Anne Hathaway

Anne Jacqueline Hathaway, born on November 12, 1982, is a highly acclaimed American actress with a plethora of prestigious awards under her belt, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. Her remarkable talent has contributed to her films grossing over $6.8 billion worldwide, solidifying her status as one of the industry's leading actresses. Hathaway's prominence was evident as she appeared on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list in 2009 and ranked among the world's highest-paid actresses in 2015.


Hathaway's journey in entertainment began early, with her involvement in several high school plays. She rose to prominence as a teenager through her role in the television series Get Real (1999–2000). However, it was her portrayal of the lead character in the Disney comedy The Princess Diaries (2001) that catapulted her to widespread recognition. Transitioning seamlessly from family-oriented roles, Hathaway demonstrated her versatility by taking on adult roles, notably in the 2005 drama Brokeback Mountain and the acclaimed comedy-drama The Devil Wears Prada (2006), where she portrayed an assistant to a fashion magazine editor, marking a significant commercial success.


Hathaway continued to impress audiences with her performances in various genres, starring in commercially successful films such as the comedy Get Smart (2008), romances like Bride Wars (2009), Valentine's Day (2010), and Love & Other Drugs (2010), and the fantasy epic Alice in Wonderland (2010). Her portrayal of Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises (2012) and Fantine in Les Misérables (2012) further solidified her status as a versatile and highly sought-after actress. Hathaway's remarkable performance in Les Misérables earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.


Throughout her career, Hathaway has continued to showcase her talent across diverse roles, including a scientist in Interstellar (2014), the owner of a fashion website in The Intern (2015), and a con artist in The Hustle (2019). Her contributions extend beyond the screen, as she has won a Primetime Emmy Award for her voice role in the sitcom The Simpsons, engaged in charitable endeavors, and advocated for gender equality as a UN Women goodwill ambassador.


Hathaway is married to actor and businessman Adam Shulman, with whom she shares two sons. Her commitment to her craft, coupled with her philanthropic efforts, solidifies her as not only a talented actress but also a compassionate and influential figure in the entertainment industry.


Anne Jacqueline Hathaway, affectionately known as "Annie," was born on November 12, 1982, in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. Her parents are Gerald Hathaway, a labor attorney, and Kate Hathaway (née McCauley), a former actress. Hathaway's maternal grandfather, Joe McCauley, was a well-known Philadelphia radio personality. She has two brothers, Michael and Thomas. The family relocated to Millburn, New Jersey, when Hathaway was six years old, where she spent her formative years.


Hathaway's interest in acting was sparked at a young age when she watched her mother perform in Les Misérables. Despite her fascination with the stage, her parents initially discouraged her from pursuing acting. However, Hathaway's passion for the craft persisted, and she began appearing in productions at the Paper Mill Playhouse as a child.


Raised in a Roman Catholic household, Hathaway considered becoming a nun during her childhood but ultimately chose to pursue acting. Her perspective on religion shifted at the age of fifteen when she learned that her older brother was gay, leading her family to leave the Catholic Church due to its stance on homosexuality.


Hathaway received her education at Brooklyn Heights Montessori School, Wyoming Elementary School, and Millburn High School, where she actively participated in sports and theater productions. She further honed her acting skills at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and became the first teenager admitted into the Barrow Group Theater Company's acting program.


Despite facing depression and anxiety as a teenager, Hathaway's acting career began to flourish when she was cast in the Fox television series Get Real shortly after her performance at Carnegie Hall. This paved the way for her cinematic debut in The Princess Diaries (2001), for which she missed her first college semester.


Hathaway's talent and versatility quickly garnered attention, with her early performances drawing comparisons to legendary actresses like Judy Garland and Audrey Hepburn. She went on to achieve critical acclaim and commercial success in various roles, solidifying her status as one of Hollywood's most respected actresses.


Throughout her career, Hathaway has remained dedicated to her craft while also advocating for causes close to her heart, including LGBTQ+ rights and gender equality. Her journey from a talented child performer to an award-winning actress is a testament to her resilience, passion, and unwavering determination.


In 2001, Anne Hathaway starred in two Disney films: the comedy "The Princess Diaries" and the adventure drama "The Other Side of Heaven." In "The Princess Diaries," based on Meg Cabot's novel, she portrayed the lead character, Mia Thermopolis, a teenage girl who discovers she is the heir to the throne of the fictional Kingdom of Genovia. Hathaway auditioned for the role during a layover on a flight to New Zealand, where she was headed for another project. Although director Garry Marshall initially considered Liv Tyler for the role, he ultimately cast Hathaway, influenced by his granddaughters' opinion that she had the perfect "princess" hair.


"The Princess Diaries" proved to be a major commercial success, grossing $165 million worldwide. Hathaway's performance garnered praise from critics, with many highlighting her charisma and comedic talent. A BBC critic noted that she "shines in the title role and generates great chemistry," while The New York Times described her as "royalty in the making, a young comic talent with a scramble of features." Hathaway received a nomination for the MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Female Performance for her portrayal of Mia Thermopolis.


In "The Other Side of Heaven," Hathaway starred opposite Christopher Gorham in a film inspired by John H. Groberg's memoir, "In the Eye of the Storm." Despite Hathaway's performance, the film received mostly negative reviews and did not fare well at the box office, marking a contrast to the success of "The Princess Diaries."

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