Anne McAdams
Canadian actress (born 1978)
1978 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
Canadian actress (born 1978)
Born
November 17, 1978
Age
~48 years
Name Origin
French
Timeline
actor, stage actor, environmentalist
CanadaBorn in London
1978
Born in London (1978-11-17)
2005
AwardMTV Movie Award for Best Kiss
2005
AwardMTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance
2005
AwardMTV Movie Award for Best On-Screen Duo
2014
AwardCanada's Walk of Fame
2016
AwardScreen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
About
Rachel Anne McAdams is a Canadian actress. A graduate of York University in 2001 with a BFA in theatre, she is known for her starring roles in comedy and drama films as well as her work in television and theater. Her accolades include nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Tony Award. In 2026, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. As a leading actress, her films have grossed over $3.4 billion worldwide.
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Who is Anne McAdams?+
Rachel Anne McAdams is a Canadian actress. A graduate of York University in 2001 with a BFA in theatre, she is known for her starring roles in comedy and drama films as well as her work in television and theater. Her accolades include nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a
What does the name Anne mean?+
The name Anne means "A female given name from French.. Etymology: Medieval Danish variant of Anna.". It is of French origin.
When was Anne McAdams born?+
Anne McAdams was born on November 17, 1978.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French.. Etymology: Medieval Danish variant of Anna.
The name Anne is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from French.. Etymology: Medieval Danish variant of Anna.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Anne — November 17, 1978
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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Guestbook
The audition tape... I knew in the first ten seconds.
— a casting director
Wrote a character thinking of you. The role found its way back.
— a screenwriter
Legend.
— anon
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