Amanda Peet, 1972
Actors · January 11, 1972
Amanda Peet
★ HOW OLD IS AMANDA PEET?
Amanda Peet is 54 years old, born January 11, 1972 in United States · Capricorn.
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About
Amanda Peet moved from TV bit parts to blockbuster supporting roles, becoming a fixture in 2000s ensemble comedies and dramas. Born January 11, 1972, in the US, she broke through as Jill St. Claire in The Whole Nine Yards (2000), then anchored films like Changing Lanes, Identity, and Syriana across the 2000s. She's also written and produced—co-executive producing Netflix's The Chair in 2021. Married to screenwriter David Benioff, she's a Capricorn.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Amanda Peet is an American actress born January 11, 1972. She started with small television roles before her feature film debut in Animal Room (1995). Her breakthrough came as Jill St. Claire in The Whole Nine Yards (2000), a role that widened her recognition significantly. Throughout the 2000s, she appeared in a string of notable films: Saving Silverman (2001), High Crimes, Changing Lanes, and Igby Goes Down (all 2002), Something's Gotta Give and Identity (both 2003), Melinda and Melinda (2004), A Lot like Love and Syriana (both 2005), and later The X-Files: I Want to Believe (2008), 2012 (2009), and Gulliver's Travels (2010).
Beyond film, Peet has maintained a strong television presence, playing Jacqueline Barrett on The WB's Jack & Jill (1999–2001), Jordan McDeere on Aaron Sorkin's Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006–2007), Tina Morris on HBO's Togetherness (2015–2016), Jules on IFC's Brockmire (2016–2020), and Betty Broderick on Bravo's Dirty John season two (2020). More recently, she took on Beth Gallagher in Paramount+'s Fatal Attraction adaptation (2023) and Mel Cooper in Apple TV+'s Your Friends & Neighbors. In 2021, she expanded into production, writing and co-executive producing Netflix's The Chair. As an actress, Peet performs across multiple mediums—television, film, and digital platforms. Married to screenwriter David Benioff, she has three children. Born under Capricorn, her life-path number is 22, a master number associated with visionary execution.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Amanda Peet began her career in television, landing small parts before transitioning to film. Her feature debut came in Animal Room (1995), a stepping stone that preceded her breakout role in The Whole Nine Yards (2000).
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Trivia
- She played Jill St. Claire opposite Bruce Willis and Matthew Perry in The Whole Nine Yards (2000), the role that made her a recognized name.
- Peet wrote and co-executive produced The Chair for Netflix in 2021, expanding her career beyond acting.
- She is married to screenwriter David Benioff and they have three children together.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Master Builder
22 is 4 amplified. Builders of large, structural things — institutions, festivals, multi-decade catalogs.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 22 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Lindsay CollinsDragon · 2000
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Amanda Peet?
- Amanda Peet is 54 years old (born January 11, 1972).
- When is Amanda Peet's birthday?
- Amanda Peet was born on January 11, 1972.
- What is Amanda Peet's zodiac sign?
- Amanda Peet is a Capricorn, born January 11, 1972.
- What is Amanda Peet's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Amanda Peet was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is Amanda Peet from?
- Amanda Peet is from United States.
- What does Amanda Peet do?
- Amanda Peet is a actor.
- Is Amanda Peet still alive?
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