
Andrew Garfield - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
Born | August 20, 1983 |
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Age | 41 |
Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, USA |
Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Andrew Garfield's horoscope and birth chart) |
Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
Generation | Millennial Generation |
Known For | Playing Spider-Man/Peter Parker in 'The Amazing Spider-Man' series, and starring in 'The Social Network,' 'Hacksaw Ridge,' and 'Tick, Tick... Boom!' |
Intro
Andrew Garfield is a British-American actor known for his versatile performances in film, television, and theater. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Spider-Man in 'The Amazing Spider-Man' film series (2012–2014) and has also starred in critically acclaimed films such as 'The Social Network,' 'Hacksaw Ridge,' and 'Tick, Tick... Boom!'.
Early Life & Background
Andrew Garfield was born in Los Angeles to a British mother and American father. He was raised in Epsom, Surrey, England, where he developed an interest in acting and took drama classes before studying at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Peter Parker/Spider-Man in 'The Amazing Spider-Man' (2012) and its sequel (2014)
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Hacksaw Ridge' (2016) and 'Tick, Tick... Boom!' (2021)
- Starred as Eduardo Saverin in 'The Social Network' (2010)
- Won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for 'Angels in America' (2018)
Trivia
- Andrew Garfield holds dual citizenship (British and American)
- He is an avid supporter of several social causes, including LGBTQ+ rights
- Garfield trained as a gymnast while preparing for his Spider-Man role
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Andrew Garfield?
Andrew Garfield is 41 years old.
When was Andrew Garfield born?
Andrew Garfield was born the 20 August 1983.
Where is Andrew Garfield from?
Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About August 20th, 1983, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 20, 1983, the United Democratic Front (UDF), a pivotal anti-apartheid umbrella organization, was officially launched at the Rocklands Community Centre in Cape Town. The UDF represented a significant milestone in the struggle against racial segregation, bringing together hundreds of civil society organizations, churches, student groups, and community associations in a unified resistance movement against the apartheid regime.
- Day of the week: August 20th, 1983 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: Every Breath You Take by The Police
- #1 UK song: Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band
- Popular movie: Tenebre directed by Dario Argento
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