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Winona Laura Horowitz[1] (born (1971-10-29)October 29, 1971),[1] known professionally as Winona Ryder, is an American actress. Having come to attention playing quirky characters in the late 1980s,[2] she achieved success with her more dramatic performances in the 1990s. Ryder's many accolades include a Golden Globe, as well as nominations for two Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award, and a Grammy Award.

Key Information

Following her film debut in Lucas (1986), Ryder rose to prominence when she starred in the comedy Beetlejuice (1988). Major parts in Heathers (1989), Edward Scissorhands (1990), Mermaids (1990), and Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) came next. She earned two consecutive Oscar nominations—Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress—for her portrayals of a socialite in The Age of Innocence (1993) and Jo March in Little Women (1994), respectively. Her subsequent work included starring roles in Reality Bites (1994), How to Make an American Quilt (1995), The Crucible (1996), Alien Resurrection (1997), Celebrity (1998), Girl, Interrupted (1999), and Mr. Deeds (2002).

Ryder took a break from acting in the early 2000s, after the significant negative media attention brought by her arrest in 2001 for shoplifting,[3] later returning with smaller appearances in films such as Star Trek (2009), Black Swan (2010), and The Dilemma (2011). She portrayed Lois Wilson in the Hallmark television film When Love Is Not Enough (2010). Since 2016, she has played Joyce Byers on the Netflix series Stranger Things, for which she received her third Golden Globe nomination. She has since starred in the HBO miniseries The Plot Against America (2020) and the comedy horror sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024).

Early life

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Winona Laura Horowitz was born in Winona County, Minnesota,[4] to Cynthia Palmer (née Istas) and Michael D. Horowitz.[5] Ryder's mother is an author, video producer, and editor, and her father was an author, editor, publisher, and antiquarian bookseller.[6][7] He also worked as an archivist for psychologist Timothy Leary (Ryder's godfather).[8] Ryder's father's family is of Ashkenazi Jewish descent and hails from Ukraine,[9][10] Romania and Russia.[11][12][13] Growing up, Ryder visited her paternal grandparents in Brooklyn for the Jewish Holiday of Passover, every year.[14] Her mother has Irish ancestry.[15][16]

Named after Winona, Minnesota, Ryder was given her middle name, Laura, because of her parents' friendship with Laura Huxley, writer Aldous Huxley's wife.[17] Ryder's stage name derives from Mitch Ryder, a soul and rock singer[18] of whom her father was a fan.[19] Her father is an atheist and her mother is a Buddhist.[18] Ryder has a younger brother, Urie (named in honor of the first man in space, Yuri Gagarin), and two older half-siblings from her mother's prior marriage: half-brother Jubal Palmer and half-sister Sunyata Palmer. Ryder's family friends were her godfather Timothy Leary, the Beat Movement poets Allen Ginsberg and Lawrence Ferlinghetti, and the science fiction novelist Philip K. Dick.[17] In 1978, when she was seven years old, she and her family relocated to Rainbow, a commune near Elk, Mendocino County, California, where they lived with seven other families on a 300-acre (120 ha) plot of land. As the remote property had no electricity or television sets, Ryder began to devote her time to reading and became an avid fan of J. D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye.[20]

Ryder and friends, Petaluma Argus-Courier, April 25, 1986

When she was ten, Ryder and her family moved to Petaluma, California. During her first week at Kenilworth Junior High, she was bullied by children who mistook her for an effeminate boy.[17] In 1983, 12-year-old Ryder enrolled at the American Conservatory Theater in nearby San Francisco, where she took her first acting lessons. During the same year, she nearly drowned; the experience caused her to develop aquaphobia.[17] The psychological trauma caused problems later in her life during the underwater scenes in Alien Resurrection (1997), some of which had to be reshot numerous times.[17] Ryder continued to be bullied through high school, when she achieved early film success with Beetlejuice: "I remember thinking, 'Ooh, it's like the number-one movie. This is going to make things great at school.' But it made things worse. They called me a witch."[21]

Ryder has said that her natural hair color is brown, but she was "really blonde as a kid";[22] when she was 11 or 12, she started dyeing her blonde hair blue and purple. At the time of her audition for the 1986 film Lucas, her hair had been dyed black and the filmmakers asked her to keep it.[23]

Career

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1985–1990: Early roles and breakthrough

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Winona was so smart. She was fifteen, she turned sixteen on the movie. She was a prodigy. From a very young age, she was an old soul. She really got the words and the imagery. She had watched tons of old movies. She was really sophisticated intellectually. She had the beauty of Veronica. She had the intelligence. She was just the perfect anti-Heather.

Denise Di Novi, producer of Heathers[24]

In 1985, Ryder sent a videotaped audition, where she recited a monologue from the novel Franny and Zooey by J. D. Salinger, to appear in the film Desert Bloom. Although the role went to Annabeth Gish,[17][20] writer/director David Seltzer cast her in his high school drama Lucas (1986), which starred Corey Haim, Charlie Sheen, and Kerri Green. When asked how she wanted her name to appear in the credits, she suggested "Ryder" as her surname because a Mitch Ryder album that belonged to her father was playing in the background.[20] Ryder's next film was Square Dance (1987), where her teenage character creates a bridge between two different worlds—a traditional farm in the middle of nowhere and a large city. She won acclaim for the performance, with the Los Angeles Times calling it "a remarkable debut."[25] Both films were only marginally successful commercially.

After seeing her in Lucas, director Tim Burton cast Ryder in his film Beetlejuice (1988).[26] She starred as a goth teenager whose family moves to a haunted house populated by ghosts played by Geena Davis, Alec Baldwin, and Michael Keaton. The film was a success at the box office, and the film as well as Ryder's performance received mostly positive reviews from critics.[27][28] Also in 1988, she appeared alongside Kiefer Sutherland and Robert Downey Jr. in 1969, a drama about the Vietnam War and the tensions it created in American families.

Ryder next starred in the independent film Heathers (1989). The film, a satirical take on teenage life, featured Ryder and Christian Slater as high school sweethearts who begin killing off popular students. Her agent initially begged her to turn the role down, saying the film would "ruin her career".[17] Critical reaction to the film was largely positive,[29] and Ryder's performance was positively received, with The Washington Post calling Ryder "Hollywood's most impressive ingénue […] Ryder […] makes us love her teen-age murderess, a bright, funny girl with a little Bonnie Parker in her. She is the most likable, best-drawn young adult protagonist since the sexual innocent of Gregory's Girl."[30] Despite its critical success, Heathers was a box-office flop, but has achieved the status of a cult film in following decades.[31] However, soon after the film's release, Ryder had an offer to co-star in the 1990 film The Freshman rescinded because the production team was offended by the film's controversial subject matter.[32] Later that year, she starred in the 1989 biopic Great Balls of Fire!, in which she played the 13-year-old bride (and cousin) of rock'n'roll idol Jerry Lee Lewis. The film was a box-office failure and received mixed reviews from critics.[33] Ryder also appeared in 1989 in the music video for Mojo Nixon's "Debbie Gibson Is Pregnant with My Two-Headed Love Child".[34]

Ryder began the 1990s with three starring roles. In the fantasy film Edward Scissorhands (1990), she reunited with director Tim Burton to play the female lead alongside her then-boyfriend Johnny Depp. The film was a significant box office success, grossing $86 million and receiving much critical devotion.[35][36] Ryder's second role of the year was in the family comedy-drama Mermaids (1990), which co-starred Cher, Bob Hoskins, and Christina Ricci. Mermaids was a moderate box-office success and Ryder's performance was acclaimed; critic Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun-Times wrote: "Winona Ryder, in another of her alienated outsider roles, generates real charisma."[37] For her performance, Ryder received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress in a Supporting Role[38] and a National Board Review award for the same category.[39] Following Mermaids, Ryder had the lead role as a troubled teenager in the comedy-drama Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael (1990). The film co-starred Jeff Daniels and was deemed a commercial flop. In 1990, Ryder also made a cameo in Roy Orbison's music video "A Love So Beautiful" with Matthew Modine,[40] and was awarded 'ShoWest's Female Star of Tomorrow' by The National Association of Theatre Owners.[39] She was next slated to appear as Mary Corleone in Francis Ford Coppola's The Godfather Part III, but withdrew from the project in the beginning of filming in 1990 due to nervous exhaustion.[41][42]

