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Tahmoh Penikett - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 20, 1975 |
|---|---|
| Age | 50 |
| Birthplace | Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Tahmoh Penikett's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring as Karl 'Helo' Agathon in the reimagined 'Battlestar Galactica' series, and starring roles in 'Dollhouse' and 'Supernatural.' |
Intro
Tahmoh Penikett is a Canadian actor best known for his roles in science fiction television series, most notably Helo in 'Battlestar Galactica.'
Early Life & Background
Penikett was born in Whitehorse, Yukon. He is the son of former Yukon premier Tony Penikett and grew up in Canada, developing an early interest in acting and the arts.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Karl 'Helo' Agathon in the acclaimed science fiction series 'Battlestar Galactica' (2004–2009).
- Appeared as Paul Ballard in Joss Whedon's 'Dollhouse' (2009–2010).
- Recurring roles in popular series such as 'Supernatural', 'The Killing', 'Continuum', and 'The Man in the High Castle'.
Trivia
- Penikett is of English and White River First Nation descent.
- He trained in martial arts, practicing Muay Thai.
- His father, Tony Penikett, was the premier of Yukon from 1985 to 1992.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Tahmoh Penikett?
Tahmoh Penikett is 50 years old.
When was Tahmoh Penikett born?
Tahmoh Penikett was born the 20 May 1975.
Where is Tahmoh Penikett from?
Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About May 20th, 1975, in brief:
- Day of the week: May 20th, 1975 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Shining Star by Earth, Wind & Fire
- #1 UK song: Stand By Your Man by Tammy Wynette
- Popular movie: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest directed by Miloš Forman
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