Chris Pratt - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 22, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Virginia, Minnesota, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | His roles as Andy Dwyer in 'Parks and Recreation', Peter Quill/Star-Lord in the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'Avengers' film series, and Owen Grady in the 'Jurassic World' series. |
Intro
Chris Pratt is an American actor best known for his roles in blockbuster franchises such as 'Guardians of the Galaxy,' 'Jurassic World,' and the television sitcom 'Parks and Recreation.' He transitioned from supporting comedic roles to become a leading Hollywood star in action and adventure films.
Early Life & Background
Chris Pratt was raised in Lake Stevens, Washington. He attended Lake Stevens High School, where he wrestled and worked in local drama productions. After graduating, he dropped out of community college and eventually moved to Maui, Hawaii, where he lived in a van and worked odd jobs before being discovered by actress/director Rae Dawn Chong.
Career Highlights
- Breakout comedic role as Andy Dwyer on 'Parks and Recreation' (2009–2015).
- Lead role as Peter Quill/Star-Lord in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' (2014) and its sequels.
- Starred as Owen Grady in the 'Jurassic World' trilogy (2015–2022).
- Appeared in 'The Lego Movie' (2014) as the voice of Emmet Brickowski.
- Appeared in 'Avengers: Infinity War' (2018) and 'Avengers: Endgame' (2019).
Trivia
- Pratt was discovered while working as a waiter at a Bubba Gump Shrimp Company restaurant in Maui.
- He lost over 60 pounds for his role in 'Guardians of the Galaxy'.
- He was formerly married to actress Anna Faris.
- He is known for his improvisational comedic skills and physical transformations for roles.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Chris Pratt?
Chris Pratt is 46 years old.
When was Chris Pratt born?
Chris Pratt was born the 22 June 1979.
Where is Chris Pratt from?
Virginia, Minnesota, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About June 22nd, 1979, in brief:
- Historical events: Iranian students stormed the American embassy in Tehran, initiating a major international diplomatic crisis that would last 444 days until January 20, 1981. This event significantly strained US-Iran relations and had profound geopolitical implications.
- Day of the week: June 22nd, 1979 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning crescent
- #1 US song: Hot Stuff by Donna Summer
- #1 UK song: Sunday Girl by Blondie
- Popular movie: The Tempest directed by Julie Taymor
Check the link for more news and curiosities on June 22nd, 1979.