1991–2000: Established actress

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In 1991, Ryder played a young taxicab driver in Jim Jarmusch's independent film Night on Earth. The film was given a limited release, but received critical praise.[43] Ryder then starred in three big-budget adaptations of literary classics. The first was Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), directed by Francis Ford Coppola and featuring Ryder in the dual role of Mina Murray and Count Dracula's past lover, Princess Elisabeta.[17] The script was originally intended for a television adaptation but Ryder liked it so much she brought it to Coppola's attention. The film premiered in November 1992 to critical and commercial success.[44]

Ryder continued her work in period films with Martin Scorsese's The Age of Innocence (1993), an adaptation of Edith Wharton's novel that co-starred Michelle Pfeiffer and Daniel Day-Lewis. Ryder considers Scorsese "the best director in the world".[45] For her portrayal of May Welland, the fiancée of Newland Archer (Day-Lewis), Ryder won a Golden Globe[38] and received Academy Award and BAFTA nominations as well.[46] Although not a commercial success, the Age of Innocence received critical praise upon its release in October 1993. Vincent Canby in the New York Times wrote, "Ms Ryder is wonderful as this sweet young thing who's hard as nails, as much out of ignorance as of self-interest."[47]

Ryder next starred alongside Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Antonio Banderas, and Glenn Close in the melodrama The House of the Spirits (1993), based on Isabel Allende's novel. Also released in October 1993, the film was poorly reviewed and a box-office flop, grossing just $6 million on its $40 million budget.[48] Ebert wrote that Ryder "seems an unlikely casting choice but she is more convincing, with more abandon and passion, and she makes her character work."[49] Ryder was next set to star in Broken Dreams[50] with actor River Phoenix. The project was put on hold due to his death on October 31, 1993.[51] In 1993, Ryder also appeared on the music video "Without a Trace" by Soul Asylum, whose member Dave Pirner was her boyfriend at the time.[52]

Among the movie's strengths are the performances, especially that of Ryder, who comes across as bright, beautiful and more delicate than ever before.

Orlando Sentinel film critic Jay Boyar discussing Reality Bites[53]

Ryder's next film, the Generation X drama Reality Bites (1994), marked a departure from period films. Directed by Ben Stiller and co-starring Ethan Hawke, the film featured Ryder as a recent college graduate searching for direction in life. According to Hawke and Stiller, the film got greenlit only due to Ryder's star status.[54] Her performance received acclaim but the film did not meet its studio's expectations in the box office.[55] Ryder returned to period films later that year, appearing as Jo March in Little Women, an adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's novel. The film received widespread praise; critic Janet Maslin of The New York Times wrote that it was the greatest adaptation of the novel and that "Ms. Ryder, whose banner year also includes a fine comic performance in Reality Bites, plays Jo with spark and confidence. Her spirited presence gives the film an appealing linchpin, and she plays the self-proclaimed 'man of the family' with just the right staunchness."[56][57] Ryder received her second Oscar nomination for the role, this time as Best Actress.[46] In 1994, Ryder also made a guest appearance in The Simpsons episode "Lisa's Rival" as Allison Taylor, whose intelligence and over-achieving personality makes her an adversary of Lisa.

Ryder's next starring role was in How to Make an American Quilt (1995), an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Whitney Otto, co-starring Anne Bancroft, Maya Angelou, and Ellen Burstyn. The film grossed nearly four times its budget and received mixed to positive reviews from critics.[58] The same year, Ryder narrated Anne Frank's The Diary of a Young Girl, for which she received a Grammy Award nomination. A review by Audiofile praised her performance, saying, "Winona Ryder is the perfect narrator for this work. Her voice sounds very young, matching the 14-year-old's enthusiasm and frustrations."[59]

Ryder received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 6, 2000.

Ryder made several film appearances in 1996, the first in Boys. The film failed to become a box office success and attracted mostly negative critical reaction. Ebert wrote: "Boys is a low-rent, dumbed-down version of Before Sunrise, with a rent-a-plot substituting for clever dialogue", calling the film a waste of Ryder's talent.[60] Her next role was in Looking for Richard, Al Pacino's meta-documentary on a production of William Shakespeare's Richard III, which grossed only $1 million at the box office but drew moderate critical acclaim.[61] She starred in The Crucible with Daniel Day-Lewis and Joan Allen. The film, an adaptation of Arthur Miller's play, centered on the Salem witch trials. It was expected to be a success, considering its budget, but was a commercial failure.[62] Despite this, it was well received and Ryder's performance was lauded, with Peter Travers of Rolling Stone writing, "Ryder offers a transfixing portrait of warped innocence."[63] Ryder later claimed that the role of Abigail Williams was the hardest in her whole career.[64]

Ryder next took on a role as an android in Alien Resurrection (1997), alongside Sigourney Weaver, who stars in the first four Alien films. Ryder's brother, Uri, was a fan of the series, and when approached about it, she agreed to the project. The film became one of the least successful entries in the Alien film series, but was otherwise considered a success as it grossed $161 million worldwide.[65] Ryder's and Weaver's performances drew mostly positive reviews, and Ryder won a Blockbuster Entertainment Award for Best Actress. In his review of the film, Ebert commented that Ryder lacked the conviction and presence to stand alongside Weaver and the rest of the cast. He compared her with Jenette Goldstein in Aliens. "Ryder is a wonderful actress, one of the most gifted of her generation, but wrong for this movie," he wrote.[66] At 1997's ShoWest event, she was presented with the 'Female Star of the Year' award.[67]

On Valentine's Day, 1998, Ryder performed in Eve Ensler's play The Vagina Monologues.[68] She then starred in Woody Allen's Celebrity (1998), after Drew Barrymore turned down Ryder's role, in an ensemble cast.[17] The film satirizes the lives of several celebrities. In 1998, Ryder also appeared in the music video for Jon Spencer Blues Explosion's song "Talk About the Blues"; a screenshot from the video later appeared on the cover of their album Xtra-Acme USA.[69][70] In 1998, Ryder and Leonardo DiCaprio narrated Survivors: Testimonies of the Holocaust, a CD-ROM produced by Steven Spielberg's Shoah Foundation.[71] She also served as a member of the jury, led by Martin Scorsese, at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival.[72]

In 1999, Ryder starred in and served as an executive producer for Girl, Interrupted, based on the 1993 memoir of the same name by Susanna Kaysen. The film had been in development since late 1996, but took time to begin filming. Ryder was deeply attached to the project, calling it her "child of the heart."[17] She played Kaysen, who has borderline personality disorder and was admitted to a psychiatric hospital for recovery. Directed by James Mangold and co-starring Angelina Jolie, the film was expected to mark Ryder's comeback playing leading roles. Instead, it turned out to be the "welcome-to-Hollywood coronation" for Jolie, who won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance.[73] Ebert wrote: "Ryder shows again her skill at projecting mental states; one of her gifts is to let us know exactly what she's thinking, without seeming to."[74] He later called Ryder one of the reasons to see the film. The same year, Ryder was parodied in South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut. She also started her own music company, Roustabout Studios, in 1999.[39]

In April 2000, Ryder was awarded the Peter J. Owens Award at the San Francisco Film Festival.[75] Her next film, the melodrama Autumn in New York, co-starring Richard Gere, was released in August. The film received mixed reviews, but was a commercial success, grossing $90 million at the worldwide box office.[76][77] In September, Ryder made a guest appearance in the series finale of Comedy Central's Strangers with Candy.[78] She then played a nun of a secret society loosely connected to the Roman Catholic Church and determined to prevent Armageddon in Lost Souls (2000), a commercial failure. Ryder refused to do commercial promotion for the film.[17] She later said, "I was attracted to Lost Souls because I know nothing about this subject. I personally don't believe in demonic possession. For me to play this woman was a real challenge. She is the ultimate believer. Most of all, I just wanted to do a movie in the thriller genre, at least one."[79] On October 6, 2000, Ryder received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.[80]

2001–2005: Hiatus

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In 2001, Ryder began a four-year career hiatus. Apart from a guest appearance on NBC's sitcom Friends, playing Rachel's college sorority sister,[81] and a brief cameo in Ben Stiller's comedy Zoolander (2001), she appeared in no new releases in 2001. She was scheduled to appear in Lily and the Secret of Planting, but withdrew from the project after being hospitalized for a severe stomach-related disorder in August 2001.[82]

In December 2001, Ryder was arrested for shoplifting, which made it difficult for her to be insured for further film projects. After her courtroom appearances in Marc Jacobs clothes were noted in the media, she appeared in Jacobs' Spring 2003 advertising campaign.[83]

