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James McAvoy

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Actor

James McAvoy

Scottish actor (born 1979)

James McAvoy is 47 years old, born on April 21, 1979 in Glasgow.

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Born
April 21, 1979, Glasgow
Age
47
Zodiac sign
Taurus
Country
United Kingdom
Known as
Actor

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  • James McAvoy was born on a Saturday.
  • James McAvoy has been alive for about 17,365 days.
  • Their 20,000-day milestone falls on January 22, 2034.
  • Their next birthday, turning 48, is on a Wednesday.
  • Next milestone: James McAvoy turns 50 on April 21, 2029, in 2 years and 5 months. More milestone birthdays
  • James McAvoy is younger than 3,667 and older than 3,179 of the living celebrities on CFOTD.
  • Half birthday: October 21. Birthstone: Diamond.
  • James McAvoy belongs to Gen X.

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How old is James McAvoy?

James McAvoy is 47 years old, born on April 21, 1979 in Glasgow.

What is James McAvoy’s zodiac sign?

Taurus, born April 21.