Early Life and Education of Jennifer Connelly: A Complete Timeline
How education and upbringing influenced the life of Jennifer Connelly. A timeline of key moments.
Jennifer Connelly is an American actress who started as a child model and transitioned to acting with her debut in the 1984 film *Once Upon a Time in America*. She gained recognition through roles in films like *Phenomena*, *Labyrinth*, *The Hot Spot*, *Career Opportunities*, and *The Rocketeer*. Connelly received critical acclaim for her performance in the science fiction film *Dark City* and her portrayal of a drug addict in *Requiem for a Dream*.
1942: Birth of Ilene Carol Schumann
In 1942, Ilene Carol Schumann, Jennifer Connelly's mother, was born.
December 12, 1970: Jennifer Connelly's Birth
Jennifer Lynn Connelly was born on December 12, 1970, in Round Top, New York.
1976: Family Moved to Woodstock
In 1976, the Connelly family moved to Woodstock to escape city smog due to Gerard's asthma.
1988: Graduation and Enrollment at Yale University
In 1988, Jennifer Connelly graduated from high school and went to Yale University to study English literature.
2000: Divorce of Ilene and Gerard
In 2000, Ilene and Gerard Connelly divorced.
2005: Amnesty International Ambassador
In 2005, Jennifer Connelly was named Amnesty International Ambassador for Human Rights Education.
2008: Death of Gerard Connelly
In 2008, Gerard Connelly, Jennifer Connelly's father, passed away.
2013: Death of Ilene Carol Schumann
In 2013, Ilene Carol Schumann, Jennifer Connelly's mother, passed away.
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