Woody Allen wanted to cast Robert Downey Jr. and Ryder in his film Melinda and Melinda (2004), but was unable to do so because "I couldn't get insurance on them ... We couldn't get bonded. The completion bonding companies would not bond the picture unless we could insure them. ... We were heartbroken because I had worked with Winona before [on Celebrity] and thought she was perfect for this and wanted to work with her again."[84][85]

In 2002, Ryder appeared in two movies filmed before her arrest. The first was a romantic comedy, Mr. Deeds, with Adam Sandler, grossing over $126 million in the United States alone.[86] The film was not a critical success; film critic Philip French called it a terrible film, saying that "remakes are often bad, but this one was particularly bad."[87] The second film was the science fiction drama Simone, in which she portrayed a glamorous star who is replaced by a computer simulated actress due to the clandestine machinations of a director, portrayed by Al Pacino. On May 18, 2002, Ryder hosted Saturday Night Live.[88][89] In 2005, Ryder co-produced and co-narrated the documentary The Day My God Died (2004) with Tim Robbins, which focuses on international child sex trafficking.[2]

2006–2015: Return to film

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Ryder in 2009

Ryder made a career return with appearances in several independent films in 2006 and 2007. The first was The Darwin Awards (2006), in which she acted alongside Joseph Fiennes.[90] The second was Richard Linklater's A Scanner Darkly, a film adaptation of Philip K. Dick's novel, in which she co-starred opposite Keanu Reeves, Robert Downey, Jr. and Woody Harrelson. The film was made entirely with rotoscope software, which was used to turn live-action scenes into animation. The next year, Ryder appeared in David Wain's comedy The Ten,[91] and reunited with Heathers screenwriter Daniel Waters for the surreal black comedy Sex and Death 101.[92] She also starred in the Kirsten Dunst-directed short horror film Welcome[93] and made a brief appearance in the music video for "We're All Stuck Out In The Desert" by Jonathan Rice.[94]

In 2008, Ryder played the female lead opposite Wes Bentley and Ray Romano in Geoffrey Haley's offbeat romantic drama The Last Word.[95] She then starred as a newscaster in the film adaptation of The Informers.[96] She also appeared in director J. J. Abrams's Star Trek, as Spock's human mother Amanda Grayson.[97] Several media outlets noted Ryder's return to film during this time.[87][98][99] In 2009, Ryder starred alongside Robin Wright and Julianne Moore in Rebecca Miller's The Private Lives of Pippa Lee (2009).

The next year, Ryder had a prominent supporting role as an aging ballet star in Darren Aronofsky's Black Swan. She also starred in the independent film Stay Cool alongside Hilary Duff, Mark Polish and Chevy Chase, and in the television movie When Love Is Not Enough: The Lois Wilson Story. For her performance as Lois Wilson, whose husband co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous in 1930s, Ryder was nominated for the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries.[100][101] Entertainment Weekly wrote, "Ryder played her character with wide eyes of both innocence and terror."[102] Ryder next appeared in a leading role in Ron Howard's The Dilemma (2011), co-starring Vince Vaughn and Kevin James.[103]

Ryder (center) with Ray Liotta and Michael Shannon, promoting The Iceman in 2012

Ryder then played Deborah Kuklinski,[104] the wife of contract killer Richard Kuklinski, in the thriller The Iceman (2012), co-starring Michael Shannon.[105] She also appeared with her The Iceman co-star James Franco in The Letter (2012).[106] She reunited with director Tim Burton, who directed her in the music video for The Killers' single, "Here with Me",[107] and cast her in the animated 3D feature film Frankenweenie (2012). Ryder also worked with the classic film channel TCM in 2012, guest hosting for a week in September, while Robert Osborne was on vacation,[108] and introducing some of her favorite classic films in December.[109][108]

In 2013, Ryder appeared in the action thriller Homefront (2013), again opposite James Franco, this time playing a meth-addicted woman. Steven Boone of RogerEbert.com wrote: "Ryder often seems on the verge of laughing in Franco's face as he attempts to manhandle and pimp-talk her. But it's nice to see her raven eyes and regal cheekbones on a big screen again, in whatever capacity."[110] Ryder also starred in a segment of the Comedy Central television series Drunk History (2013) called "Boston". She played religious protester Mary Dyer opposite stern Puritan magistrate John Endicott, played by Michael Cera.[111] She then took on the role of Peggy Shippen, the wife of Benedict Arnold, in her appearance of the second season of Drunk History (2014).[112] In 2014, Ryder appeared in the British television film Turks & Caicos (2014) and modeled in the Fall advertising campaign of fashion label Rag & Bone.[113]

In 2015, Ryder was a juror at the Sundance Film Festival.[114] She continued her work in television with the HBO miniseries Show Me a Hero (2015), in which she played the president of the Yonkers City Council. She then starred alongside Peter Sarsgaard in the biopic Experimenter, playing the wife of Stanley Milgram. Experimenter was released to positive reviews in October 2015.[115][116] Ryder also appeared in advertisements for Marc Jacobs,[117] both for their cosmetics and for their spring 2016 collection.[118][119]

2016–present: Stranger Things and resurgence

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Since 2016, Ryder has starred in the Netflix science fiction-horror series Stranger Things,[120] created by The Duffer Brothers, playing Joyce Byers, a single mother whose 12-year-old son Will vanishes mysteriously. The Duffer brothers said that Ryder "has a very intense energy about her ... a wiry unpredictability, a sort of anxiousness that we thought we'd really lean into."[121] The series' first season premiered in July 2016 to critical acclaim and high audience ratings.[122] Ryder also received praise for her performance,[123] and the cast won the SAG Award for Best Ensemble in a Drama Series in 2017. The second and third seasons of the series were released in October 2017 and July 2019. For season 3, she was paid a reported $350,000 per episode.[124] The filming for the fourth season had been halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but resumed in September 2020. The first volume of season 4 premiered on May 27, 2022, and the second volume on July 1, 2022. Kate Bush's 1985 song "Running Up That Hill" reached number one on iTunes after the song was included in scenes of Stranger Things, after Ryder frequently wore Kate Bush T-shirts and lapel badges on set.[125]

In 2018, Ryder appeared in the film Destination Wedding, alongside Keanu Reeves. The same year, Ryder also starred in a L'Oréal shampoo commercial,[126] and in H&M's spring collection campaign co-starring Elizabeth Olsen.[127] In 2020, Ryder appeared in Squarespace's Super Bowl commercial, which aired during the first half of the game.[128] Later that year, she starred in The Plot Against America, an HBO limited series based on Philip Roth's 2004 novel of the same name.[129] David Simon, the creator of the series, said: "Winona always had the standing of the great American ingenue. Now we're ready for the second act, because she's always been a remarkable actor—always asking questions about the role, doing the research, and then feeling the camera instinctively once the work begins."[14] The series was Ryder's second collaboration with Simon; in 2014, she appeared in his HBO miniseries Show Me a Hero.[130]

In 2021, Ryder reprised her role as Kim Boggs in Edward Scissorhands alongside Timothée Chalamet in a Super Bowl ad for Cadillac.[131] Her next film was Gone in the Night, co-starring Dermot Mulroney. As early as 1992, Ryder had expressed her willingness to appear in a sequel to Beetlejuice,[132] hinting at such a return in a November 2013 interview, provided that Burton and Keaton were involved,[133] and confirmed again in August 2015 that she would reprise her role in the sequel.[134] The sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, wrapped filming in late 2023, and was released in October 2024.[135]

Personal life

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Ryder promoting Black Swan in 2010

Ryder maintains homes in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Williamsburg in New York City.[136] She is Jewish and has experienced antisemitism.[14][137] She suffers from insomnia and has been a victim of stalking.[138][139][140]

She has credited her career to director Tim Burton.[141][142]

Ryder has been involved in philanthropic work since her twenties for the American Indian College Fund, which sends low-income Native Americans to universities.[143][144]

Relationships

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Ryder met Johnny Depp at the Great Balls of Fire! premiere in June 1989. In February 1990, the 18-year-old Ryder began dating the 26-year-old Depp after they were reintroduced by a mutual friend. They became engaged in July of that year, but split up in June 1993.[145][146] She dated Soul Asylum band member Dave Pirner[138] and Helmet frontman Page Hamilton.[147] She dated actor Matt Damon from 1998 to 2000. Since 2011, she has been in a relationship with fashion designer Scott Mackinlay Hahn.[148][149]

