Mj Rodriguez - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 07, 1991 |
|---|---|
| Age | 34 |
| Birthplace | Newark, New Jersey, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Mj Rodriguez's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Blanca Evangelista in the TV show "Pose," making history as the first transgender woman nominated for an Emmy in a major acting category and the first to win a Golden Globe. |
Intro
Mj Rodriguez, also known as Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, is an American actress and singer best known for her groundbreaking role as Blanca Evangelista in the FX television drama series "Pose." Rodriguez is celebrated for being the first transgender woman to earn an Emmy nomination in a major acting category and the first to win a Golden Globe Award.
Early Life & Background
Mj Rodriguez was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. She began acting in local theater productions as a child and came out as transgender in her early twenties. Rodriguez studied at the Berklee College of Music before focusing on her professional acting and singing career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Blanca Evangelista in "Pose" (2018–2021)
- First transgender woman nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (2021)
- Won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama (2022)
- Appeared in the Off-Broadway production of "Rent" as Angel Dumott Schunard
Trivia
- First transgender performer to win a Golden Globe Award (2022)
- Identifies as both transgender and non-binary
- Has been an advocate for trans visibility and inclusion in Hollywood
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Mj Rodriguez?
Mj Rodriguez is 34 years old.
When was Mj Rodriguez born?
Mj Rodriguez was born the 7 January 1991.
Where is Mj Rodriguez from?
Newark, New Jersey, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 7th, 1991, in brief:
- Historical events: United States Secretary of State James Baker met with Iraqi Foreign Minister Tariq Aziz in a critical diplomatic effort to resolve the Gulf Crisis, but failed to negotiate Iraq's withdrawal from Kuwait, heightening tensions leading to the Gulf War.
- Day of the week: January 7th, 1991 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- #1 US song: Justify My Love by Madonna
- #1 UK song: Sadness Part 1 by Enigma
- Popular movie: Joker directed by Todd Phillips
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