Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt
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Overview

William Bradley Pitt, known professionally as Brad Pitt, is a renowned American actor and film producer. With a career spanning over three decades, Pitt has established himself as one of the most influential and versatile actors in Hollywood, garnering numerous accolades including two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award.
Main Milestones
Birth
December 18, 1963
Brad Pitt was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, marking the beginning of a life that would eventually lead him to become a global celebrity.
Early Acting Career
1987
Pitt began his acting career by appearing as a guest on various television programs, including roles in the TV series 'Dallas,' '21 Jump Street,' and the film 'No Way Out.' This period marked his initial steps into the entertainment industry.
Breakthrough Role in Thelma & Louise
1991
Pitt gained significant recognition for his role as a cowboy hitchhiker in Ridley Scott's road film 'Thelma & Louise,' a performance that cemented his status as a rising star.
Critical Acclaim and Golden Globe Win
1994-1995
Pitt's performances in 'Interview with the Vampire' and 'Legends of the Fall' further solidified his acting credentials. His portrayal of Jeffrey Goines in '12 Monkeys' (1995) earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor and an Academy Award nomination.
Fight Club and Rise to Prominence
1999
Pitt starred in David Fincher's 'Fight Club,' a role that, despite initial commercial disappointment, has since become a cult classic. This period marked his transition into more complex and diverse roles.
Founding of Plan B Entertainment and Ocean's Eleven
2001
Pitt co-founded the production company Plan B Entertainment and starred in Steven Soderbergh's 'Ocean's Eleven,' a film that marked the beginning of a highly successful heist film series and further established his commercial appeal.
Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Personal Life Changes
2005
Pitt starred alongside Angelina Jolie in the action comedy 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith,' a film that also marked the beginning of their romantic relationship. This period saw significant changes in his personal life, including his divorce from Jennifer Aniston and his subsequent relationship with Jolie.
Critical Acclaim for The Tree of Life and Moneyball
2011
Pitt earned critical acclaim for his roles in Terrence Malick's 'The Tree of Life' and the biopic sports drama 'Moneyball,' both of which were nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture. His performance in 'Moneyball' also garnered him a Best Actor nomination.
World War Z and 12 Years a Slave
2013
Pitt starred in the apocalyptic thriller 'World War Z,' which became his highest-grossing film to date. He also produced '12 Years a Slave,' which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, marking a significant milestone in his career as a producer.
Academy Award for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
2019
Pitt won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as a stunt double in Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,' adding another prestigious award to his collection.