Polly Klaas

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Main article: Murder of Polly Klaas

In 1993, Ryder offered a $200,000 reward in hopes that it would lead to the safe return of kidnapped child Polly Klaas.[150][151] Klaas lived in Petaluma, where Ryder grew up. After the girl's death, Ryder dedicated her performance as Jo in the 1994 film adaptation of Little Women, one of Klaas's favorite novels, to Klaas's memory.[152]

During a sentencing hearing related to her 2001 shoplifting incident, Ryder's attorney, Mark Geragos, referred to her work with the Polly Klaas Foundation and other charitable causes. In response, Deputy District Attorney Ann Rundle said, "What's offensive to me is to trot out the body of a dead child."[153] Polly's father, Marc Klaas, defended Ryder and expressed outrage at the prosecutor's comments.[153][154]

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On December 12, 2001, Ryder was arrested on shoplifting charges in Beverly Hills, California, accused of stealing $5,500 worth of designer clothes and accessories from a Saks Fifth Avenue department store.[155][156][157] Los Angeles District Attorney Stephen Cooley assembled a team of eight prosecutors and filed four felony charges against her.[158][failed verification] Ryder hired celebrity defense attorney Mark Geragos. Negotiations failed to produce a plea bargain at the end of summer 2002 as the prosecution insisted on charging Ryder with a felony and not a misdemeanor. Joel Mowbray from National Review noted that the prosecution also refused the store's request to drop the charges.[159][160]

She was accused of using drugs, including oxycodone, diazepam, and Vicodin without valid prescription, but prosecutors dropped a drug possession count after it was proved that a doctor provided it to her as a medical treatment.[161] She was convicted of grand theft[162] and shoplifting but acquitted on the charge of burglary.[163] In December 2002, she was sentenced to three years of probation, 480 hours of community service, $3,700 in fines, and $6,355 in restitution to the Saks Fifth Avenue store, and ordered to attend psychological counseling and drug counseling.[164] On June 18, 2004, Superior Court Judge Elden Fox reviewed Ryder's probation report and observed that she had served 480 hours of community service, and the felonies were reduced to misdemeanors. She finished her probation in December 2005.[165]

Ryder later explained that the incident occurred during a difficult time in her life in which she was clinically depressed.[166] She added that the pain-killing medication, which a "quack" physician had prescribed her, clouded her judgment significantly.[167][168] Jules Mark Lusman, who prescribed the medication, subsequently had his medical license revoked by the Medical Board of California for unethically prescribing medication to his patients.[169][170]

Filmography and awards

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Main articles: Winona Ryder filmography and awards and nominations

Ryder has been recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the following performances:

Ryder has been nominated for three Golden Globe Awards (winning one), one British Academy Film Award, seven Screen Actors Guild Awards (winning one), and one Grammy Award.

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Winona Ryder (born Winona Laura Horowitz; October 29, 1971) is an American actress renowned for her versatile performances in film and television, spanning coming-of-age stories, period dramas, and supernatural thrillers. She rose to prominence in the late 1980s with breakthrough roles in Beetlejuice (1988) as the eccentric goth teenager Lydia Deetz and Heathers (1989) as the sharp-witted Veronica Sawyer, establishing her as a defining voice of Generation X angst. Born in Winona County, Minnesota, to author and video producer Cynthia Palmer and archivist and bookseller Michael Horowitz, Ryder grew up in a countercultural commune in Mendocino County, California, without electricity until age seven, alongside her younger brother Uri and older half-siblings Jubal and Sunyata from her mother's previous marriage. As the goddaughter of psychedelic advocate Timothy Leary, she was immersed in an artistic, unconventional environment that influenced her early interest in acting; after enduring bullying in Petaluma, California, following a family move at age ten, she trained at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco as a teenager. Her film debut came in Lucas (1986), but it was director Tim Burton's Beetlejuice that launched her career, followed by collaborations with him on Edward Scissorhands (1990) and her frequent producer Francis Ford Coppola on Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992). Ryder's critical acclaim peaked in the 1990s with roles in Mermaids (1990) and period pieces like The Age of Innocence (1993), for which she won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress and received an Academy Award nomination in the same category, and Little Women (1994), garnering an Oscar nomination for Best Actress as Jo March. She continued with diverse projects including Reality Bites (1994), Girl, Interrupted (1999), and later Star Trek (2009) and Black Swan (2010), while facing public scrutiny after a 2001 shoplifting arrest and 2002 conviction, resulting in community service and probation. Her television resurgence came with Stranger Things (2016–present), portraying Joyce Byers and earning a 2017 Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Drama Series, along with multiple Screen Actors Guild ensemble nominations. In recent years, Ryder reprised her role as Lydia Deetz in the sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), which grossed $451.1 million worldwide, with Volume 1 of the fifth and final season of Stranger Things released on November 26, 2025, while appearing in HBO's The Plot Against America (2020). She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2000 and remains in a long-term relationship with fashion designer Scott Mackinlay Hahn since 2011.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Winona Laura Horowitz was born on October 29, 1971, in Winona County, Minnesota, and named after the nearby city of Winona. Her parents, Michael Horowitz and Cynthia Palmer (née Istas), led a countercultural lifestyle shaped by their involvement in the Beat Generation and psychedelic movements. Michael Horowitz, an author, editor, publisher, and antiquarian bookseller, served as an archivist for figures like LSD advocate Timothy Leary—Winona's godfather—and maintained connections to Beat poets such as Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac through his work with their archives and personal friendships. Cynthia, an author, video producer, editor, and activist with Buddhist influences, shared Michael's progressive ideals, fostering a home environment rich in literature, intellectual discourse, and artistic exposure. The family embraced a nomadic, hippie-adjacent existence, initially settling in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood before moving to a 380-acre commune near Elk in Northern California when Winona was seven years old. They lived there for three years among seven other families in a setting without electricity or running water, sharing a crowded farmhouse amid redwood forests that Winona later described as beautiful and formative. Winona has two older half-siblings from her mother's previous marriage—Sunyata (born 1967) and Jubal (born 1969)—and a younger full brother, Uri (born 1976), with whom she shared this unconventional upbringing. The family's Jewish heritage, traced to her father's side through grandparents who immigrated from Russia and Romania (with the original surname Tomchin changed to Horowitz at Ellis Island), informed their cultural worldview, though Michael identified as an atheist and Cynthia as a Buddhist. This environment immersed Winona in literature, poetry, and early film screenings projected on bedsheets in barns, sparking her lifelong appreciation for storytelling. Winona's early years were marked by challenges, including severe bullying after the family relocated to Petaluma, California, around age 10, where she attended Kenilworth Junior High School. Often dressing in boys' clothing from thrift stores, she was mistaken for a boy and endured homophobic slurs, physical assaults—including being kicked, slammed into lockers, and requiring stitches—and social isolation that deepened her shyness. Despite these hardships, the intellectual and artistic influences from her parents' circle provided a nurturing backdrop, encouraging her budding interest in performance.

Entry into acting

At the age of seven, Winona Ryder's family relocated from Minnesota to a commune on the Northern California coast, where her parents, both involved in writing and editing, embraced an unconventional lifestyle that included screening classic films on a bedsheet strung up in a barn. A few years later, the family moved to Petaluma, California, a suburban town in the San Francisco Bay Area, seeking a more stable environment. There, Ryder, feeling like an outsider amid the conservative community, found solace in cinema, which sparked her interest in acting. In Petaluma, Ryder began her formal training at the age of 12 by enrolling in the American Conservatory Theater's program in nearby San Francisco, where she honed her skills through classes and performances. Her initial acting experiences included school plays and local theater productions, providing her first taste of the stage and reinforcing her determination to pursue a professional career despite being viewed as eccentric by peers. These early endeavors were driven by her passion for films, which she immersed herself in during her childhood, imagining herself in roles that captured emotional depth and complexity. At age 13, Ryder's breakthrough came when she created and performed a monologue adapted from J.D. Salinger's Franny and Zooey, recording it on videotape as an audition submission. This led to her signing with an agent and securing an audition for the film Desert Bloom (1986), though she did not land the role; the experience, however, opened doors, culminating in her first professional audition and casting in Lucas (1986), a coming-of-age story directed by David Seltzer. Early rejections like the one for Desert Bloom tested her resolve, but her persistence paid off as she balanced budding opportunities with the demands of adolescence. Ryder faced significant challenges during this period, including severe bullying at Petaluma Junior High School, where she was mocked for her unique style and interests, leading to physical confrontations that required medical attention. After the incident, the school administration removed her, and she was home-schooled thereafter, allowing her to focus on her acting training and early career. For her debut in Lucas, then-14-year-old Ryder adopted the stage name Winona Ryder, changing her surname from Horowitz—deemed difficult to pronounce—to Ryder, inspired by the musician Mitch Ryder, a favorite of her father, to enhance her professional appeal.

