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Claire Danes

Actress

Claire Danes

Claire Danes was born on April 12, 1979 in New York City, New York. She won a Golden Globe Award at age 15 and starred in Romeo + Juliet at 17.

Claire Danes was born in 1979 and is currently 47 years old. Anyone born before 1979 is older than Claire.

Born

April 12, 1979

New York City, New York

World pop: ~4.3B

Claire's age

47

Your age

20

Are you older than Claire Danes?

No — Claire Danes was born in 1979. You were born in 2006, making you 27 years younger.

At your age (20), Claire had already appeared in The Hours (at age 20), but hadn't yet starred in 'Stardust' (at age 28).

Claire's Life Timeline

Claire Danes was born on April 12, 1979, in New York City, United States. She grew up in a creative environment, with her mother being a school teacher and her father a sculptor. Danes attended the Professional Performing Arts School, where she honed her acting skills and developed a passion for the craft from an early age.

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Claire Danes was 15 years old when she gained widespread recognition for her role as Angela Chase in the critically acclaimed television series 'My So-Called Life,' which aired in 1994. This performance earned her a Golden Globe Award and established her as a talented young actress. In 1996, she starred in the film 'Romeo + Juliet,' directed by Baz Luhrmann, which further solidified her status in Hollywood. Danes received significant acclaim for her portrayal of Carrie Mathison in the series 'Homeland,' which began in 2011, winning multiple Emmy Awards for her performance.

Throughout her career, Claire Danes has been recognized for her versatility and depth as an actress. She continues to work in film and television, contributing to various projects while also being involved in philanthropic efforts. As of now, she remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known for her compelling performances and dedication to her craft.

15
1994
Older than

Won a Golden Globe Award

Claire Danes was 15 years old when she won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama for her role in 'My So-Called Life.' This recognition marked a significant milestone in her early career and showcased her talent to a broader audience.

Claire Danes was 15 years old when she won a Golden Globe Award in 1994. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

15
1994
Older than

Starred in 'Little Women'

Claire Danes was 15 years old when she starred in 'Little Women', a film adaptation of the classic Louisa May Alcott novel.

Claire Danes was 15 years old when she starred in 'Little Women' in 1994. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

17
1996
Older than

Starred in Romeo + Juliet

Claire Danes was 17 years old when she starred in 'Romeo + Juliet,' directed by Baz Luhrmann. Her portrayal of Juliet received critical acclaim and introduced her to a global audience, establishing her as a leading actress in Hollywood.

Claire Danes was 17 years old when she starred in Romeo + Juliet in 1996. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

18
1997
Older than

Appeared in 'The Rainmaker'

Claire Danes was 18 years old when she appeared in 'The Rainmaker', a legal drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola.

Claire Danes was 18 years old when she appeared in 'The Rainmaker' in 1997. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

20
1999
Same age

Appeared in The Hours

Claire Danes was 20 years old when she appeared in the film 'The Hours,' alongside notable actors such as Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman. This role further demonstrated her range as an actress and contributed to her growing filmography.

Claire Danes was 20 years old when she appeared in The Hours in 1999. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

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28
2007

Starred in 'Stardust'

Claire Danes was 28 years old when she starred in 'Stardust', a fantasy-adventure film based on Neil Gaiman's novel.

Claire Danes was 28 years old when she starred in 'Stardust' in 2007. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

31
2010

Starred in Temple Grandin

Claire Danes was 31 years old when she starred in the HBO film 'Temple Grandin,' portraying the titular character. Her performance earned her an Emmy Award, highlighting her ability to tackle complex and challenging roles.

Claire Danes was 31 years old when she starred in Temple Grandin in 2010. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

32
2011

Became a lead in Homeland

Claire Danes was 32 years old when she became the lead in the critically acclaimed series 'Homeland.' Her portrayal of Carrie Mathison earned her multiple Emmy Awards and solidified her status as one of the top actresses in television.

Claire Danes was 32 years old when she became a lead in Homeland in 2011. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

35
2014

Won another Emmy Award

Claire Danes was 35 years old when she won another Emmy Award for her performance in 'Homeland.' This achievement underscored her continued excellence and dedication to her craft in the television industry.

Claire Danes was 35 years old when she won another Emmy Award in 2014. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

39
2018

Starred in 'A Kid Like Jake'

Claire Danes was 39 years old when she starred in 'A Kid Like Jake', a drama exploring themes of gender identity and parenting.

Claire Danes was 39 years old when she starred in 'A Kid Like Jake' in 2018. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

43
2022

Starred in the limited series 'Fleishman Is in Trouble'

Claire Danes was 43 years old when she starred in the limited series 'Fleishman Is in Trouble', a Hulu drama based on Taffy Brodesser-Akner's novel.

Claire Danes was 43 years old when she starred in the limited series 'Fleishman Is in Trouble' in 2022. Are you older than Claire was? Enter your birth year to compare.

Age by Year

YearAgeNotable Event
19790
19801
19812
19823
19834
19845
19856
19867
19878
19889
198910
199011
199112
199213
199314
199415won a Golden Globe Award
199516
199617starred in Romeo + Juliet
199718appeared in 'The Rainmaker'
199819
199920appeared in The Hours
200021
200122
200223
200324
200425
200526
200627
200728starred in 'Stardust'
200829
200930
201031starred in Temple Grandin
201132became a lead in Homeland
201233
201334
201435won another Emmy Award
201536
201637
201738
201839starred in 'A Kid Like Jake'
201940
202041
202142
202243starred in the limited series 'Fleishman Is in Trouble'
202344
202445
202546
202647

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