Ian Michael Smith, 1987
Actors · May 5, 1987
Ian Michael Smith
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Ian Michael Smith is 39 years old, born May 5, 1987 in United States · Taurus.
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About
Ian Michael Smith starred in Simon Birch, the 1998 film centered on his character—a rare leading role for a child actor with dwarfism. Born May 5, 1987, in the US, Smith's stature results from Morquio syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. He later transitioned to software engineering. As a Taurus, Smith's grounded shift from acting to tech reflects the sign's pragmatic nature.
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Biography
Ian Michael Smith became known for Simon Birch, a 1998 film built entirely around his lead performance. Born May 5, 1987, in the US, Smith stands 3 ft 1 in due to Morquio syndrome, a rare enzymatic disorder affecting the circulatory, muscular, and skeletal systems. The condition shaped both his childhood casting and his public profile. Smith's sole starring vehicle made him a recognizable face in 1990s cinema, though he did not sustain an acting career after that role. He pivoted instead to software engineering, a field that offered technical depth without the physical or social demands of Hollywood. As an actor, Smith worked in film production. Born under Taurus, Smith's practical relocation away from entertainment aligns with the sign's reputation for resourcefulness and self-reliance. His life-path number 8 suggests a natural orientation toward systems, strategy, and independence—fitting for someone who engineered a quieter, more autonomous professional life.
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Trivia
- Smith's stature—3 ft 1 in—stems from Morquio syndrome, a rare enzymatic disorder.
- Simon Birch was Smith's sole leading film role.
- Smith transitioned from acting to software engineering.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Ian Michael Smith 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
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian MayPig · 1947
- Caleb HearonPig · 1995
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Nicola PeltzPig · 1995
CHALLENGING
- Patrick MöllekenRooster · 1993
- Ewa Farna
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Frequently asked
- How old is Ian Michael Smith?
- Ian Michael Smith is 39 years old (born May 5, 1987).
- When is Ian Michael Smith's birthday?
- Ian Michael Smith was born on May 5, 1987.
- What is Ian Michael Smith's zodiac sign?
- Ian Michael Smith is a Taurus, born May 5, 1987.
- What is Ian Michael Smith's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Ian Michael Smith was born in 1987, the year of the Fire Rabbit.
- Where is Ian Michael Smith from?
- Ian Michael Smith is from United States.
- What does Ian Michael Smith do?
- Ian Michael Smith is a actor.
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