Acting career

Early roles and breakthrough (1985–1990)

Ryder made her film debut in the 1986 coming-of-age drama Lucas, directed by David Seltzer, where she portrayed Rina, a supportive schoolmate harboring an unrequited crush on the titular character played by Corey Haim. At just 14 during filming, her natural and understated performance as the shy, empathetic teen drew early critical notice for its authenticity amid the ensemble cast, contributing to the film's warm reception as a poignant teen romance. The movie, which explored themes of adolescent isolation and first love, marked Ryder's transition from local theater to screen acting, showcasing her ability to convey subtle emotional depth beyond her years. Her breakthrough came with the 1987 drama Square Dance, directed by Daniel Petrie, in which she starred in her first leading role as Gemma Dillard, a 13-year-old girl from rural Texas who visits her estranged mother in the city, grappling with the clash between her sheltered farm life and urban complexities. Ryder's portrayal of Gemma's wide-eyed curiosity and inner conflict earned widespread acclaim for its maturity and emotional range, positioning her as a rising talent capable of anchoring a character-driven story. For this performance, she received her first Golden Globe nomination in 1988 for New Star of the Year in a Motion Picture – Female, highlighting the industry's early recognition of her potential. In 1988, Ryder collaborated with director Tim Burton for the first time in the supernatural comedy Beetlejuice, playing Lydia Deetz, a sardonic goth teenager fascinated by the afterlife who becomes entangled with ghostly antics. Her deadpan delivery and outsider persona perfectly complemented Burton's whimsical gothic style, making Lydia an iconic figure of 1980s teen rebellion. The film was a commercial hit, grossing over $74 million worldwide against a $15 million budget, and has since achieved enduring cult status for its blend of humor, horror, and visual flair. Ryder next starred as Veronica Sawyer in the 1989 black comedy Heathers, directed by Michael Lehmann, a biting satire of high school cliques, bullying, and suicide that cast her as a popular girl drawn into a toxic romance with a rebellious outsider (Christian Slater). Her nuanced depiction of Veronica's moral ambiguity and angst captured the film's dark exploration of teen conformity and violence, earning praise for elevating the script's sharp wit into a memorable anti-heroine. Though it underperformed at the box office with just $1.1 million domestically, Heathers later gained critical and cultural acclaim as a cult classic for its prescient take on adolescent despair. The decade closed with Ryder's role as Kim Boggs in Tim Burton's 1990 fantasy romance Edward Scissorhands, where she played the gentle, suburban high schooler who forms a tender bond with the misunderstood inventor (Johnny Depp). Her vulnerable and compassionate portrayal of Kim's evolving affection provided emotional grounding to Burton's visually striking fable, with the on-screen chemistry between Ryder and Depp enhancing the film's themes of isolation and acceptance. Critics lauded her ability to convey quiet strength and empathy, further solidifying her reputation for roles that blended innocence with quiet intensity. From 1985 to 1990, Ryder evolved from supporting child parts in Lucas to complex teen leads across genres, earning consistent critical recognition for performances that revealed a precocious emotional sophistication unusual for her age. This period generated early awards buzz, including her Golden Globe nod and Independent Spirit Award consideration, establishing her as a versatile young actress poised for broader stardom.

Rise to prominence (1991–2000)

Following her breakthrough roles in films like Beetlejuice (1988) and Edward Scissorhands (1990), Winona Ryder solidified her status as a leading actress in the early 1990s with a series of diverse performances that showcased her range from quirky teen to poised ingenue. In Mermaids (1990), released at the end of the year, Ryder portrayed Charlotte Flane, the rebellious teenage daughter of a free-spirited single mother played by Cher, in a coming-of-age family drama set in 1960s Massachusetts that explored themes of independence and emotional turmoil. Her performance as the alienated outsider generated real charisma, earning praise as the film's true star despite Cher's top billing, and highlighted Ryder's ability to convey youthful angst with authenticity. The film, directed by Richard Benjamin, received positive notices for its lighthearted yet poignant depiction of mother-daughter dynamics, contributing to Ryder's growing reputation for nuanced dramatic roles. Ryder's collaboration with director Tim Burton continued to evolve beyond fantasy into more mature territory, but it was her turn in Martin Scorsese's period drama The Age of Innocence (1993) that marked a significant step forward. Adapted from Edith Wharton's novel, the film starred Daniel Day-Lewis as Newland Archer, a New York lawyer torn between his fiancée May Welland (Ryder) and her scandalous cousin Countess Ellen Olenska (Michelle Pfeiffer). Ryder's portrayal of the demure yet tenacious May, a symbol of Gilded Age propriety, was described as perfect, capturing the character's subtle instinct for self-preservation beneath a retiring exterior. For this, her first major period piece, Ryder earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, affirming her transition to adult roles and critical acclaim. The mid-1990s saw Ryder embrace iconic representations of youth culture and literary heroines, beginning with Reality Bites (1994), a romantic comedy that positioned her as a Gen-X touchstone. Directed by Ben Stiller in his feature debut, the film featured Ryder as Lelaina Pierce, a recent college graduate and aspiring filmmaker navigating post-graduation uncertainties, unfulfilling jobs, and a love triangle with Troy (Ethan Hawke) and Michael (Stiller). Her performance nailed the character's intense, chain-smoking intensity, maintaining dignity in a thankless role amid the film's synthetic portrayal of twentysomething ennui, and cemented Lelaina as the everywoman of the era's disillusioned youth. The movie became a cultural snapshot of 1990s slacker life, grossing modestly but influencing fashion and slang through Ryder's relatable depiction of ambition clashing with reality. That same year, Ryder delivered a standout lead in Gillian Armstrong's adaptation of Little Women (1994), playing the fiercely independent Jo March in Louisa May Alcott's Civil War-era tale of the March sisters. Alongside Susan Sarandon, Trini Alvarado, Claire Danes, and Kirsten Dunst, Ryder's Jo embodied the tomboy writer's ambition and emotional depth, from staging family plays to pursuing her literary dreams in New York. Critics lauded her strong and sunny performance, which illuminated Jo's forceful personality and highlighted Ryder's dramatic range in an ensemble that earned three Oscar nominations, including one for Ryder in Best Actress. The film's critical and commercial success, praised for its faithful yet fresh take on feminist themes of sisterhood and self-discovery, further established Ryder as a versatile leading lady capable of anchoring literary adaptations. Ryder continued exploring ensemble dramas with feminist undertones in How to Make an American Quilt (1995), directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse, where she starred as Finn Dodd, a 26-year-old graduate student grappling with doubts about her impending marriage while visiting her grandmother's quilting circle. Surrounded by an all-star cast including Anne Bancroft, Ellen Burstyn, and Kate Nelligan, Ryder's introspective narration framed the women's interconnected stories of love and resilience, themes woven through the quilt's patchwork design. Her portrayal of Finn's uncertainty and growth amid the older women's life lessons was central to the film's warm, if uneven, exploration of female bonds across generations. In 1996, Ryder took on a more villainous lead in Nicholas Hytner's The Crucible, an adaptation of Arthur Miller's play about the Salem witch trials, playing Abigail Williams, the manipulative servant girl whose false accusations ignite mass hysteria. Opposite Daniel Day-Lewis as John Proctor, with whom Abigail has a past affair, Ryder brought a scheming, selfish intensity to the role, excelling in the headstrong character's descent into vengeful lies. Though the film drew mixed reviews for its theatricality, Ryder's wickedly effective performance underscored themes of sexual repression and mob psychology, demonstrating her ability to shift from sympathetic leads to complex antagonists. By the late 1990s, Ryder's prominence peaked with Girl, Interrupted (1999), directed by James Mangold and based on Susanna Kaysen's memoir, where she played the authorial stand-in, Susanna, an 18-year-old diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and committed to a psychiatric hospital in 1967. Co-starring Angelina Jolie as the charismatic sociopath Lisa, Ryder's solid central performance projected Susanna's internal confusion and subtle seduction by institutional life, earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. The film, a poignant examination of mental health and female friendship amid 1960s turmoil, received acclaim for Ryder's credible depiction of vulnerability, though Jolie's supporting win overshadowed it. As the decade closed, Ryder faced increasing commercial pressures, evident in Autumn in New York (2000), a romantic drama directed by Joan Chen in which she starred as Charlotte Fielding, a 22-year-old hat designer with a terminal illness who embarks on a fleeting affair with a middle-aged restaurateur (Richard Gere). Despite the film's maudlin script and lackluster reception, Ryder infused Charlotte with sparkling vitality and improbable resilience, navigating themes of mortality and fleeting connection. This role, amid typecasting concerns as the ethereal young love interest, signaled the onset of career shifts toward more mainstream vehicles, even as it highlighted her enduring appeal in emotional dramas.

