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Linda Hamilton was born on September 26, 1956 in Salisbury, Maryland, United States. Linda Hamilton is a voice actor, television actor and film actor. That works out to 70 years old in 2026. Schooling on record includes McCluer High School and Washington College. Listed accolades include Romy.
My Take
Linda Hamilton changed what a female action lead could be, and I do not say that lightly. The transformation between The Terminator and Terminator 2, from frightened waitress to hardened warrior, was a physical and psychological rebuild that predated today's celebrated method transformations by decades. Sarah Connor became the blueprint for every tough heroine that followed, and Hamilton pulled it off without losing the character's wounded humanity. Then she returned for Dark Fate in her sixties, grizzled and utterly convincing, refusing the industry's habit of retiring women early. To me she is that rare actor whose single iconic role doubles as a genuine cultural milestone.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Linda Hamilton
- Name (Japanese)
- リンダ・ハミルトン
- Reading
- りんだ・はみるとん
- Born
- September 26, 1956 (age 70)
- Origin
- Salisbury, Maryland, United States
- Occupation
- actor / voice actor / television actor / film actor
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Libra / Monkey
2. Background
- High school
- McCluer High School
- University
- Washington College
Awards & achievements
- Romy
3. Works & records
Filmography / notable works
| Category | Title |
|---|---|
| Notable work | The Terminator |
| Notable work | Terminator 2: Judgment Day |
| Notable work | Children of the Corn |
4. Links
5. About this entry
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- Last updated
Only publicly available facts are listed; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. Base data was compiled from Wikidata from June 2026 onward; ages are recalculated daily and deaths are checked against Wikidata on an ongoing basis. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Linda Hamilton born?
Linda Hamilton was born on September 26, 1956 and is 70 years old.
Where is Linda Hamilton from?
Linda Hamilton is from Salisbury, Maryland, United States.
What does Linda Hamilton do?
Linda Hamilton works as actor, voice actor, television actor, film actor.
Where did Linda Hamilton study?
Linda Hamilton attended Washington College.
What is Linda Hamilton known for?
Linda Hamilton's notable works include The Terminator, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Children of the Corn.
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