Sririta Jensen Narongdej
A commanding presence in Thai entertainment, she transitioned from the runway to become a beloved and versatile television star.
Born 1981 (age 45)·Thai actress and model·Birthday: October 27·Millennials
Biography
Sririta Jensen Narongdej, often known simply as Rita, entered the public eye through modeling, her striking Eurasian features making her a natural fit for magazine covers and fashion shows. Born in 1981, she leveraged that visibility into a successful acting career, becoming a household name in Thailand's television industry. She didn't just play leads; she embodied them, often portraying strong, complex women in popular prime-time dramas (lakorns). Her performances in series like 'Sawan Biang' and 'Roy Ruk Hak Liam Tawan' cemented her status as a top-tier actress, known for her emotional depth and compelling screen presence. Beyond acting, her high-profile marriage and status as a style icon have kept her firmly in the cultural spotlight for over two decades.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Sririta was born in 1981, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Sririta Was Born
The biggest hits of 1981
#1 Movie
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Best Picture
Chariots of Fire
#1 TV Show
Dallas
Sririta's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1981Born
MTV launches; first Space Shuttle flight; AIDS identified
Gas: $1.31/galHome: $52,300Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Bette Davis Eyes" — Kim CarnesBest Picture: Chariots of Fire
1986Started school
Challenger disaster; Chernobyl nuclear meltdown
Gas: $0.86/galHome: $66,600Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"That's What Friends Are For" — Dionne & FriendsBest Picture: Platoon
1994Became a teenager
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
1997Could drive
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
1999Could vote
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2002Turned 21
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2011Turned 30
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2021Turned 40
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 45 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won the Miss Thailand World title in 1997, launching her career in the public eye.
- Starred as the female lead in the critically and commercially successful drama 'Sawan Biang' (2008).
- Headlined the hit period romance series 'Roy Ruk Hak Liam Tawan' (2013).
- Served as a brand ambassador for major international luxury and cosmetic brands throughout her career.
Did You Know?
She is of Thai and Danish descent.
She holds a bachelor's degree in Communication Arts from Bangkok University.
She is married to actor and singer Matthew Dean, son of famous Thai actor Saranyu Ponkrathok.
She has a younger sister, Sonia, who is also a model and actress.
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