History of Ashton Kutcher in Timeline
Ashton Kutcher is an American actor, producer, and entrepreneur known for his role as Michael Kelso in the sitcom "That '70s Show". His film career took off with "Dude, Where's My Car?" and he later starred in romantic comedies like "Just Married" and "My Boss's Daughter". Kutcher also created and hosted the MTV prank show "Punk'd". Beyond comedies, he explored other genres with roles in the science fiction film "The Butterfly Effect" and the animated "Open Season".
February 7, 1978: Birth of Ashton Kutcher
Ashton Kutcher was born on February 7, 1978.
August 1996: Enrollment at the University of Iowa
Ashton Kutcher enrolled at the University of Iowa with a planned major in biochemical engineering in August 1996.
1998: Modeling for Calvin Klein and International Work
After an IMTA competition, Ashton Kutcher modeled for Calvin Klein and worked in Paris and Milan in 1998.
1998: Start of "That '70s Show" and Modeling Career
Ashton Kutcher began his acting career as Michael Kelso in "That '70s Show" and signed with Next modeling agency in 1998.
1999: Film Debut in "Coming Soon"
Ashton Kutcher made his film debut in the romantic comedy "Coming Soon" in 1999.
1999: Kutcher Receives Young Artist Award Nomination for "That '70s Show"
In 1999, Ashton Kutcher earned a Young Artist Award nomination for his portrayal of Michael Kelso in the television series "That '70s Show," marking early recognition for his acting talent.
2000: Breakthrough Role in "Dude, Where's My Car?"
Ashton Kutcher starred in the comedy film "Dude, Where's My Car?", which became a box office success, in 2000.
February 2001: Ashley Ellerin Murdered
In a tragic event that shook the entertainment world, Ashley Ellerin, who was romantically involved with Ashton Kutcher at the time, was murdered in February 2001.
2001: Audition for "Pearl Harbor"
Ashton Kutcher auditioned for the role of Danny Walker in "Pearl Harbor" but was not cast in 2001.
2002: Kutcher Begins Dating Brittany Murphy
In late 2002, Ashton Kutcher embarked on a romantic relationship with Brittany Murphy, his co-star in the film "Just Married."
2003: Starring Roles and Creation of "Punk'd"
Ashton Kutcher starred in romantic comedies "Just Married" and "My Boss's Daughter" and created and produced the television series "Punk'd" in 2003.
2003: Kutcher and Moore Meet
Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore crossed paths in 2003, marking the beginning of their acquaintance that would later blossom into a high-profile relationship.
2004: Kutcher Purchases Hollywood Hills Home
Ashton Kutcher acquired a house in Hollywood Hills in 2004, marking a significant real estate purchase.
2004: Lead Role in "The Butterfly Effect"
Ashton Kutcher starred in the science fiction film "The Butterfly Effect" in 2004.
2004: Described as "Hunky Young Actor"
An interviewer described Ashton Kutcher as a "hunky young actor [who] is heading in all different directions at once", highlighting his diverse career path, in 2004.
September 24, 2005: Kutcher and Moore Marry
Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore exchanged vows in a wedding ceremony on September 24, 2005, marking the beginning of their marital journey.
2005: Roles in "Guess Who" and "A Lot Like Love"
Ashton Kutcher appeared in romantic comedies "Guess Who" and "A Lot Like Love" in 2005.
2006: End of "That '70s Show" and Voice Role in "Open Season"
Ashton Kutcher's time on "That '70s Show" ended, and he had a voice role in "Open Season" in 2006.
September 2007: Kutcher Joins Ooma as Creative Director
In September 2007, Ashton Kutcher took on the role of Creative Director at Ooma, a tech startup in the Voice over Internet Protocol industry.
September 17, 2008: Kutcher Becomes Assistant Football Coach
Ashton Kutcher took on the role of assistant coach for the freshman football team at Harvard-Westlake School in Los Angeles on September 17, 2008.
2008: Appearance in "What Happens in Vegas"
Ashton Kutcher appeared in the romantic comedy "What Happens in Vegas" in 2008.
2008: Ooma Revamps Management, Replacing Kutcher
During the summer of 2008, Ooma underwent a management restructuring and brought in a new leadership team, resulting in Ashton Kutcher's replacement as creative director.
April 16, 2009: Kutcher Becomes First Twitter User to Reach 1 Million Followers
Ashton Kutcher made history on Twitter on April 16, 2009, when he became the first user on the platform to amass a following of over 1 million, surpassing CNN in a highly publicized "Million followers contest."
2009: Kutcher Describes Political Views
Ashton Kutcher, in 2009, articulated his political stance, identifying himself as a fiscal conservative and a social liberal.
