Olivia Wilde

Olivia Wilde (born Olivia Jane Cockburn; March 10, 1984) is an accomplished American actress, director, and producer. Known for her diverse roles in film and television, she gained prominence as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on the critically acclaimed medical-drama series House from 2007 until 2012, and for her roles in action films such as Tron: Legacy (2010) and Cowboys & Aliens (2011). She also appeared in the comedy film The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013), the romantic drama Her (2013) and the horror film The Lazarus Effect (2015).

With a deep grounding in theater, she made her Broadway debut playing Julia in 1984 (2017). Wilde then made a successful shift behind the lens, making her directorial debut with the highly praised teen comedy Booksmart (2019), which received critical acclaim and won the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature. She had exposure to international cinema from early on as she grew up spending summers in Ireland. Her professional surname 'Wilde' is a tribute to Irish author Oscar Wilde. Wilde's career has been multifaceted, with her segments of work extending to documentary shorts and music video direction.