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Brooke Shields Biography (Actress & Model)

Birthday: May 31, 1965 (Gemini)

Born In: Manhattan, New York, United States

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Brooke Shields is an American actress and model. Thanks to the kind of films she took up as a child actress and her glamorous career as a model, Brooke Shields became one of Hollywood’s most iconic personalities. Her mother, who was an actress, made sure Brooke Shields became a glamorous diva during her early teens. Though she started her career as a child model and actress, she ended up landing controversial roles early in her career; her role as a child prostitute at the age of 12 garnered widespread notoriety. During her teenage years, she became one of the most sought-after models apart from appearing in films and TV series. She was often featured in many leading magazines and became part of several marketing campaigns of popular brands. After successfully transitioning from a teenage star to an adult actress, Brooke Shields went on to establish herself as a popular TV star. One of her finest performances was delivered in the television sitcom ‘Suddenly Susan’ for which she received two ‘Golden Globe Award’ nominations. She was also nominated for two ‘Satellite Awards’ for her work in ‘Suddenly Susan.’

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Birthday: May 31, 1965 (Gemini)

Born In: Manhattan, New York, United States

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Also Known As: Brooke Christa Shields

Age: 60 Years, 60 Year Old Females

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Chris Henchy (m. 2001), Andre Agassi (m. 1997–1999)

father: Francis Alexander Shields

mother: Teri Shields

siblings: Christina Shields, Marina Shields, Olympia Shields, Thomas Gore Auchincloss Jr.

children: Grier Hammond Henchy, Rowan Francis Henchy

Born Country: United States

Actresses American Women

Height: 6'0" (183 cm), 6'0" Females

Ancestry: French American, Irish American, British American, German American

U.S. State: New Yorkers

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education: Princeton University

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  What are some popular movies and TV shows starring Brooke Shields?

  Some of Brooke Shields' popular movies and TV shows include "The Blue Lagoon," "Pretty Baby," "Suddenly Susan," "Lipstick Jungle," and "Jane the Virgin."

• 2

  Has Brooke Shields written any books?

  Yes, Brooke Shields has written several books, including "Down Came the Rain: My Journey Through Postpartum Depression" and "There Was a Little Girl: The Real Story of My Mother and Me."

• 3

  How did Brooke Shields begin her career in the entertainment industry?

  Brooke Shields began her career as a child model and gained widespread recognition for her role in the controversial film "Pretty Baby" at the age of 12.

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  Is Brooke Shields involved in any charity work or advocacy?

  Yes, Brooke Shields is involved in various charitable causes, including advocating for women's health issues and supporting organizations like the American Cancer Society and the American Red Cross.

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American PeoplePrinceton UniversityTall CelebritiesTall Female CelebritiesGemini Actresses Childhood & Early LifeBrooke Christa Shields was born on May 31, 1965, in Manhattan, New York, USA, to Teri Schmon and Francis Alexander Shields. Her mother was an actress, while her father was a businessman. Her father’s family had ties with the noble families in Italy. In fact, her father’s mother Donna Marina Torlonia was a princess.Brooke Shields’ parents divorced when she was five months old. Shields lived with her mother. Her mother wanted Shields to become an actress. She had decided that she would go to any length to make her daughter an actress.Brooke Shields started off as a child actress and model. She appeared in her first commercial when she was 11 months old. At the age of 12, Shields appeared in the film ‘Pretty Baby’ where she portrayed a child prostitute. Soon after, she was signed by ‘Ford Modelling Agency.’In 1980, she appeared on the cover of ‘Vogue’ magazine as a 14-year-old. She followed it up with a famous advert for ‘Calvin Klein.’ By now, Shields had become a teenage sensation and was sought after by the biggest brands. Her remuneration at the age of 16 was said to be $10000 per day.Shields was admitted to ‘New Lincoln School’ in New York City, but later transferred to ‘Dwight-Englewood School’ in New Jersey; she lived with her mother in New Jersey. She graduated in the year 1983.Brooke Shields was a good student. Upon graduating from high school, she went to the prestigious ‘Princeton University’ in New Jersey. She studied French literature and completed her bachelor’s degree in 1987.Continue Reading Below