2009: Kutcher Unable to Return to Coaching
Due to filming commitments for the movie "Spread," Ashton Kutcher was unable to resume his position as assistant football coach at Harvard-Westlake School in 2009.
2009: Kutcher and Moore Establish DNA Foundation
In a joint effort, Ashton Kutcher and his then-wife, Demi Moore, founded an international human rights organization in 2009. This organization, initially called DNA Foundation and later renamed Thorn: Digital Defenders of Children, is committed to combatting the sexual exploitation of children and curbing the spread of child pornography worldwide.
2010: Co-founding of A-Grade Investments
Ashton Kutcher co-founded the venture capital firm A-Grade Investments with Guy Oseary and Ron Burkle in 2010.
2010: Production and Starring Role in "Killers"
Ashton Kutcher produced and starred in the action comedy "Killers" in 2010.
February 2011: Kutcher Sells Hollywood Hills Home
Ashton Kutcher sold his residence in Hollywood Hills in February 2011, a property he had originally purchased back in 2004 for $1 million.
March 23, 2011: Kutcher Launches "A.plus" Twitter Client
On March 23, 2011, Ashton Kutcher, in partnership with UberMedia, unveiled his own Twitter client named "A.plus".
April 2011: Kutcher and Moore Campaign Against Child Sex Trafficking
In April 2011, Ashton Kutcher and then-wife Demi Moore launched a public service announcement campaign to combat child sex trafficking. However, the figures they cited regarding the number of American children involved in sexual slavery drew criticism from The Village Voice, leading to a public dispute.
May 2011: Announcement as Charlie Sheen's Replacement
Ashton Kutcher was announced as Charlie Sheen's replacement on the series "Two and a Half Men" in May 2011.
September 19, 2011: Debut on "Two and a Half Men" Breaks Ratings
Ashton Kutcher's debut as Walden Schmidt on "Two and a Half Men" drew 28.7 million viewers, surpassing the show's previous seasons, on September 19, 2011.
November 2011: Kutcher Faces Criticism for Tweet on Sandusky Scandal
Ashton Kutcher faced a wave of backlash in November 2011 following a tweet he posted regarding the Jerry Sandusky child sexual abuse scandal. In his tweet, he characterized the firing of Penn State football coach Joe Paterno as "in poor taste," a sentiment that sparked widespread condemnation.
November 17, 2011: Moore Announces Intention to Divorce
Demi Moore made a public announcement on November 17, 2011, expressing her decision to end her marriage with Ashton Kutcher.
2011: Starring Role in "No Strings Attached" and Joining "Two and a Half Men"
Ashton Kutcher starred in the romantic comedy "No Strings Attached" and began his role as Walden Schmidt on "Two and a Half Men" in 2011.
April 2012: Kutcher Joins Virgin Galactic
In April 2012, Ashton Kutcher secured his place as the 500th paying customer to sign up for a coveted seat on Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo, demonstrating his interest in space travel.
May 2012: Controversial Popchips Ad Campaign
Ashton Kutcher faced criticism for his portrayal of an Indian man using brownface and a stereotypical accent in a Popchips ad campaign in May 2012.
December 21, 2012: Kutcher Files for Divorce
After more than a year of separation, Ashton Kutcher formally initiated divorce proceedings from Demi Moore on December 21, 2012. The filing, submitted to the Los Angeles Superior Court, cited irreconcilable differences as the grounds for the dissolution of their marriage.
2012: Kutcher Begins Dating Mila Kunis
During the first half of 2012, Ashton Kutcher entered a romantic relationship with Mila Kunis, who was his former co-star from the television series "That '70s Show."
June 1, 2013: Closure of Geisha House Restaurant
On June 1, 2013, the Japanese-themed restaurant chain Geisha House, co-owned by Ashton Kutcher, closed its doors.
October 29, 2013: Lenovo Hires Kutcher as Product Engineer
On October 29, 2013, Lenovo brought Ashton Kutcher on board as a product engineer.
November 27, 2013: Kutcher and Moore's Divorce Finalized
The legal proceedings to dissolve the marriage of Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore reached their conclusion on November 27, 2013, when their divorce was officially finalized.
2013: Portrayal of Steve Jobs in "Jobs"
Ashton Kutcher portrayed Steve Jobs in the biographical film "Jobs" in 2013.
2013: Kutcher Co-founds A Plus
In 2013, Ashton Kutcher, in collaboration with Evan Beard and Kendall Dabaghi, established A Plus, with Kutcher assuming the role of chairman of the board.
2013: Kutcher's Connection to Israel
In 2013, Ashton Kutcher expressed a deep personal and spiritual connection with Israel. He described his visits to the country as a return to the source of creation, finding inspiration in its spiritual and artistic energy.
February 2014: Kutcher and Kunis Get Engaged
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis took a significant step forward in their relationship in February 2014 when they announced their engagement.
