Chris New, 1981
Writers · August 17, 1981
Chris New
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Chris New is 44 years old, born August 17, 1981 in United Kingdom · Leo.
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About
Chris New is a British actor and screenwriter born in 1981. He's best known for starring in the 2011 film Weekend. New has also worked behind the camera, making his screenwriting and directorial debut with the 2013 short Ticking, then co-writing Chicken and directing A Smallholding, both in 2014. As a Leo, he brings intensity to both sides of the camera.
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Biography
Chris New is a British actor and screenwriter born on 17 August 1981. His most recognizable role came in the 2011 film Weekend, where he starred. Beyond acting, New expanded into production: he made his screenwriting and directorial debut in 2013 with the short film Ticking. That same creative momentum continued in 2014, when he co-wrote the independent film Chicken and co-wrote and directed A Smallholding. As a Leo born in 1981, New embodies the sign's characteristic drive and creative confidence. Screenwriters and actors typically balance performance with narrative development—New's dual career path reflects both disciplines. Working across British independent film and stage, he has carved out a niche in thoughtful, auteur-driven projects. His life-path number of 8 suggests ambition and an eye toward material and creative legacy—evident in his shift from pure acting into production roles.
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Trivia
- Weekend (2011), the film that made New a recognizable name, was his breakthrough starring role.
- New's directorial debut, Ticking, was a 2013 short film that immediately preceded his feature work.
- He co-wrote and directed A Smallholding in 2014, asserting full creative control as both writer and director.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Chris New extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.
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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
- PinkPantheressSnake · 2001
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Taylor SwiftSnake · 1989
- Khvicha KvaratskheliaSnake · 2001
CHALLENGING
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- Rocky
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Frequently asked
- How old is Chris New?
- Chris New is 44 years old (born August 17, 1981).
- When is Chris New's birthday?
- Chris New was born on August 17, 1981.
- What is Chris New's zodiac sign?
- Chris New is a Leo, born August 17, 1981.
- What is Chris New's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Chris New was born in 1981, the year of the Metal Rooster.
- Where is Chris New from?
- Chris New is from United Kingdom.
- What does Chris New do?
- Chris New is a writer.
- Is Chris New still alive?
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