Career challenges and hiatus (2001–2005)

Following the commercial peak of her 1990s roles, Ryder appeared as Cindy Lou Who in the holiday adaptation Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000), directed by Ron Howard. The film achieved significant box office success, grossing over $347 million worldwide against a $123 million budget, making it one of the highest-earning Christmas movies of all time. However, it received mixed critical reception, earning a 49% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes for its over-the-top visuals and deviations from the source material, though Ryder's performance as the optimistic young resident of Whoville was noted for its charm amid the spectacle. Ryder's subsequent projects in the early 2000s included supporting roles that highlighted perceptions of typecasting in lighter romantic fare, contributing to box office variability. In Mr. Deeds (2002), a remake of the Frank Capra classic opposite Adam Sandler, she played the love interest Pam Dawson, a role that reinforced her image as a quirky romantic lead but drew criticism for lacking depth; the film grossed $171 million worldwide, succeeding commercially yet earning a 22% Rotten Tomatoes score for its formulaic comedy. Similarly, S1m0ne (2002), directed by Andrew Niccol, featured Ryder as a brief on-screen counterpart to Al Pacino's digitally created star, but the satirical drama underperformed with a worldwide gross of $19.6 million against a $10 million budget and a middling 50% critical approval, underscoring challenges in diversifying her offerings beyond romantic archetypes. The period was markedly disrupted by Ryder's December 2001 arrest for shoplifting approximately $5,500 worth of clothing and accessories from a Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills, leading to a high-profile 2002 trial where she was convicted of felony grand theft and misdemeanor vandalism, resulting in three years of probation, community service, and fines. The intense media scrutiny following the incident had a profound impact on her professional opportunities, with Ryder later stating it "definitely had a giant effect" on her career, prompting her to "check out" of Hollywood and relocate from Los Angeles to San Francisco for greater privacy. This backlash limited role offers, as studios viewed her as "damaged goods," exacerbating a shift away from A-list projects. Amid these setbacks, Ryder adopted a more selective approach to work, scaling back intentionally to address burnout from the relentless pace of her 1990s schedule and to prioritize personal well-being. She took on fewer commitments, including a lead role as a survivor in the post-apocalyptic TV movie The Day the World Ended (2001), a low-budget Showtime production that aired in June and focused on a group's struggle after a nuclear disaster, reflecting her pivot to smaller-scale endeavors. Hiatus factors included a deep desire for privacy after years of public intensity, as well as psychological exhaustion; in reflections, she described being at a point where she "just wanted to stop," opting instead for reading, travel, and avoiding auditions during what became a four-year break from major films. This period culminated in her involvement in A Scanner Darkly (2006), filmed in 2005 under Richard Linklater's direction, where she portrayed Donna Hawthorne in the animated sci-fi adaptation of Philip K. Dick's novel—marking a transitional role toward independent cinema with its introspective themes of identity and addiction.

Independent films and return (2006–2015)

Following her hiatus, Ryder reemerged in 2006 with a supporting role as Donna Hawthorne in Richard Linklater's animated adaptation of Philip K. Dick's novel A Scanner Darkly, portraying a drug dealer entangled in a dystopian world of surveillance and substance abuse alongside Keanu Reeves as the lead. The film explores themes of identity erosion and governmental paranoia through its rotoscoped animation style. Ryder continued her selective return through independent comedies in 2007, taking on eccentric character roles that highlighted her versatility in smaller ensembles. In David Wain's anthology The Ten, she appeared in the "Thou Shalt Not Steal" segment as Kelly, a woman who falls for a ventriloquist's dummy, contributing to the film's irreverent take on the Ten Commandments with a cast including Paul Rudd and Jessica Alba. Later that year, in Daniel Waters' black comedy Sex and Death 101, she played Miranda Fitch, a one-night stand in a narrative about a man's sexual conquests turning fatal, marking a rare onscreen reunion with Waters since Heathers. Critics noted the film's uneven tone but praised Ryder's alluring presence in its racy, conceptual framework. In 2009, Ryder ventured into franchise cinema as Amanda Grayson, the human mother of Spock (Zachary Quinto), in J.J. Abrams' reboot Star Trek, a role that signified a shift toward more maternal, age-appropriate characters while joining a high-profile ensemble with Chris Pine and Leonard Nimoy. Her performance, though brief, added emotional depth to the Vulcan family dynamic amid the film's action-oriented spectacle. This was followed by a pivotal supporting turn in 2010's Black Swan, directed by Darren Aronofsky, where she embodied Beth MacIntyre, a fading prima ballerina whose rivalry with rising star Nina (Natalie Portman) underscores themes of perfection and obsolescence in the ballet world. Ryder's portrayal of quiet desperation and self-harm earned acclaim for its raw intensity, enhancing the thriller's psychological edge. Ryder's indie phase persisted into the early 2010s with dramatic roles emphasizing personal complexity and aging. In the 2011 romantic comedy Late Bloomers, she played Anna, a vibrant love interest navigating midlife relationships opposite William Hurt and Isabella Rossellini, offering a lighter exploration of romance in later years. The following year, in Ariel Vromen's crime biopic The Iceman, she portrayed Deborah Pellicotti, the unsuspecting wife of real-life hitman Richard Kuklinski (Michael Shannon), delivering a grounded performance that contrasted her character's domestic normalcy against her husband's hidden violence. By 2015, Ryder starred as Sarah "Sasha" Shipp, the supportive wife of psychologist Stanley Milgram (Peter Sarsgaard), in Michael Almereyda's Experimenter, a stylized biopic examining the infamous obedience experiments; her understated role provided emotional balance to the film's intellectual inquiry into authority and conformity. Throughout this period, Ryder gravitated toward ensemble-driven independent projects and nuanced character parts over mainstream blockbusters, allowing her to rebuild her screen presence with roles that showcased maturity and depth, leading to a critical reevaluation of her as an actress capable of subtle, layered work in arthouse cinema.

Television resurgence and recent projects (2016–present)

In 2016, Ryder marked a significant pivot to television by starring as Joyce Byers in the Netflix horror series Stranger Things, created by the Duffer Brothers. In the role, she portrayed a single mother grappling with intense maternal anxiety amid supernatural threats in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, delivering an emotionally raw performance that highlighted her vulnerability and determination. The series quickly became a global phenomenon, blending 1980s nostalgia with sci-fi elements and reviving Ryder's career after a period of lower-profile work, reestablishing her as a leading actress in her 40s. Her portrayal earned critical acclaim for its depth, contributing to the show's multiple Emmy nominations, including for Outstanding Drama Series in 2017 and 2022, which boosted her visibility well into her 50s. Ryder continued in the role through subsequent seasons, with Stranger Things evolving into a cultural touchstone that explored themes of family resilience amid escalating otherworldly dangers. The series' success, which included shared wins like the 2017 Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series, underscored her seamless transition to long-form television storytelling. As of November 2025, production on the fifth and final season concluded, with its release scheduled in three parts: volumes one and two on November 26 and December 25, 2025, respectively, and the finale on December 31. Parallel to her television commitments, Ryder returned to film in supporting roles that showcased her comedic timing and rapport with co-stars. In the 2016 indie comedy Hello, My Name Is Doris, directed by Michael Showalter, she played Wendy, the supportive younger sister to Sally Field's eccentric protagonist, providing grounded emotional anchor in a story of late-blooming self-discovery. Two years later, she reunited with frequent collaborator Keanu Reeves in Destination Wedding, an indie romantic comedy written and directed by Victor Levin, where she portrayed the sharp-tongued Frank, a jaded guest navigating awkward encounters at a destination nuptial. The film highlighted their longstanding on-screen chemistry, first seen in projects like Bram Stoker's Dracula, adding a layer of nostalgic reunion to the misanthropic rom-com dynamic. In 2020, Ryder took on a dramatic turn in HBO's miniseries The Plot Against America, adapted from Philip Roth's novel by David Simon and Ed Burns. She played Evelyn Finkel, the ambitious and socially climbing sister-in-law in a Jewish family facing rising antisemitism in an alternate-history 1940s America where Charles Lindbergh becomes president. Her performance was praised for capturing Evelyn's complex blend of delusion and desperation, earning acclaim as a standout in the ensemble. She appeared in a cameo role as Pat, a tour guide, in the 2023 supernatural horror comedy Haunted Mansion, directed by Justin Simien. Ryder's most prominent film project in recent years was reprising her iconic role as Lydia Deetz in Tim Burton's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), a sequel to the 1988 original that reunited much of the original cast. Now depicted as a widowed author confronting family crises and the afterlife, her character retained the goth-punk edge while evolving into a more mature figure of quiet resilience. The film capitalized on nostalgic appeal, grossing $452 million worldwide against a $100 million budget and becoming one of 2024's top-grossing releases. This period reflects Ryder's strategic shift toward television's expansive narratives, allowing deeper exploration of resilient characters like Joyce Byers, while selectively returning to film for roles that leverage her legacy. In a July 2025 ELLE interview, she reflected on her enduring career, emphasizing themes of perseverance amid industry pressures and the fulfillment of long-form projects like Stranger Things. As of November 2025, no major new film projects have been announced beyond the final Stranger Things season.

