Amanda Seyfried is an American actress, singer, and songwriter known for her work in both film and television. She began her career as a teenager with roles in soap operas like "As the World Turns" and "All My Children." Seyfried gained recognition for her role in the popular teen comedy "Mean Girls" and further solidified her career with her performances in the television series "Veronica Mars" and "Big Love."
December 3, 1985: Birth of Amanda Seyfried
Amanda Michelle Seyfried was born on December 3, 1985.
1999: Origin of "Mamma Mia!"
The musical "Mamma Mia!", which would later be adapted into the film starring Amanda Seyfried, premiered in 1999.
1999: Acting Debut
Amanda Seyfried began her acting career at the age of 15.
2000: Early Television Roles
Amanda Seyfried started her acting career with a recurring role in the CBS soap opera "As the World Turns", playing the character of Lucy Montgomery.
2001: Continuing Television Work
Amanda Seyfried continued to build her acting experience with her role in "As the World Turns" in 2001.
2001: End of "As the World Turns" Role
Amanda Seyfried's recurring role as Lucy Montgomery in the CBS soap opera "As the World Turns" ended in 2001.
2002: New Role on "All My Children"
Amanda Seyfried landed the recurring role of Joni Stafford on the ABC soap opera "All My Children".
2003: High School Graduation
Amanda Seyfried graduated from William Allen High School in Allentown in 2003.
2003: From Modeling to Acting
While still a teenager, Amanda Seyfried began modeling and working as a waitress. During this time, she also pursued acting, taking vocal lessons, studying opera, and training with a Broadway coach.
2003: "All My Children" and Transition to Film
Amanda Seyfried appeared as Joni Stafford in the ABC soap opera "All My Children" in 2003. This marked her transition from modeling to a primary focus on acting.
2003: Landing the Role of Karen Smith
Although initially considered for other roles, Amanda Seyfried was cast as Karen Smith in "Mean Girls" in 2003.
2004: Guest Appearances and "Veronica Mars"
Amanda Seyfried made guest appearances on several television shows and portrayed the recurring character of Lilly Kane in "Veronica Mars".
2004: Choosing Acting Over University
Amanda Seyfried made the decision to pursue her acting career and turned down a place at Fordham University after being offered a role in the film "Mean Girls".
2004: Breakthrough with "Mean Girls"
Amanda Seyfried rose to fame with her role as Karen Smith in the teen comedy "Mean Girls" in 2004.
2005: Independent Film Recognition
Amanda Seyfried won the Best Actress award at the Locarno International Film Festival for her role in the independent film "Nine Lives".
March 12, 2006: Premiere of "Big Love"
The HBO drama series "Big Love", featuring Amanda Seyfried as Sarah Henrickson, premiered on March 12, 2006.
2006: Start of "Big Love" and Continued Film Roles
Amanda Seyfried began her role as Sarah Henrickson in the HBO drama series "Big Love" in 2006, further raising her profile.
2006: Expanding Filmography
Amanda Seyfried took on various roles in film and television, including appearances in "Wildfire" and "Alpha Dog" in 2006.
March 2008: Cast in "Jennifer's Body"
Amanda Seyfried was cast in the horror comedy "Jennifer's Body" in March 2008.
2008: Leading Role and Soundtrack Success
Amanda Seyfried's first leading role was in "Mamma Mia!", which also led to the release of several songs she performed for the film's soundtrack.
2008: Amanda Seyfried Begins Dating Dominic Cooper
Amanda Seyfried began an on-and-off relationship with actor Dominic Cooper in 2008.
2008: Amanda Seyfried in Vanity Fair's "Bright Young Hollywood"
Amanda Seyfried was featured in Vanity Fair's "Bright Young Hollywood" article in 2008.
2008: Musical Success with "Mamma Mia!"
Amanda Seyfried starred in the musical film adaptation of "Mamma Mia!" in 2008, which became a global box office hit.
January 2009: Amanda Seyfried's Role in A Woman of No Importance Canceled
Amanda Seyfried was set to appear in the film adaptation of Oscar Wilde's "A Woman of No Importance" in late January 2009. However, the film faced financial challenges and was ultimately shelved.
February 22, 2009: Appearance at the 81st Academy Awards
Amanda Seyfried presented an award and performed at the 81st Academy Awards ceremony on February 22, 2009.
March 2009: Considered for "Sucker Punch"
Director Zack Snyder considered Amanda Seyfried for the lead role in "Sucker Punch", but she had to decline due to scheduling conflicts with "Big Love".
