Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 17/12/1974 |
| Age | 51 years |
| Birthplace | Tampa, Florida, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Latest News about Sarah Paulson
12/09/2026
Paulson appeared at the Toronto International Film Festival to promote Closing Night, a film in which she takes a lead role. She spoke publicly about the performance and about her experience of being overlooked by the film industry.
05/05/2026
Paulson drew widespread attention at the 2026 Met Gala in New York, where she wore a dollar-bill blindfold as a statement against the 'one percent.' The look sparked online debate, with some critics pointing to the hypocrisy of attending the $100K-per-ticket event.
02/12/2025
Sarah Paulson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in December 2025, marking a major career honor recognizing her work across television and film. Coverage of the ceremony highlighted the award as a milestone in her long-running career.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Sarah Catharine Paulson |
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| Nickname | Sarah |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 168 cm |
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| Weight | 55 kg |
| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Blonde (Dyed) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, Manhattan, New York City |
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| College/University | American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Manhattan, New York City |
| Educational Qualification | Degree in Acting |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Sagittarius |
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| Religion | Not Known |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Reading Books and Novels, Listening to Music |
Relationships & More
| Sexual Orientation | Bisexual |
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| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Douglas Lyle Paulson II |
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| Mother | Catharine Gordon |
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Career
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| Directorial Work | Directed the 78-minute crossover episode Return to Murder House for American Horror Story |
Favourites
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| Favorite Playwright | Tracy Letts |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sarah Paulson smokes and drinks alcohol. | |
| 2. Paulson is of Danish, English, German, and French descent. | |
| 3. She lived in South Tampa, Florida until she was 5 when her parents divorced. | |
| 4. Paulson began her acting career right after high school. | |
| 5. Her portrayal of Harriet Hayes in ‘Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip’ is her most notable role. | |
| 6. At the age of 25, Paulson was diagnosed with melanoma on her back. | |
| 7. Between 2013 and 2016, she received Emmy and Critics' Choice Television Awards nominations. | |
| 8. In 2016, she won several awards for her role as Marcia Clark in 'American Crime Story.' | |
| 9. TIME Magazine recognized Paulson as one of the most influential people in 2017. | |
| 10. She has collaborated extensively with showrunner Ryan Murphy across multiple anthology series including American Horror Story and American Crime Story. | |
| 11. She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. |
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