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Born: 20 August 1974 · Age: 52
Amy Adams is 52 years old as of October 2026. She was born on 20 August 1974.
Versatile actress known for roles in Enchanted and American Hustle
Did you know?She was born in Italy while her father was stationed there with the United States military.
Amy Adams broke through by playing open, kind-hearted women. She then proved she could be guarded, sharp and frightening too. She played a cheerful cartoon princess in Enchanted and a linguist decoding aliens in Arrival. Sharp Objects showed a darker side. Her six Oscar nominations without a win have become a running topic among film fans. She worked at a Hooters restaurant before acting took off. Many critics see her as one of the finest actors of her generation.
Amy Lou Adams (born August 20, 1974) is an American actress. Known for both her comedic and dramatic roles, she has been featured three times in annual rankings of the world's highest-paid actresses.
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American actress, born 1974
Amy Adams was born in Vicenza on 20 August 1974.
She has been nominated for six Oscars.
She starred in Enchanted and Arrival.
She won two Golden Globes, for American Hustle and Big Eyes.
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Did you know?She was born in Italy, where her father was serving with the US Army.
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