June 26, 2009: Premiere of "Boogie Woogie"
The ensemble comedy-drama "Boogie Woogie", featuring Amanda Seyfried as Paige Oppenheimer, premiered at the Edinburgh International Film Festival on June 26, 2009.
September 2009: Chloe Premieres at Toronto International Film Festival
"Chloe," starring Amanda Seyfried, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2009.
September 18, 2009: Release of "Jennifer's Body"
The horror comedy "Jennifer's Body", starring Amanda Seyfried, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and was released in theaters on September 18, 2009.
December 2009: Announcement of Departure from "Big Love"
Amanda Seyfried announced her departure from "Big Love" after the fourth season to concentrate on her film career.
2009: Amanda Seyfried and Dominic Cooper's Relationship Ends
Amanda Seyfried and Dominic Cooper ended their on-and-off relationship in 2009.
2009: Exploring Different Genres
Amanda Seyfried appeared in the horror comedy "Jennifer's Body", showcasing her range as an actress in 2009.
2009: Amanda Seyfried Makes People's Annual Beauty List
Amanda Seyfried was included in People magazine's annual beauty list in 2009.
February 5, 2010: Release of "Dear John"
"Dear John", a film adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' novel starring Amanda Seyfried and Channing Tatum, was released on February 5, 2010. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the film achieved commercial success, ending the box office reign of "Avatar".
March 26, 2010: Chloe Released
On March 26, 2010, Sony Pictures Classics released the erotic thriller "Chloe," starring Amanda Seyfried as the title character.
April 25, 2010: US Release of "Boogie Woogie"
"Boogie Woogie" was released in US theaters on April 25, 2010.
2010: Amanda Seyfried's Career Achievements
In 2010, Amanda Seyfried was recognized for her work with several accolades and nominations. She was named "Showest Breakthrough Female Star of The Year" for her role in "Letters to Juliet," received the "Scared-As-S**T" award for her performance in "Jennifer's Body," and earned a nomination for Best Female Performance at the MTV Movie Awards for "Dear John." Additionally, she was included in Forbes' "17 Stars To Watch" list and garnered three Teen Choice Award nominations.
2010: Amanda Seyfried Becomes Clé de Peau Beauté Ambassador
Amanda Seyfried was selected as the brand ambassador, muse, and spokesperson for the French-Japanese luxury skincare brand Clé de Peau Beauté in 2010.
2010: Romance and Literary Adaptations
Amanda Seyfried starred in two romance films based on novels: "Dear John" and "Letters to Juliet" in 2010.
2010: Amanda Seyfried Makes People's Annual Beauty List
Amanda Seyfried was included in People magazine's annual beauty list in 2010.
March 11, 2011: Red Riding Hood Released
"Red Riding Hood," directed by Catherine Hardwicke and starring Amanda Seyfried as Valerie, premiered on March 11, 2011.
October 2011: In Time Released
"In Time," starring Amanda Seyfried and Justin Timberlake, premiered in October 2011.
2011: Fairytale and Sci-Fi Roles
Amanda Seyfried took on diverse roles in 2011, starring as Valerie in the fantasy film "Red Riding Hood" and as Sylvia Weis in the science fiction thriller "In Time".
2011: Conclusion of "Big Love"
Amanda Seyfried's time on "Big Love" concluded after five seasons in 2011, allowing her to focus on her burgeoning film career.
2011: People Magazine Recognizes Amanda Seyfried
In 2011, Amanda Seyfried was featured in People magazine's "25 Beauties (and Hotties) at 25" article.
July 2012: Amanda Seyfried Begins Dating Desmond Harrington
Amanda Seyfried started dating actor Desmond Harrington, known for his role in the TV series "Dexter," in July of 2012.
2012: Amanda Seyfried Stars in Gone and Les Misérables
In 2012, Amanda Seyfried starred in the thriller "Gone." Later that year, she portrayed Cosette in the critically acclaimed film adaptation of "Les Misérables," which received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.
2012: Amanda Seyfried Featured in "Beautiful at Every Age"
Amanda Seyfried was featured in People magazine's "Beautiful at Every Age" article in 2012.
2012: Amanda Seyfried Earns SAG Award Nomination for Les Misérables
For her role in the 2012 film adaptation of "Les Misérables," Amanda Seyfried received a nomination from the Screen Actors Guild for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
2012: Period Drama Performance
Amanda Seyfried showcased her dramatic abilities as Cosette in the historical musical film "Les Misérables" in 2012.
April 2013: Amanda Seyfried and Desmond Harrington Break Up
Amanda Seyfried and Desmond Harrington ended their relationship in April 2013.
May 2013: Amanda Seyfried Becomes Face of Givenchy Fragrance
In May 2013, Amanda Seyfried was chosen as the global face of Givenchy's Very Irresistible Fragrance.
