Amber Benson, 1977
Writers · January 8, 1977
Amber Benson
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Amber Benson is 49 years old, born January 8, 1977 in United States · Capricorn.
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About
Amber Benson became a cult icon playing the conflicted witch Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, then pivoted to directing and producing her own films. Born in the US in 1977, she's worked across acting, screenwriting, and filmmaking since the late 1990s. A Capricorn known for creative ambition and depth.
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Biography
Amber Benson is an American actress, screenwriter, director, and producer. She was born on January 8, 1977, in the US. Benson is best known for her role as Tara Maclay on the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer between 1999 and 2002, a character that became central to the show's later seasons. After her time on Buffy, she transitioned behind the camera, directing, producing, and starring in the independent films Chance (2002) and Lovers, Liars & Lunatics (2006). She also appeared in the movie Kiss the Bride (2007) and starred as a waitress in the crime thriller The Killing Jar (2010). In 2010, she co-directed the film Drones with fellow Buffy cast member Adam Busch. As a screenwriter and actor, Benson has built a career spanning both mainstream television and independent film production. Her life-path number 33 reflects creative mastery and visionary drive, traits evident in her shift from acting to multidisciplinary filmmaking.
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Trivia
- Benson played Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer from 1999 to 2002, becoming one of the show's most beloved characters.
- She directed and starred in Chance (2002), launching her career as a filmmaker.
- She co-directed the film Drones (2010) with Adam Busch, her former Buffy castmate.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Master Teacher
33 is 6 amplified. Caretakers operating at scale; rare among entertainers, more common among educators and activists.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Tian XiweiOx · 1997
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Bella MacleanOx · 1997
- Jung Chae-yeonOx · 1997
- Charithra ChandranOx · 1997
CHALLENGING
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian May
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Frequently asked
- How old is Amber Benson?
- Amber Benson is 49 years old (born January 8, 1977).
- When is Amber Benson's birthday?
- Amber Benson was born on January 8, 1977.
- What is Amber Benson's zodiac sign?
- Amber Benson is a Capricorn, born January 8, 1977.
- What is Amber Benson's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Amber Benson was born in 1977, the year of the Fire Snake.
- Where is Amber Benson from?
- Amber Benson is from United States.
- What does Amber Benson do?
- Amber Benson is a writer.
- Is Amber Benson still alive?
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