Djimon Hounsou
Beninese actor
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Summary
Djimon Hounsou was born on April 24, 1964[1], in Cotonou[2]. He has worked as an actor[3], television actor[4], model[5], film actor[6], and voice actor[7]. He ranks in the top 0.25% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (43,376 views/month, #2,509 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Benin[9]
- Native language: English[10]
- Occupation: film producer[11], dancer[12], film director[13], screenwriter[14]
- Award received: Great Immigrants Award[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Commons category: Djimon Hounsou[17]
- Family name: Hounsou[18]
- Given name: Djimon[19]
- Described by source: Dictionary of African Biography[20]
- Nominated for: Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22], French[23]
- Name in native language: Djimon Hounsou[24]
- Start of work period: 1986[25]
Why It Matters
Djimon Hounsou has Wikipedia articles in 30 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[26] He is known by 58 alternative names across languages and contexts.[27]
FAQs
Where was Djimon Hounsou born?
Djimon Hounsou's place of birth was Cotonou[2].
What did Djimon Hounsou do for work?
Djimon Hounsou worked as an actor[3], television actor[4], model[5], film actor[6], and voice actor[7].
What awards did Djimon Hounsou receive?
Honors received include Great Immigrants Award[15].