Rosie O’Donnell

Date of Birth: March 21, 1962

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

Rosie O’Donnell is an American comedian, actress, author, and television personality. Born Roseann O’Donnell in Commack, Long Island, New York, she rose to prominence in the late 1980s and 1990s with her stand-up comedy and television appearances. Rosie gained widespread fame as the host of “The Rosie O’Donnell Show,” which ran from 1996 to 2002 and earned her multiple Daytime Emmy Awards. Known for her candid, outspoken personality, Rosie has also had a successful acting career, appearing in films such as “A League of Their Own” (1992) and “Sleepless in Seattle” (1993). Beyond her entertainment career, Rosie is an advocate for numerous social causes, including LGBTQ+ rights, adoption, and children’s health. She is the founder of Rosie’s Theater Kids, an organization that provides free instruction in musical theater to New York City public school students. Over the years, Rosie has become a prominent voice in American media, known for her activism as much as for her humor.

5 Interesting Facts about Rosie O’Donnell

1. Rosie O’Donnell made her breakthrough as a stand-up comedian on the television show “Star Search” in 1984.

2. She has authored several books, including the memoirs “Find Me” (2002) and “Celebrity Detox” (2007).

3. Rosie has been a co-host on “The View” twice, first from 2006-2007 and then again from 2014-2015.

4. She adopted her first child, Parker Jaren O’Donnell, in 1995 and has since adopted several more children.

5. Rosie is a survivor of childhood trauma and has been open about her experiences with sexual abuse and the impact it has had on her life.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Rosie O’Donnell

1. “Anybody who is an artist and wants to be an artist has to be a good person.”

2. “I think life is easier if you’re honest about your feelings, if you’re able to say how you feel.”

3. “The facts of life are very stubborn things.”

4. “I think that love is eternal, no matter what the circumstances.”

5. “I’m never going to be that person who wears a tiara and sash to the supermarket.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At her peak, Rosie O’Donnell’s net worth was estimated to be around $120 million.

Children

Rosie O’Donnell has five children: Parker Jaren O’Donnell, Chelsea Belle O’Donnell, Blake Christopher O’Donnell, Vivienne Rose O’Donnell, and Dakota “Dax” O’Donnell.