Joanna Shimkus was born on October 30, 1943 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, is Actress, Producer, Soundtrack. Joanna Shimkus was born on October 30, 1943 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. She is an actress and producer, known for The Virgin and the Gypsy (1970), Les aventuriers (1967) and Tante Zita (1968). She has been married to Sidney Poitier since January 22, 1976. They have two children.
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Popular As |
Joanna Shimkus |
Occupation |
Actress |
Age |
81 years old |
Zodiac Sign |
Scorpio |
Born |
October 30, 1943 ( Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada) |
Birthday |
October 30 |
Town/City |
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada |
Nationality |
Canada |
🌙 Zodiac
Joanna Shimkus’s zodiac sign is Scorpio. According to astrologers, Scorpio-born are passionate and assertive people. They are determined and decisive, and will research until they find out the truth. Scorpio is a great leader, always aware of the situation and also features prominently in resourcefulness. Scorpio is a Water sign and lives to experience and express emotions. Although emotions are very important for Scorpio, they manifest them differently than other water signs. In any case, you can be sure that the Scorpio will keep your secrets, whatever they may be.
🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs
Joanna Shimkus was born in the Year of the Goat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Goat enjoy being alone in their thoughts. They’re creative, thinkers, wanderers, unorganized, high-strung and insecure, and can be anxiety-ridden. They need lots of love, support and reassurance. Appearance is important too. Compatible with Pig or Rabbit.
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Biography/Timeline
1964
She made her debut in 1964, in Jean Aurel's film De l'amour. She was then noticed by film Director Robert Enrico, who selected her to appear in three of his films; Les aventuriers (1967), opposite Alain Delon and Lino Ventura, Tante Zita (1968) and Ho! (1968).
1968
She also appeared in Joseph Losey's film Boom! (1968), opposite Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, and The Lost Man (1969), opposite Sidney Poitier. Her film career continued until the early 1970s, including roles in L'Invitée (1969), The Virgin and the Gypsy (1970), The Marriage of a Young Stockbroker (1971) and A Time for Loving (1972).
1976
She married Sidney Poitier in 1976, and they have two daughters: Anika and Sydney Tamiia, who is also an Actress. Shimkus has three grandchildren; two from Anika and one from Sydney Tamiia.
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