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Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster is an American actress and filmmaker.

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CHAPTER 01

Life and work

Alicia Christian "Jodie" Foster (born November 19, 1962) is an American actress and filmmaker. Foster started her career as a child actor before establishing herself as a leading actress in film. As a performer, she is known for her versatility. She has received several accolades, including two Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, and the Honorary Palme d'Or.

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CHAPTER 02

A beginning in Los Angeles

Jodie Foster was born in Los Angeles. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

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CHAPTER 03

Learning at Yale University

Jodie Foster studied at Yale University. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.

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THE PLACES BEHIND THE STORY

A life on the map.

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Los Angeles

Jodie Foster was born in Los Angeles. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

Jodie Foster — biographical record ↗︎

Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.

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02 / AREA REFERENCE

Yale University

Jodie Foster studied at Yale University. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.

Jodie Foster — biographical record ↗︎

Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.

Open street map ↗︎

Map reference

IN THE STORY

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