★ HOW OLD IS MALIN AKERMAN?
Malin Akerman is 48 years old, born May 12, 1978 in SE · Taurus.
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About
Malin Akerman pivoted from alternative-rock frontwoman to A-list comedy and superhero staple. Born in Sweden in 1978, the Swedish-American actress broke through with HBO's mockumentary *The Comeback* (2005), then headlined romantic comedies *The Heartbreak Kid* (2007) and *27 Dresses* (2008). Her role as Silk Spectre II in *Watchmen* (2009) earned a Saturn Award nomination. A Taurus with Life Path 33, she balances high-concept ensemble dramas (*Billions*, *The Hunting Wives*) with character-driven indie films.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Malin Maria Åkerman was born 12 May 1978 in Sweden. She emerged as a Swedish-American actress after early supporting roles in *The Utopian Society* (2003) and *Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle* (2004). Her breakthrough came on HBO's *The Comeback* (2005), a mockumentary that positioned her as a rising ensemble player. She then co-starred in two commercially successful romantic comedies: *The Heartbreak Kid* (2007) and *27 Dresses* (2008), establishing herself in mainstream comedy.
Akerman gained wider recognition for playing Silk Spectre II in the 2009 superhero adaptation *Watchmen*, a performance that earned her a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She followed this with supporting roles in box-office hits *The Proposal* (2009), *Couples Retreat* (2009), and *Rampage* (2018). Her comedic horror film *The Final Girls* (2015) received a Fangoria Chainsaw Award nomination, while her dramatic work in *I'll See You in My Dreams* (2015) and *To the Stars* (2019) showcased critical range. On television, she earned praise for her lead role on ABC's *Trophy Wife* (2013–2014), and maintained ensemble presence in *Childrens Hospital* (2010–2016), *Billions* (2016–2019), and Netflix's *The Hunting Wives* from 2025 onward.
Early in her career, Akerman was lead vocalist for the alternative rock band the Petalstones, which released a debut album in 2005 before she left to focus on acting. She has been married twice: to drummer Roberto Zincone from 2007 to 2014, with whom she has a son, and to English actor Jack Donnelly since 2018. She hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmö alongside Petra Mede. As a Taurus born under Life Path 33, she embodies the sign's blend of grounded work ethic and sensual charm across comedy, drama, and music.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Akerman appeared in smaller Canadian and American productions in the early 2000s, including *The Utopian Society* (2003) and *Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle* (2004), before her main-role breakthrough on HBO's *The Comeback*. She simultaneously worked as a musician, serving as lead vocalist for alternative rock band the Petalstones, which released a debut studio album in 2005.
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Trivia
- She was formerly the lead singer of alternative rock band the Petalstones, which released a debut album in 2005 before she exited to prioritize acting.
- Akerman received a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Silk Spectre II in *Watchmen* (2009).
- She hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmö alongside Petra Mede.
- She was married to her *Petalstones* bandmate, drummer Roberto Zincone, from 2007 to 2014; they have a son together.
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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.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 33 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- AlexandraTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Rae Lil BlackRat · 1996
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Malin Akerman?
- Malin Akerman is 48 years old (born May 12, 1978).
- When is Malin Akerman's birthday?
- Malin Akerman was born on May 12, 1978.
- What is Malin Akerman's zodiac sign?
- Malin Akerman is a Taurus, born May 12, 1978.
- What is Malin Akerman's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Malin Akerman was born in 1978, the year of the Earth Horse.
- Where is Malin Akerman from?
- Malin Akerman is from SE.
- What does Malin Akerman do?
- Malin Akerman is a actor.
- Is Malin Akerman still alive?
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