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Vinnie Jones - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 05, 1965 |
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| Age | 61 |
| Birthplace | Watford, Hertfordshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Vinnie Jones's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring in films such as 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels' and 'Snatch,' and for his career as a professional footballer, particularly with Wimbledon F.C. |
Intro
Vinnie Jones is an English actor and former professional footballer best known for his tough-guy roles in films and his career as a no-nonsense midfielder in English football during the 1980s and 1990s.
Early Life & Background
Vinnie Jones was born and raised in Watford, Hertfordshire. He attended Dollis Junior School in Mill Hill and later studied at Highwood Comprehensive School in Bushey, displaying early talent in football.
Career Highlights
- Played professional football for clubs such as Wimbledon, Leeds United, Sheffield United, Chelsea, and Queens Park Rangers.
- Won the FA Cup with Wimbledon in 1988 as part of the 'Crazy Gang.'
- Transitioned to acting, making a breakthrough in Guy Ritchie's 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels' (1998).
- Starred in other notable films including 'Snatch' (2000), 'Gone in 60 Seconds' (2000), and 'X-Men: The Last Stand' (2006).
Trivia
- Known for his physical style of football and holds a record for one of the fastest bookings in football history, receiving a yellow card after just three seconds.
- Appeared on 'Celebrity Big Brother UK' in 2010.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Vinnie Jones?
Vinnie Jones is 61 years old.
When was Vinnie Jones born?
Vinnie Jones was born the 5 January 1965.
Where is Vinnie Jones from?
Watford, Hertfordshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About January 5th, 1965, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 5th, 1965 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Feel Fine by The Beatles
- #1 UK song: Yeh Yeh by Georgie Fame
- Popular movie: The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise
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