Chris Messina, 1974
Actors · August 11, 1974
Chris Messina
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Chris Messina is 51 years old, born August 11, 1974 in United States · Leo.
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About
Chris Messina built a career playing complex supporting characters across prestige TV and film. Born August 11, 1974, the American actor is best known for his role as Danny Castellano in The Mindy Project (2012–2017), which earned him two Critics' Choice Television Award nominations for Best Actor in a Comedy Series. His film work spans Vicky Cristina Barcelona, Argo, and Air; on television, he's appeared in Six Feet Under, The Newsroom, Sharp Objects, and The Sinner. A Leo, Messina combines charm with dramatic intensity.
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Biography
Chris Messina is an American actor born August 11, 1974, known for balancing comedy and drama across television and film. His breakthrough came as Danny Castellano in The Mindy Project (2012–2017), a role that earned him two Critics' Choice Television Award nominations for Best Actor in a Comedy Series. On television, Messina has built a reputation for playing sharp, morally ambiguous characters: Ted Fairwell in Six Feet Under (2005), Chris Sanchez in Damages (2011–2012), Reese Lansing in The Newsroom (2012–2014), Richard Willis in Sharp Objects (2018), Nick Haas in The Sinner (2020), and Angelo Lano in Gaslit (2022). His film credits include ensemble work in Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008), Julie & Julia (2009), Argo (2012), and solo leads in projects he also wrote or directed—Fairhaven (2012), which he executive produced, and Alex of Venice (2014). Recent film appearances span Birds of Prey (2020), I Care a Lot (2020), Call Jane (2022), Air (2023), and The Boogeyman (2023). As a Leo born in August, Messina carries the sign's natural confidence and command of ensemble dynamics. His work spans the full spectrum of acting disciplines—comedy, drama, thriller—and he continues to take on character-driven roles across platforms.
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Trivia
- Messina wrote, executive produced, and starred in the comedy film Fairhaven (2012).
- He directed and starred in the drama film Alex of Venice (2014).
- His television roles span five major HBO and prestige cable series, including Six Feet Under, The Newsroom, and Sharp Objects.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Builder
Disciplined and structured. Chris Messina succeed where consistency beats charisma — long catalogs, repeatable craft, slow-grow audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Alexander GouldDog · 1994
- Jean-Carl BoucherDog · 1994
- Connor JessupDog · 1994
- Mayuko FukudaDog · 1994
- Abbey HoesDog · 1994
CHALLENGING
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie Ure
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Frequently asked
- How old is Chris Messina?
- Chris Messina is 51 years old (born August 11, 1974).
- When is Chris Messina's birthday?
- Chris Messina was born on August 11, 1974.
- What is Chris Messina's zodiac sign?
- Chris Messina is a Leo, born August 11, 1974.
- What is Chris Messina's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Chris Messina was born in 1974, the year of the Wood Tiger.
- Where is Chris Messina from?
- Chris Messina is from United States.
- What does Chris Messina do?
- Chris Messina is a actor.
- Is Chris Messina still alive?
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