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Charlize Theron - South African and American actress

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Early Life and Career Beginnings (South Africa & Modeling)

This timeline focuses on Charlize Theron's formative years in South Africa, her transition to modeling, and her initial steps towards acting.
Born in Benoni, South Africa
August 7, 1975
Charlize Theron was born in Benoni, Transvaal (now Gauteng), South Africa. She grew up on her family's farm near Johannesburg.
Tragic Incident and Self-Defense
1989
At the age of 15, Theron witnessed her mother fatally shoot her abusive alcoholic father in self-defense. No charges were filed against her mother.
Ballet Training
Late 1980s - Early 1990s
Charlize received ballet training as a child and aspired to become a professional dancer. She attended the National School of the Arts in Johannesburg.
Wins Local Modeling Contest
1991
At 16, Theron won a local modeling competition and subsequently participated in the International New Model Today competition in Italy.
Modeling in Europe
1990s (Early)
After winning the modeling competition, Theron spent a year modeling throughout Europe, working mainly in Milan.
Moves to Los Angeles
1994
At the age of 19, Theron moved to Los Angeles, initially to pursue a career as a dancer after winning a ticket to Los Angeles. However, a knee injury ended her dance aspirations.

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