Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Writer
Birthday
(Thursday)
Birthplace
Illinois, United States
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Kevin Lima (1982)
Children
1 child: Emma Rose Lima
Residences
Tamalpais Valley
Education
California Institute of the Arts, Lincoln College
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Old Norse < Proto-Germanic (*brandaz)
Popularity
Tier C -- 5,742 Wikipedia views/month
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Brenda Chapman is known for writing.
Born in Illinois (age 63).
2 awards including Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Brenda Chapman has 4 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (4)
AWARDS (3)
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Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
2013
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Academy Awards
Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
2013
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Annie Award
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Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Brenda Chapman is an American animator and film director. In 1998, she became the first woman to direct an animated feature from a major studio, DreamWorks Animation's The Prince of Egypt.
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How old is Brenda Chapman?
Brenda Chapman is 63 years old, born on .
Where was Brenda Chapman born?
Brenda Chapman was born in Illinois.
What movies or shows has Brenda Chapman been in?
Brenda Chapman has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include Strange Magic (2015), Brave (2012), Up (2009), The Prince of Egypt (1998).
What is Brenda Chapman known for?
Brenda Chapman is primarily known as a writer. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Brenda Chapman is an American animator and film director. In 1998, she became the first woman to direct an animated…
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