Julia Whelan, 1984
Actors · May 8, 1984
Julia Whelan
★ HOW OLD IS JULIA WHELAN?
Julia Whelan is 42 years old, born May 8, 1984 in United States · Taurus.
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About
Julia Whelan pivoted from child acting to become one of audiobook narration's most prolific voices, with over 600 titles to her name. Born May 8, 1984, in the US, she first gained recognition as Grace Manning on the family drama Once and Again (1999–2002). After graduating magna cum laude from Middlebury College in 2008, Whelan stepped away from film to build a narration career in the 2010s, while also publishing her debut novel My Oxford Year in 2018. Taurus persistence runs deep—she's built two creative careers from the ground up.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Julia Whelan is an American actress, narrator, and author born May 8, 1984. She rose to prominence as a child actor, first appearing on screen at age 11 and securing her most recognizable role as Grace Manning on the television family drama Once and Again (1999–2002). She also co-starred in the 2002 Lifetime movie The Secret Life of Zoey. Whelan pursued higher education at Middlebury College, graduating magna cum laude in 2008 and spending the 2006–2007 academic year as a visiting student at Lincoln College, Oxford. In November 2008, she returned to film acting with a role in the fantasy thriller Fading of the Cries. However, during the 2010s, Whelan made a deliberate career shift, stepping away from acting to focus on audiobook narration—a move that has defined her professional life since. As of August 2025, she has narrated over 600 audiobooks, establishing herself as one of the industry's most prolific voices. Beyond narration, Whelan is also an author; she published her debut novel My Oxford Year in 2018. As a Taurus, her methodical approach to craft—mastering both the spoken and written word—reflects the sign's reputation for dedication and depth. Actors often balance multiple creative disciplines across their lifespans; Whelan's trajectory from screen to page to voice exemplifies this versatility.
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Before Fame
Julia Whelan first appeared on screen at age 11 and took on television roles continuously until entering Middlebury College in 2004. She spent her formative years building a child acting resume before pursuing higher education, graduating magna cum laude from Middlebury in 2008 after a year as a visiting student at Lincoln College, Oxford. This early-career foundation in front of the camera positioned her for the pivot that would later define her professional identity.
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Trivia
- Whelan appeared on the family drama Once and Again during its entire run (1999–2002), a significant role for a child actor navigating Hollywood.
- She studied at Lincoln College, Oxford during the 2006–2007 academic year as a visiting student while completing her degree at Middlebury College.
- As of August 2025, Whelan has narrated over 600 audiobooks, making her one of the most prolific audiobook narrators in the industry.
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Numerology
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The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Julia Whelan 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
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
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Frequently asked
- How old is Julia Whelan?
- Julia Whelan is 42 years old (born May 8, 1984).
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- Julia Whelan was born on May 8, 1984.
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- Julia Whelan is a Taurus, born May 8, 1984.
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- Julia Whelan was born in 1984, the year of the Wood Rat.
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- Julia Whelan is from United States.
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- Julia Whelan is a actor.
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