April 2014: A Plus Transitions to Social Media Platform
Initially conceived as a product discovery service, A Plus, co-founded by Ashton Kutcher, Evan Beard, and Kendall Dabaghi, underwent a transformation in April 2014. It shifted its focus to become a social media-driven content platform that prioritizes uplifting and positive stories.
October 2014: Kutcher and Kunis Welcome Daughter
Mila Kunis gave birth to a daughter in October 2014, marking the arrival of Ashton Kutcher and Kunis' first child together.
January 2015: A Plus Officially Launches
In January 2015, A Plus, the social media platform co-founded by Ashton Kutcher, was officially launched. The platform, which had transitioned from a product discovery service, aimed to provide users with a space for positive and uplifting content.
February 19, 2015: Series Finale of "Two and a Half Men"
The series finale of "Two and a Half Men" aired on February 19, 2015.
March 8, 2015: Kutcher Sparks Debate on Diaper Changing Facilities
Ashton Kutcher ignited a nationwide discussion on March 8, 2015, by raising concerns about the scarcity of diaper changing facilities in men's public restrooms.
March 2015: Launch of Sound Ventures
Ashton Kutcher announced the launch of Sound Ventures, the successor to A-Grade Investments, at SXSW in March 2015.
July 2015: Kutcher and Kunis Marry
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis sealed their love and commitment in a wedding ceremony in July 2015, officially becoming husband and wife.
September 25, 2015: Guest Appearance on "Shark Tank"
Ashton Kutcher appeared as a guest Shark on the reality TV show "Shark Tank" on September 25, 2015.
2015: End of "Two and a Half Men"
Ashton Kutcher finished his role as Walden Schmidt on "Two and a Half Men" in 2015.
November 2016: Kutcher and Kunis Welcome Son
Mila Kunis gave birth to their second child, a son, in November 2016, expanding Ashton Kutcher and Kunis' family.
2016: Forbes Valuation of A-Grade Investments
Forbes valued A-Grade Investments' holdings at $236 million in 2016.
2016: Start of "The Ranch"
Ashton Kutcher began starring in the Netflix sitcom "The Ranch" in 2016.
August 2017: Investments in Six Startups
Ashton Kutcher made investments in six startups, including Neighborly, Zenreach, ResearchGate, Duolingo, Kopari Beauty, and Lemonade, as of August 2017.
2017: Kutcher Advocates for Gun Control
In the aftermath of the tragic mass shooting in Las Vegas in 2017, Ashton Kutcher utilized his platform to advocate for stricter gun control measures.
2018: Kutcher's Religious Beliefs
While Ashton Kutcher was raised as a Catholic, he has, as an adult, embraced the practices of Kabbalah. Despite his exploration of Judaism, particularly through his wife Mila Kunis's heritage, he had not formally converted to the religion as of 2018.
2019: Kutcher Testifies at Gargiulo Trial
Although never considered a suspect, Ashton Kutcher played a pivotal role in the 2019 trial of serial killer Michael Gargiulo, the man responsible for the death of Ashley Ellerin, whom Kutcher had been dating.
2019: Kutcher Invests in Veldskoen Shoes
In 2019, Ashton Kutcher joined Mark Cuban, Steve Watts, and Angela Watts in making a substantial investment in Veldskoen Shoes, acquiring a 50% stake in the burgeoning US branch of the footwear company.
2020: End of "The Ranch"
Ashton Kutcher's role in the Netflix sitcom "The Ranch" ended in 2020.
July 16, 2021: Gargiulo Sentenced to Death
Michael Gargiulo was found guilty and sentenced to death on July 16, 2021, for the murder of Ashley Ellerin.
March 2022: Kutcher and Kunis Fundraise for Ukrainian Refugees
Ashton Kutcher and his wife, Mila Kunis, took action to support refugees fleeing the conflict in Ukraine in March 2022. They established a GoFundMe campaign to assist two online companies, Airbnb and Flexport, in their efforts to aid those displaced by the violence instigated by Russia's military intervention.
April 30, 2022: Guest Appearance Announcement for "That '90s Show"
It was announced that Ashton Kutcher would make a guest appearance in "That '90s Show" on April 30, 2022.
August 2022: Kutcher Reveals Vasculitis Diagnosis
In August 2022, Ashton Kutcher publicly shared his experience with a vasculitis diagnosis he received two years prior, outlining the significant impact it had on his physical well-being, including affecting his hearing, vision, and mobility over the course of a year.
November 6, 2022: Kutcher Completes NYC Marathon
Ashton Kutcher achieved a personal milestone on November 6, 2022, by successfully completing the 2022 New York City Marathon.
2022: Starring Role in "Vengeance"
Ashton Kutcher starred in the comedy thriller "Vengeance" in 2022.