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Taye Diggs - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 02, 1971 |
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| Age | 55 |
| Birthplace | Newark, New Jersey, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Taye Diggs's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Notable for his performances in musicals, television series, and films, particularly 'Rent', 'Private Practice', and 'The Best Man' film series. |
Intro
Taye Diggs is an American actor and singer, best known for his roles in the Broadway musical 'Rent', the television series 'Private Practice', and films such as 'How Stella Got Her Groove Back', 'Brown Sugar', and 'The Best Man'.
Early Life & Background
Born Scott Leo 'Taye' Diggs, he grew up in Rochester, New York after his family moved from New Jersey. He attended the School of the Arts in Rochester and later earned a BFA in musical theater from Syracuse University.
Career Highlights
- Originated the role of Benny in the Broadway musical 'Rent' (1996)
- Starred in the film 'How Stella Got Her Groove Back' (1998)
- Portrayed Dr. Sam Bennett on the ABC television series 'Private Practice' (2007–2013)
- Lead roles in 'The Best Man' (1999), 'The Best Man Holiday' (2013), and subsequent TV series adaptation
- Regular role in the series 'All American' (2018–2023)
Trivia
- His nickname 'Taye' comes from the playful pronunciation of 'Scottay', a take on his given name Scott.
- Was married to actress Idina Menzel, whom he met during the original production of 'Rent'.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Taye Diggs?
Taye Diggs is 55 years old.
When was Taye Diggs born?
Taye Diggs was born the 2 January 1971.
Where is Taye Diggs from?
Newark, New Jersey, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 2nd, 1971, in brief:
- Historical events: The Public Health Cigarette Smoking Act, signed into law by President Richard Nixon on April 1, 1970, banned cigarette advertisements on television and radio, effective January 2, 1971. This legislation aimed to reduce tobacco consumption and protect public health.
- Day of the week: January 2nd, 1971 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: A Clockwork Orange directed by Stanley Kubrick
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