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Cynthia NixonActress
Date of Birth: 09.04.1966
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Cynthia Nixon
Childhood and YouthCynthia Nixon, an actress in theater and film, gained global fame in the early 2000s. She became renowned for her role as the feminist and talented lawyer Miranda in the cult TV series "Sex and the City." Cynthia was born into a creative family in New York. Her mother, Anna Noll, was a well-known actress in theater and film, while her father, Walter Nixon, made a name for himself in radio journalism. From a young age, Cynthia was prepared for an acting career, participating in theater groups and acting studios. Her parents divorced, and her mother took a more serious approach to Cynthia's artistic development. Anna Noll, an extraordinary individual who reacted calmly and with a smile to all life events, even informed Cynthia about her own oncology as if it were something ordinary. Anna Noll managed to beat cancer twice. This ease of perception of the surrounding world was passed on to her daughter. Cynthia made her debut in front of the public at the age of 12, appearing in a play alongside her mother. Later on, the budding actress was trusted with playing characters in Broadway musicals. Her talent won over audiences and critics, and by the age of 18, she was already being called the "Broadway prodigy." As a teenager, Cynthia Nixon managed to balance her involvement in acting groups and performing on stage with her studies at school. She excelled in her academic studies and successfully completed her bachelor's degree at a liberal arts college in Manhattan.
Film Career
Cynthia Nixon's film career began at the age of 14 when she made her debut in the movie "Little Darlings." After that, directors showered the young actress with offers, and in 1981, she appeared in three films. The thriller "Prince of the City" brought her first recognition. In the 1980s, the young artist appeared in films such as "Amadeus," "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn," "The Manhattan Project," and many others. The following decade was equally eventful. In 1993, Nixon had the opportunity to join the cast of the film "Addams Family Values," directed by Barry Sonnenfeld. Although she had a small role, she considered it a great success to be part of Charles Addams' comic adaptations. Cynthia transformed into a hospice director in the drama film "Marvin's Room," acted alongside Julia Roberts and Denzel Washington in "The Pelican Brief," and got to know Steve Martin and Goldie Hawn while working on the comedy film "The Out-of-Towners." In the new millennium, Cynthia Nixon took on more serious roles, which critics consider the most significant in her filmography. She portrayed Eleanor Roosevelt in the film "Warm Springs" (2005) and played one of the main characters in David Ross's drama "Nanny Diaries" (2007). In 2012, she appeared as herself in the film "Imogene," which tells the story of a young American writer going through a difficult breakup.
In 2016, Cynthia Nixon was invited to play the lead role in the biographical film "A Quiet Passion." She portrayed the reclusive poet Emily Dickinson, whose talent was recognized only after her death. Alongside Cynthia, the film features actors Jennifer Ehle, Duncan Duff, and Emma Bell.
Television Career
Cynthia Nixon has achieved impressive success in television, appearing in numerous TV series. She gained audience love after the release of the miniseries "R" in 1993. She also made a guest appearance in the popular series "House" as a renowned doctor. Her role in the series "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" earned Cynthia her first Emmy Award.
However, her most prominent television role was as the character Miranda Hobbes, a feminist and one of the four close friends in the series "Sex and the City." Cynthia spent six years of her life filming this iconic show, gaining a legion of fans worldwide and earning several personal awards, including her second Emmy Award.
Interestingly, Cynthia almost missed out on this project. She was introduced to the casting by her longtime friend Sarah Jessica Parker, who was cast in the lead role in the series. Cynthia's audition consisted of a short monologue, which was enough to secure her the role. She played the cynical lawyer Miranda, who, like her friends, tries to understand what constitutes female happiness and how to navigate relationships with men.
After the series, the quartet of actresses, including Nixon, Parker, Kristin Davis, and Kim Cattrall, reunited in the feature films "Sex and the City" and "Sex and the City 2." Cynthia Nixon believes that the success of the project lies in the presentation of a rich variety of female archetypes, stating, "We show different women with different life choices. This is feminism in the best sense of the word: you have the right to work, and you have the right not to work; you have the right to be married, and you have the right not to be – the choice is yours."
Personal Life
Cynthia Nixon lived with her partner, English professor Danny Mozes, for 15 years. The couple had two children together – a daughter named Samantha and a son named Charles. In 2003, they decided to separate, and 12 months later, Cynthia surprised her fans with the news that she was dating activist and member of the education movement, Christine Marinoni.
According to rumors, Cynthia met Christine during a protest against budget cuts in education. They found themselves in the same jail cell. The couple lived together for five years before announcing their engagement. In 2012, they got married and had a one-year-old son named Max, who took the double surname Nixon-Marinoni. Cynthia gave birth to their child with the help of IVF.
Cynthia Nixon successfully battled breast cancer and became an advocate for women with cancer. As part of her advocacy work, she created several documentary programs that aired on the NBC network.
Current Endeavors
Cynthia Nixon continues to act in films. In 2017, she starred in three movies, including "The Only Living Boy in New York" alongside Callum Turner, Pierce Brosnan, and Jeff Bridges.
In winter 2018, the film "This Changes Everything" featuring Cynthia Nixon was released in the United States. The film consists of six short films depicting instances of workplace sexual harassment. The movie is based on real events.
Nixon has also ventured into politics to diversify her acting career. In March, she announced on Twitter and Instagram that she is ready to run for the position of Governor of New York. Her friends Kristin Davis and Sarah Jessica Parker showed their support for her in social media.
Filmography
1980 – "Little Darlings"
1981 – "Prince of the City"
1984 – "Amadeus"
1986 – "The Manhattan Project"
1993 – "Addams Family Values"
1993 – "The Pelican Brief"
1996 – "Marvin's Room"
1998-2004 – TV series "Sex and the City"
1999 – "The Out-of-Towners"
2005 – "Warm Springs"
2007 – "The Nanny Diaries"
2008-2010 – "Sex and the City"
2011 – "Bastion"
2016 – "A Quiet Passion"
2017 – "The Only Living Boy in New York"
2018 – "This Changes Everything"
