head-On'. |
Intro
Sibel Kekilli is a German actress of Turkish descent, internationally recognized for her role as Shae in the hit HBO television series Game of Thrones. She has also gained critical acclaim for her performances in German cinema, especially for her breakthrough role in the film 'Head-On' (Gegen die Wand).
Early Life & Background
Sibel Kekilli was born to Turkish immigrant parents in Heilbronn, West Germany. She completed her secondary education before working in various jobs, including as an administrative assistant, prior to beginning her acting career.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Sibel in 'Head-On' (2004), which won the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival
- Portrayal of Shae in HBO's 'Game of Thrones' (2011–2014)
- Starred in 'Eve Dönüşü: Homecoming' and 'When We Leave'
- Recipient of multiple awards including two Lola Awards (German Film Awards) for Best Actress
Trivia
- Prior to her acting career, Kekilli worked in various jobs including at a local city hall.
- In 2004, German media revealed her previous involvement in adult films, which she confirmed and addressed publicly.
- She is an advocate against violence towards women and has supported various social initiatives.
FAQs
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Sibel Kekilli is 45 years old.
Sibel Kekilli was born the 16 June 1980.
Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg, West Germany.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 16th, 1980, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 16, 1980, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Diamond v. Chakrabarty that a genetically engineered bacterium capable of breaking down crude oil is patentable under 35 U.S.C. § 101. This landmark decision established that living, human-made microorganisms qualify as 'manufactures' or 'compositions of matter,' thereby opening the door for patenting genetically modified organisms and significantly impacting the biotechnology industry.
- Day of the week: June 16th, 1980 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Funkytown by Lipps, Inc.
- #1 UK song: Crying by Don McLean
- Popular movie: The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis
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