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Virginia Madsen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 11, 1961 |
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| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Virginia Madsen's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Film and television acting, particularly her Academy Award-nominated performance in 'Sideways' (2004). |
Intro
Virginia Madsen is an American actress and producer, best known for her Oscar-nominated role in the film 'Sideways' (2004) and performances in movies such as 'Candyman' (1992) and 'The Rainmaker' (1997).
Early Life & Background
Virginia Madsen was born to Elaine Madsen, an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and author, and Calvin Madsen, a fireman. She grew up in Chicago and attended New Trier High School before studying acting at the Ted Liss Acting Studio.
Career Highlights
- Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Sideways' (2004).
- Memorable roles in 'Candyman' (1992), 'The Rainmaker' (1997), and 'Joy' (2015).
- Starred in the TV series 'Designated Survivor' and 'Swamp Thing'.
Trivia
- Virginia is the younger sister of actor Michael Madsen.
- Her mother, Elaine Madsen, is a noted poet, filmmaker, and author.
- She served as a juror at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Virginia Madsen?
Virginia Madsen is 64 years old.
When was Virginia Madsen born?
Virginia Madsen was born the 11 September 1961.
Where is Virginia Madsen from?
Chicago, Illinois, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 11th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 11, 1961, Hurricane Carla made landfall on the Texas coast, causing widespread damage and resulting in at least 34 fatalities.
- Day of the week: September 11th, 1961 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Michael by The Highwaymen
- #1 UK song: Johnny Remember Me by John Leyton
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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