How old was Claire Danes in Romeo + Juliet?

Age is one of those behind-the-scenes facts that fans love to uncover. Knowing that can offer insight into their career stage and personal growth. We’re about to uncover that piece of the puzzle.

At the moment the movie Romeo + Juliet was being made, Claire Danes was:

16 years old

That number reflects the celebrity’s real age when the movie was made.

The age shown reflects the celebrity’s age as of the start of the release year of Romeo + Juliet:

January 1, 1996

And the birth date of Claire Danes:

April 12, 1979

Considering the usual time period between filming and release, Claire Danes may have been one year younger or older than the stated age during parts of the shoot.