Bradley Cooper's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Bradley Cooper. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Bradley Cooper is a highly acclaimed American actor and filmmaker. He's garnered numerous accolades, including a BAFTA and three Grammys, and has received multiple nominations for Oscars, Golden Globes, and a Tony Award. His influence is further underscored by appearances on the Forbes Celebrity 100 and Time's 100 most influential people list. Cooper's films have achieved substantial commercial success, grossing over $13 billion globally, positioning him among the world's highest-paid actors on several occasions.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2004: Sobriety

Since 2004, Bradley Cooper has abstained from alcohol and drugs, a decision he credits with saving his life.

2009: Breakthrough Role in The Hangover

In 2009, Bradley Cooper had his breakthrough role in "The Hangover", a critically and commercially successful comedy that significantly boosted his career.

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2011: Named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive

In 2011, Bradley Cooper was named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, recognizing his widespread appeal and attractiveness.

2012: Success with Silver Linings Playbook

In 2012, Bradley Cooper found greater success with the romantic comedy "Silver Linings Playbook".

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2013: Empire's Sexiest Movie Stars Rank & Celebrity 100

In 2013, Bradley Cooper ranked tenth on Empire's list of the 100 Sexiest Movie Stars and Forbes ranked him first on their Celebrity 100: Ones To Watch list.

2014: American Sniper release and success

In 2014, Bradley Cooper starred in and co-produced "American Sniper", a biographical war drama directed by Clint Eastwood, where he played Chris Kyle. He underwent extensive training and gained 40 pounds of muscle for the role. The film was a major success, becoming Cooper's highest-grossing live-action film. Cooper won an MTV Movie Award and was nominated for an Academy Award.

2014: Guardians of the Galaxy and The Elephant Man

In 2014, Bradley Cooper voiced Rocket Raccoon in "Guardians of the Galaxy", and he returned to Broadway in "The Elephant Man" as Joseph Merrick, receiving a Tony Award nomination for his performance.

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2014: Celebrity 100

In 2014, Bradley Cooper was featured on Celebrity 100, a list based on the income and popularity of celebrities, as selected annually by Forbes.

2015: Broadway Revival of The Elephant Man

From 2014 to 2015, Bradley Cooper appeared in a Broadway revival of The Elephant Man, for which he was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play in 2015.

2015: Included in Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2015, Bradley Cooper was included in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world, acknowledging his significant impact in entertainment.

2018: Produced, Wrote, Directed, and Starred in A Star Is Born

In 2018, Bradley Cooper produced, wrote, directed, and starred in the musical romance "A Star Is Born", winning a BAFTA Award and two Grammys for his contributions to the film's soundtrack and lead single.

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2019: Joker and Avengers: Endgame

In 2019, Bradley Cooper co-produced "Joker", which became the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time. Cooper also returned as Rocket in "Avengers: Endgame".

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2021: Licorice Pizza and Nightmare Alley

In 2021, Bradley Cooper appeared in "Licorice Pizza" and starred in "Nightmare Alley", both receiving critical acclaim. In Nightmare Alley, Cooper gave what critic Charles Bramesco called 'his most vulnerable and harrowing performance to date'. Cooper garnered his fourth Academy Award nomination for Best Picture for producing Nightmare Alley.

2023: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and Maestro

In 2023, Bradley Cooper voiced Rocket in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3". He also directed, produced, co-wrote, and starred in "Maestro", a biographical drama about Leonard Bernstein, for which he received multiple award nominations. Controversy arose over Cooper's use of a prosthetic nose to play Bernstein.

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