Personal life

Relationships

Winona Ryder's early romantic relationship with actor Johnny Depp began in 1989 when they met at the premiere of Great Balls of Fire! and lasted until 1993. The couple became engaged when Ryder was 18, with Depp proposing after five months of dating, and they supported each other professionally during the filming of Edward Scissorhands in 1990. Their high-profile romance, marked by intense media scrutiny, ended amicably, though Ryder later reflected on the emotional toll of the breakup in a 2022 interview. In 1998, Ryder began dating actor Matt Damon following their collaboration on Good Will Hunting, in a relationship that lasted until 2000. The pairing drew significant attention due to both stars' rising prominence, but they parted ways on friendly terms, with Damon later describing Ryder as a "great woman" in a 2004 interview. Rumors of a brief romance between Ryder and actor David Duchovny surfaced in the mid-1990s, around 1996, after they were spotted together in Los Angeles, but Duchovny clarified in a TV Guide interview that they were simply "good friends," and the link remains unconfirmed. Ryder has maintained a long-term relationship with fashion designer Scott Mackinlay Hahn since 2011, after meeting him at the premiere of Black Swan in 2010. Hahn, co-founder of the sustainable clothing brand Loomstate, shares Ryder's preference for privacy, and the couple has no children or marriage, though Ryder has referred to him as the love of her life in recent interviews. They emphasize a low-key lifestyle away from the spotlight, with Ryder crediting their partnership for providing stability amid her career demands. Regarding family, Ryder has expressed in a 2025 interview that while she considered motherhood earlier in life, meeting Hahn shifted her priorities toward their relationship and professional independence, stating, "There was a time that I was really thinking about it, but I hadn’t met Scott." The fame surrounding her early romances influenced her approach to privacy in later partnerships.

Activism and philanthropy

Winona Ryder has been actively involved in child safety advocacy since the early 1990s, particularly following the 1993 kidnapping and murder of 12-year-old Polly Klaas from Petaluma, California, Ryder's hometown. She offered a $200,000 reward for Klaas's safe return and participated in search efforts, driven by her personal connection to the community. Her support extended to the Polly Klaas Foundation, established by Klaas's father, Marc Klaas, where she contributed to efforts raising awareness about child abductions; the organization played a key role in advocating for the nationwide AMBER Alert system, which was implemented in all 50 states by 2002. Ryder has also supported animal rights causes, attending events for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in the 1990s, including the organization's 10th anniversary gala in 1990, where she expressed solidarity with animal welfare on behalf of her pet cat. Her environmental activism reflects her upbringing in a liberal, commune-based household in Northern California, influenced by her parents' beatnik and countercultural roots. In 1998, Ryder joined environmental protests by spending six days living in a 1,000-year-old redwood tree named Luna in Humboldt County to oppose logging by the Pacific Lumber Company, aligning with activist Julia Butterfly Hill's longer sit-in to protect old-growth forests. On women's issues, Ryder co-produced the 2003 documentary The Day My God Died, narrated by Tim Robbins, which highlighted the trafficking and sexual exploitation of young women and girls from Nepal to India. In the wake of the #MeToo movement, she has publicly discussed experiencing blatant sexual harassment in her late 20s and 30s, stating that it "soured" her passion for filmmaking and emphasizing the need for industry accountability. In the 2020s, Ryder has continued quiet philanthropy, including long-term support for Native American education through her role on the board of the American Indian College Fund since 1998, which provides scholarships to low-income students attending tribal colleges. She has also advocated for mental health awareness, drawing from her own experiences with depression and anxiety to destigmatize sensitivity and emotional vulnerability, particularly for women in Hollywood. In December 2001, Winona Ryder was arrested at a Saks Fifth Avenue store in Beverly Hills, California, on charges of shoplifting merchandise valued at approximately $5,500, including designer clothing, accessories, and a handbag, as well as misdemeanor charges related to possessing prescription drugs without a valid prescription. The incident drew intense tabloid scrutiny, with widespread media coverage portraying the event as a dramatic fall from grace for the then-30-year-old actress, including sensational headlines and public speculation about her motives. Ryder's defense team argued that the actions stemmed from a misunderstanding, claiming she believed the items were part of a store account opened after an initial purchase and that she was researching a role by trying on garments, though prosecutors highlighted surveillance footage showing her removing security tags. Following a six-day trial in 2002, a jury convicted Ryder of felony grand theft and vandalism but acquitted her of burglary; she was sentenced to three years of probation, 480 hours of community service, payment of $10,000 in fines and restitution, and mandatory psychological counseling and drug testing, with no jail time imposed. The case, often dubbed the "Winona-mania" trial, amplified media frenzy, leading to parodies, merchandise like "Free Winona" T-shirts, and debates over celebrity accountability, which contributed to a temporary career hiatus as she navigated the fallout. Prior to this, Ryder had no significant legal entanglements, though minor unsubstantiated rumors in the 1990s occasionally surfaced in tabloids regarding her personal conduct, none of which resulted in formal charges. Amid the heightened public attention, Ryder adopted a more guarded approach to her private life, expressing reluctance to engage in extensive interviews after the early 2000s and largely avoiding social media platforms altogether. She has maintained residences in low-key locations, including a longtime Victorian home in San Francisco's Cow Hollow neighborhood (purchased in 1995 and sold in 2020), a 1920s Spanish-style estate in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and an apartment in New York City, prioritizing seclusion away from Hollywood's spotlight. During the 2000s, unconfirmed rumors circulated about her experiencing depression, which she has broadly acknowledged as part of lifelong struggles with anxiety and mental health, leading to a period of recovery facilitated by stepping back from acting to focus on personal well-being.

