Date of Birth: May 11, 1952
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Shohreh Aghdashloo, born Shohreh Vaziri-Tabar, is an Iranian-American actress known for her deep, distinctive voice and powerful performances in film and television. She was born in Tehran, Iran, and began her acting career in the theater. Aghdashloo gained prominence in Iran with several films before emigrating to the United States in the late 1970s during the Iranian Revolution. Her first Hollywood role was in the 1989 film “Guests of Hotel Astoria.” However, it was her performance in the 2003 film “House of Sand and Fog” that earned her international acclaim, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Aghdashloo has since appeared in numerous films and television series, including “The Expanse,” “24,” and “House of Saddam,” for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award. Aghdashloo is not only recognized for her acting talent but also for her advocacy work, particularly in support of Iranian women and human rights. She continues to be a prominent figure in both Hollywood and the global community.
5 Interesting Facts about Shohreh Aghdashloo
1. Shohreh Aghdashloo made history as the first Iranian woman to be nominated for an Academy Award.
2. She has lent her voice to numerous video games, including “Mass Effect” and “Destiny.”
3. Aghdashloo won a Primetime Emmy for her role as Sajida Talfah in the miniseries “House of Saddam.”
4. Before becoming an actress, Aghdashloo studied international relations at Brunel University in England.
5. She is fluent in Persian, English, and French.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Shohreh Aghdashloo
1. “I have always believed that an artist should be a voice for the voiceless.”
2. “Acting is my passion, but advocating for human rights is my duty.”
3. “I believe in the power of storytelling to change the world.”
4. “Women in Iran are like prisoners of war in their own country.”
5. “Every role I take on is a new journey, a new challenge, and a new opportunity to learn.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$10 million
Children
Shohreh Aghdashloo has one child, a daughter named Tara Touzie, born in 1989, with her husband, actor and playwright Houshang Touzie.
Relevant Links
1. [Shohreh Aghdashloo – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0013037/
2. [Shohreh Aghdashloo – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shohreh_Aghdashloo
3. [Shohreh Aghdashloo on Twitter](https://twitter.com/SAghdashloo
