Ellen Barkin Biography
Ellen Barkin is an accomplished American Producer and Actress who was born and brought up in New York City, United States of America. She got enormous attention, and she rose to prominence after her role in the comedy-drama film ‘Diner’.
10 Quick Facts About Ellen Barkin
Here is a list of 10 facts about Barkin
- Name: Ellen Rona Barkin
- Age: [calculate_years datestring=”4/16/1954″] Years Old
- Birthday: April 16
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches (1.7 m)
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Producer, Actress
- Marital Status: Divorced
- Salary: Not Available
- Net worth: $80 million
Ellen Barkin Age
Barkin is [calculate_years datestring=”4/16/1954″] years old, she was born Ellen Rona Barkin on April 16, 1954, in New York City, United States of America. She celebrates her birthday on April 16 every year, and her birth sign is Aries.
Ellen Barkin Height
Ellen Barkin stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.7 m).
Ellen Barkin Weight
Barkin weighed 64 kg (128 Ibs). Known for her beautiful smile and charming personality, Ellen has hazel eyes, and her hair color is blonde. Her gorgeous eye color is one of her most striking features.
Early Life and Education
Barkin was born on April 16, 1954, in the Bronx, New York, the daughter of Evelyn (née Rozin), a hospital administrator who worked at Jamaica Hospital, and Sol Barkin, a chemical salesman. Her family is Jewish; they migrated from Siberia and the Ukrainian–Polish border. Barkin lived in Flushing, New York, and went to Parsons Junior High School. She obtained her high school diploma from Manhattan’s High School of Performing Arts.
She then went to Hunter College and double majored in history and drama. At one point, Barkin wanted to teach ancient history. She continued her acting education at New York City’s Actors Studio. According to Time, she learned acting for 10 years before landing her first audition.
Rise to Fame and Breakthrough Moment
Barkin’s breakthrough role was in the 1982 film Diner, and in the following years, she had starring roles in films such as Tender Mercies (1983), Eddie and the Cruisers (1983)
Major Achievements and Contributions
- 1988Sant Jordi-Best Foreign Actress (Mejor Actriz Extranjera): winner.
- 1989ACE-Actress in a Movie or Miniseries: nominated.
- 1990CFCA Award-Best Actress: nominated.
- 1990CFCA Award-Best Supporting Actress: nominated.
- 1990Jupiter Award-Best International Actress: nominated.
Personal Life
Ellen Barkin Family, Parents
Ellen is the daughter of Evelyn Barkin (mother) and Sol Barkin (father). Evelyn worked as a hospital administrator at Jamaica Hospital while Sol Barkin worked as a chemical salesman.
Ellen Barkin Siblings
Barkin has a brother, George, who was formerly the editor-in-chief of National Lampoon and High Times. Her family was Jewish emigrants from Siberia and the Belarusian-Polish border.
Ellen Barkin Husband
Ellen first married Gabriel Byrne, an actor, in 1993. They separated and got divorced in 1999 (but they are still close). In 2002, Ellen got married to multi-billionaire Ronald Perelman, but their marriage ended in a messy divorce in 2006.
Ellen Barkin Children
Barkin and her former spouse, Gabriel Byrne are both proud parents of two adorable grown-up children, a son, Jack Daniels who wa born in 1989, and a daughter named Romy Marion who was born in 1992.
Ellen Barkin Net Worth
Ellen Barkin’s net worth is estimated at 80 million dollars. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Producer and Actress. Through her various sources of income, Ellen has been able to accumulate considerable wealth, but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Ellen Barkin
Here are some interesting facts you should know about Barkin.
Ellen Barkin Bio.
- Full Names: Ellen Rona Barkin.
- Popular As: Ellen Barkin.
- Gender: Female.
- Occupation / Profession: Producer and Actress.
- Nationality: American.
- Race / Ethnicity: White.
- Religion: Christian.
- Sexual Orientation: Straight.
Birthday
- Age / How Old?: [calculate_years datestring=”4/16/1954″] Years Old.
- Zodiac Sign: Aries.
- Date of Birth: April 16, 1954.
- Place of Birth: New York City.
- Birthday: April 16th.
Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: 37-26-37 or 94 – 66 – 94 cm.
- Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 7 inches (1.7 m).
- Weight: 64 kg (128 Lbs).
- Eye Color: Hazel.
- Hair Color: Blonde.
- Shoe Size: 10 US.
- Dress Size: Pending Update.
- Breast Size: 34C.
- Waist Size: 26 inches.
- Hip Size: 37 inches.
Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Sol Barkin.
- Mother: Evelyn Barkin.
- Siblings (Brother): George.
- Marital Status: Divorced.
- Husband/Spouse: Was Married to Ronald Perelman.
- Dating / Boyfriend: Not Applicable.
- Children: Jack Daniels and Romy Marion.
Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $80 million.
- Salary: Not Available.
- Source of Income: Actress, Producer.
Animal Kingdom
Barkin portrayed the leading role of Janine “Smurf” Cody on the TNT drama series Animal Kingdom from 2016 until 2019. Animal Kingdom is an American drama television series developed by Jonathan Lisco. It is based on the 2010 Australian film of the same name by David Michôd, who is executive producer for the series, together with Liz Watts, who also produced the movie. Barkin represented the leading role of Janine “Smurf” Cody in the first four seasons, played by Jacki Weaver in the 2010 film.
Switch
Barkin portrayed Amanda Brooks. The Switch is a 1991 American fantasy comedy film written and directed by Blake Edwards. Based on George Axelrod’s 1959 play Goodbye Charlie (and the 1964 film of the same title), the movie stars Barkin, Jimmy Smits, JoBeth Williams, and Lorraine Bracco.
Diner
Barkin starred as Beth Schreiber. The Diner is a 1982 American bromantic comedy movie written and directed by Barry Levinson. It is Levinson’s screen-directing debut, and the first of his “Baltimore Films” tetralogy, set in his hometown during the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s; the other movies in the tetralogy are Tin Men (1987), Avalon (1990), and Liberty Heights (1999). It stars Steve Guttenberg, Daniel Stern, Mickey Rourke, Paul Reiser, Kevin Bacon, Timothy Daly, and Barkin and was released on March 5, 1982.
Ellen Barkin Sam Levinson
Sam Levinson dated Barkin from 2008 until 2011. Levinson is married to Ashley Lent Levinson and together they have a son. Levinson has discussed his struggles with drugs as a teenager and young adult.