Last Updated: 20 Mar, 2023 | Views: 101
Age: 73
Profession: Actress
Other Profession(s): Film Producer
Higher Education: Graduated
About (Profile/Biography):
Sigourney Weaver is a well-known American producer and actress best recognised for her famous parts in science fiction movies including the "Alien" series, "Avatar," and "Ghostbusters." She has received numerous nominations for prizes and has won a number of them, including the Golden Globe and the BAFTA.
Sigourney Weaver Early Life:
Born in New York City on October 8, 1949, Weaver’s real name is Susan Alexandra Weaver, but she adopted the name "Sigourney" after a character in "The Great Gatsby." Weaver graduated from Stanford University with a degree in English before studying acting at the Yale School of Drama.
Sigourney Weaver Career:
• Weaver began her acting career on stage before transitioning to film and television.
• Her breakthrough role came in 1979 when she starred as Ellen Ripley in the science fiction horror film "Alien," which launched her to international fame.
• She has since appeared in numerous other films, including "Ghostbusters," "Avatar," and "Gorillas in the Mist," for which she received an Academy Award nomination.
• Weaver has also worked extensively in television, starring in series such as "Political Animals" and "Defenders."
Sigourney Weaver Achievements:
Sigourney Weaver has been recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry, receiving numerous awards and nominations throughout her career. She has been nominated for three Academy Awards, winning a BAFTA Award for her role in "The Ice Storm." In addition to her acting career, Weaver has also worked as a producer and has received critical acclaim for her work in environmental activism.
Sigourney Weaver Personal Life:
Weaver has been married to theater director Jim Simpson since 1984, and they have one daughter together. She is also an advocate for numerous environmental causes and serves on the board of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
Sigourney Weaver Facts:
Weaver is known for her tall stature, standing at 6 feet tall. She is also an accomplished musician, playing the piano and guitar. In addition to her work in entertainment, Weaver has been involved in various philanthropic causes, including working with the World Wildlife Fund and serving on the board of the Rockefeller Foundation.
