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Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron, born 7 August 1975, is a critically acclaimed actress and producer hailing from South Africa. Gaining international prominence in the 1990s, Theron starred in blockbuster hits such as 'The Devil's Advocate' (1997), 'Mighty Joe Young' (1998), and 'The Cider House Rules' (1999). She received several awards for her chilling portrayal of serial killer Aileen Wuornos in 'Monster' (2003), cementing her place as one of Hollywood's formidable talents. Her roles often involved psychologically complex characters, demonstrating her depth and versatility as an actress. Continuing her prolific career, Theron headlined major action films like 'The Italian Job' (2003), 'Hancock' (2008), 'Mad Max: Fury Road' (2015), and 'Atomic Blonde' (2017) to name a few. Also known for her behind-the-scenes influence, Theron delved into film production, establishing her company Denver and Delilah Productions, which produced many films she starred in. Apart from her artistic pursuits, Theron is recognized for her advocacy. She formed The Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project to help African youth combat HIV/AIDS, and she has been honored as a United Nations Messenger of Peace.
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Given Name: Charlize Theron
Born: Benoni, Transvaal, South Africa
Citizenship: South Africa, United States
Birthday: August 7, 1975
Occupations: Actress, Producer
Years Active: 1995-present
Children: 2
Spouses: Stuart Townsend (2001–2009)
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Awards and Nominations Received by Charlize Theron
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Movies Featuring Charlize Theron
Fast X
The Fate of the Furious
The School for Good and Evil
The Old Guard
A Million Ways to Die in the West
The Huntsman: Winter's War
Snow White and the Huntsman
Tully
Monster
In the Valley of Elah
Kubo and the Two Strings
That Thing You Do!
Bombshell
Dark Places
Mad Max: Fury Road
The Last Face
North Country
Head in the Clouds
Atomic Blonde
Gringo
Hancock
Long Shot
Sleepwalking
Prometheus
The Yards
Waking Up in Reno
The Cider House Rules
The Addams Family 2
The Addams Family
Mighty Joe Young
Trapped
Æon Flux
The Italian Job
F9: The Fast Saga
The Road
Sweet November
The Astronaut's Wife
Reindeer Games
2 Days in the Valley
The Old Guard 2
Wikus and Charlize
The Furious Gods: Making Prometheus
Maximum Fury: Filming ‘Fury Road’
Going Mad: The Battle of Fury Road
Take Flight
Captured on Film: The True Story of Marion Davies
The Life and Death of Peter Sellers
Boffo! Tinseltown’s Bombs and Blockbusters
F9
Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love
Trial and Error
Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Hollywood Confidential
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