Public image and legacy

Cultural influence and icon status

Winona Ryder emerged as a defining cultural icon of the 1990s, embodying the grunge and alternative aesthetics that resonated with youth disillusioned by mainstream norms. Her roles in films like Reality Bites (1994) and Girl, Interrupted (1999) captured the era's slacker ethos and emotional introspection, influencing a generation's view of youthful rebellion and vulnerability through casual, layered outfits such as slip dresses paired with cardigans and boots. As the "perennial nineties poster girl," Ryder's dark, romantic persona, often amplified by collaborations with director Tim Burton, positioned her as a symbol of alternative culture's blend with mainstream appeal. Ryder's fashion legacy further solidified her icon status, with her signature wispy bangs, layered vintage pieces, and eclectic mixes of high-low styling inspiring ongoing trends. She frequently wore vintage attire to events in the 1990s, blending unstructured suits, fan T-shirts, and slip dresses that prefigured the era's thrift-store revival and continue to influence designers. As a muse for Marc Jacobs, her offbeat, goth-inflected looks—such as velvet dresses and oversized pantsuits—have been reinterpreted by contemporary brands, while her characters from Beetlejuice (1988) and Heathers (1989) remain staples for Halloween costumes, with recreations of spiky bangs and black ensembles popular among fans. This enduring style influence underscores her role in democratizing alternative fashion for broader audiences. Ryder's presence has permeated media through references and parodies, highlighting her pop culture footprint. She guest-starred as Melissa Warburton in the Friends episode "The One with Rachel's Big Kiss" (2001), a nod to her earlier mention on Ross's celebrity list, blending her real-life fame with fictional homage. In The Simpsons, she voiced the character Allison Taylor in the 1994 episode "Lisa's Rival," portraying a precocious rival to Lisa Simpson and contributing to the show's satirical take on youthful intellect. The "Cry Winona" meme, drawing from her emotive performances in films like Stranger Things, gained traction in the 2020s as a shorthand for dramatic vulnerability on social platforms. Ryder has demonstrated allyship toward the LGBTQ+ community through both her roles and public statements. In Black Swan (2010), she portrayed Beth MacIntyre, a fading ballerina in a film exploring themes of sexual repression and queer desire, including lesbian hallucinations that added layers to the narrative's psychological depth. In a 2000 interview, she recounted confronting a homophobic bully in high school who mocked her for "dressing like a boy," and later shared an encounter where she challenged anti-gay remarks, emphasizing her longstanding opposition to such prejudice. These accounts, resurfaced in the 2010s, underscored her vocal support amid broader conversations on inclusivity. In the 2020s, Ryder experienced a resurgence fueled by nostalgia, amplified by the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) sequel reuniting her with original castmates and evoking 1980s fandom. Platforms like TikTok have propelled this revival through viral edits of her career evolution, from Beetlejuice to Stranger Things, reintroducing her to younger audiences. In a 2024 Esquire interview, Ryder reflected on aging in Hollywood, discussing the industry's shifts and her enduring relevance amid this nostalgic wave.

Critical reception and artistry

Winona Ryder's acting style is distinguished by its vulnerability and intensity, often conveying a raw emotional depth that captures the inner turmoil of complex characters. Influenced by iconic performers such as Bette Davis and Meryl Streep, Ryder has drawn on Davis's commanding presence in her portrayals of strong-willed women. Similarly, Streep's grounded realism in films like Silkwood (1983) informed Ryder's preparation for maternal figures, emphasizing nuanced emotional layers over performative bravado. In Girl, Interrupted (1999), Ryder prepared for the role of Susanna Kaysen by researching mental health memoirs and drawing from personal experiences of alienation to deliver an authentic depiction of borderline personality disorder. Critics have traced an evolving arc in Ryder's reception, beginning with early praise for her authentic portrayals of quirky outsiders in 1980s films like Heathers (1989), where her performance as the wisecracking Veronica Sawyer was lauded for its sharp wit and emotional honesty amid satirical violence. By the 1990s, she was celebrated as "the actress of her generation," embodying the introspective rebellion of youth in hits like Reality Bites (1994) and Little Women, earning an Academy Award nomination and solidifying her as Hollywood's most impressive ingénue. Following a career hiatus after 2001, reviewers appreciated her return to subtlety in supporting roles, such as the faded ballerina Beth MacIntyre in Black Swan (2010), where her restrained portrayal of professional decline and quiet desperation added poignant contrast to the film's psychological intensity. Her performance in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) earned a 2025 nomination for Best Actress, further highlighting her versatility. Ryder's work recurrently explores themes of outsiders and mental fragility, from the alienated teens of her early career to the grief-stricken mother Joyce Byers in Stranger Things (2016–present), where she adapts to older roles by infusing flawed, resilient humanity into a character battling disbelief and loss. This evolution highlights her ability to transition from youthful iconoclasm to mature vulnerability, as seen in Joyce's unyielding determination amid supernatural chaos. Peers have echoed this admiration; director Tim Burton, who cast her in Beetlejuice (1988), has described Ryder's "magic and unpredictability" as essential to his films' whimsical tone, while co-star Ethan Hawke praised her unparalleled depth during a 2016 reunion event. In August 2024 interviews, Ryder expressed disappointment with some younger actors' lack of cinephile enthusiasm, noting they often prioritize a film's runtime by asking "How long is it?" over its content, while praising Jenna Ortega for referencing specific shots from the 1964 film I Am Cuba during production of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. In a 2024 interview, Ryder reflected on her persistent imposter syndrome, noting feelings of being underestimated despite her legacy. Despite these strengths, critics note gaps in her coverage, such as being underrated in action genres—evident in her underappreciated turn in Alien: Resurrection (1997)—and untapped potential for roles reflecting her Eastern European Jewish heritage, which could diversify her portrayals beyond mainstream archetypes.

Filmography and accolades

Partial filmography

Winona Ryder has amassed approximately 70 acting credits across film and television over her four-decade career. The following table presents a selective partial filmography, highlighting landmark roles in chronological order, including year, title, her role, and director where applicable.
YearTitleRoleDirector(s)Notes
1986LucasRinaDavid SeltzerDebut feature film
1988BeetlejuiceLydia DeetzTim BurtonBreakthrough role
1989HeathersVeronica SawyerMichael LehmannCult classic
1990Edward ScissorhandsKim BoggsTim BurtonRomantic lead
1990MermaidsCharlotte FlaxRichard BenjaminComing-of-age drama
1993The Age of InnocenceMay WellandMartin ScorseseAcademy Award nominee
1994Little WomenJo MarchGillian ArmstrongLiterary adaptation
1999Girl, InterruptedSusanna KaysenJames MangoldLead dramatic role
2005Corpse BrideEmily (voice)Tim Burton, Mike JohnsonStop-motion animation
2009Star TrekAmanda GraysonJ.J. AbramsSci-fi franchise
2010Black SwanBeth MacIntyreDarren AronofskyPsychological thriller
2012FrankenweenieElsa Van Helsing (voice)Tim BurtonAnimated feature
2016–presentStranger ThingsJoyce ByersMatt Duffer, Ross Duffer, Shawn LevyTelevision series; Season 5 releases in volumes starting November 26, 2025
2018Destination WeddingLindsayVictor LevinRomantic comedy
2024Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceLydia DeetzTim BurtonSequel to 1988 film

Awards and nominations

Winona Ryder has garnered significant recognition for her acting, including two Academy Award nominations and one Golden Globe win, spanning her early breakout roles to her television resurgence. Over her four-decade career, she has accumulated around 59 nominations and 19 wins across various awards bodies, though she has yet to win an Oscar or Emmy for acting.

Academy Awards

Ryder received consecutive nominations in 1994 and 1995, highlighting her versatility in period dramas, but did not secure a win in either category.
YearCategoryFilmResult
1994Best Actress in a Supporting RoleThe Age of InnocenceNominated
1995Best ActressLittle WomenNominated

Golden Globe Awards

Ryder's Golden Globe accolades began with a new star nomination in 1988 and include her sole win in 1994 for a supporting role, with additional nods for lead performances in drama. She has five nominations and one win overall from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.
YearCategoryProjectResult
1988New Star of the Year – ActressBeetlejuiceNominated
1991Best Supporting Actress – Motion PictureMermaidsNominated
1994Best Supporting Actress – Motion PictureThe Age of InnocenceWon
2000Best Actress in a Motion Picture – DramaGirl, InterruptedNominated
2017Best Actress in a Television Series – DramaStranger ThingsNominated

Primetime Emmy Awards

Ryder has not received any acting nominations from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, despite critical acclaim for her television work, including Stranger Things.

Screen Actors Guild Awards

Ryder has been nominated multiple times by the SAG-AFTRA, including for a television film role and as part of ensemble casts in key projects, reflecting her collaborative impact.
YearCategoryProjectResult
2011Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or MiniseriesWhen Love Is Not Enough: The Lois Wilson StoryNominated
2017Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama SeriesStranger ThingsNominated

Other Major Awards

Ryder has earned wins from critics' groups and review boards, including two from the National Board of Review for supporting performances that underscored her early career breakthroughs. She also received a Critics' Choice nomination for Girl, Interrupted in 2000. By late 2025, she received a Satellite Award nomination for her role in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
YearAward BodyCategoryProjectResult
1990National Board of ReviewBest Supporting ActressMermaidsWon
1993National Board of ReviewBest Supporting ActressThe Age of InnocenceWon
2000Critics' Choice AwardsBest ActressGirl, InterruptedNominated
2025Satellite AwardsBest Actress in a Motion Picture, Comedy or MusicalBeetlejuice BeetlejuiceNominated

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