2013: Amanda Seyfried's Busy Year in Film
Amanda Seyfried had a busy year in 2013, lending her voice to the comedy "The Big Wedding" and the animated film "Epic." She also took on the challenging role of Linda Lovelace in the biopic "Lovelace," earning praise from critics. Additionally, she appeared in the drama "The End of Love" and was initially slated to star in the film adaptation of "Z for Zachariah" but was replaced due to production delays.
2014: Western Adventure
Amanda Seyfried starred in the comedy western "A Million Ways to Die in the West" in 2014.
2015: Amanda Seyfried Overcomes Stage Fright
Amanda Seyfried, who has openly discussed her experiences with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic attacks, also shared that she had long struggled with stage fright. This fear prevented her from taking on theater productions for a significant portion of her career. However, she decided to confront this challenge in 2015.
2015: Voice Acting and Family Comedy
Amanda Seyfried lent her voice to the character of Mary Beth Caldwell in the comedy sequel "Ted 2" in 2015.
2015: Amanda Seyfried and Justin Long Break Up
Amanda Seyfried and actor Justin Long ended their relationship in 2015 after dating for two years.
2015: Amanda Seyfried Stars in Ted 2 and Pan
Amanda Seyfried starred in two films in 2015: the comedy sequel "Ted 2" alongside Mark Wahlberg and Seth MacFarlane and the fantasy film "Pan," where she played the role of Peter Pan's mother.
June 2016: Amanda Seyfried Stars in Miu Miu's Campaign
In June 2016, Amanda Seyfried, along with other notable models, was featured in Miu Miu's Fall Winter 2016 Collection Campaign.
September 12, 2016: Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski Announce Engagement
Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski confirmed their engagement on September 12, 2016, after beginning their relationship earlier that year.
March 2017: Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski Get Married
Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski were married in March 2017.
2017: Historical Drama
Amanda Seyfried appeared in the historical drama "First Reformed" in 2017.
2018: Return to "Mamma Mia!" Franchise
Amanda Seyfried reprised her role in the sequel "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" in 2018.
2018: Amanda Seyfried in Anon and Mamma Mia! Sequel
In 2018, Amanda Seyfried starred as a futuristic visual hacker in the Netflix film "Anon" alongside Clive Owen. She also reprised her role as Sophie Sheridan in "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again," the sequel to the popular musical.
October 2019: Amanda Seyfried Becomes Lancôme Ambassador
In October 2019, Amanda Seyfried was named the global ambassador for the French luxury cosmetics house Lancôme.
2019: Amanda Seyfried Stars in The Art of Racing in the Rain
In 2019, Amanda Seyfried took on the role of Eve in "The Art of Racing in the Rain," a comedy-drama based on the bestselling book of the same name.
2020: Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski Welcome Their Second Child
Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski welcomed their second child, a son, in 2020.
2020: Critical Acclaim for "Mank"
Amanda Seyfried received widespread critical praise and several award nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, for her performance as Marion Davies in David Fincher's biographical drama "Mank" in 2020.
2020: Amanda Seyfried's Voice Acting and Critical Acclaim
In 2020, Amanda Seyfried showcased her voice acting talents as Daphne Blake in the animated film "Scoob!" She also starred in the psychological horror film "You Should Have Left" alongside Kevin Bacon. Notably, she received critical acclaim for her portrayal of actress Marion Davies in David Fincher's "Mank," earning her nominations for both a Golden Globe and an Academy Award.
2020: Amanda Seyfried Receives Critical Acclaim for Mank
In 2020, Amanda Seyfried's performance as actress Marion Davies in the biographical drama "Mank" garnered her significant critical acclaim, including nominations for an Academy Award, a Critics' Choice Movie Award, and a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress.
February 2021: "Mamma Mia!" Remains a Box Office Success
As of February 2021, "Mamma Mia!" remained a significant box office success, ranking as one of the highest-grossing films of all time.
2022: Award-Winning Performance in "The Dropout" and Recognition
Amanda Seyfried won both a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award for her portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes in the Hulu miniseries "The Dropout" in 2022, further solidifying her status as a talented actress. In the same year, she was also recognized by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
2022: Amanda Seyfried Wins Emmy for The Dropout
Amanda Seyfried's portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes in the Hulu miniseries "The Dropout" in 2022 earned her widespread recognition and numerous accolades. Her performance won her a Primetime Emmy Award, a Critics' Choice Award, and a Golden Globe Award for Outstanding Actress in a Miniseries or Movie. She was also nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for her work on the show.