History of Brie Larson in Timeline
Brie Larson, born Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers, is a highly acclaimed American actress known for her diverse roles in both comedies and dramatic films. Starting with supporting roles in her teenage years, she transitioned to leading roles in independent films and major blockbusters. Her exceptional talent has earned her prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. In 2019, Time magazine recognized her influence by including her in their list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
1974: Release of "The Gambler" Inspiration
The 1974 film "The Gambler", which served as the inspiration for the 2014 remake Larson starred in, was released.
October 1, 1989: Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers is born
Brie Larson, whose birth name is Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers, was born on October 1, 1989, in Sacramento, California.
1997: Inspired by Selena
Brie Larson was inspired to pursue acting after watching Jennifer Lopez in the movie Selena (1997).
1998: Acting Debut on The Tonight Show
Brie Larson began her acting career in 1998 with a comedy sketch on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
1998: First Acting Job
Brie Larson's first acting job was performing in a commercial parody for Barbie on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in 1998.
2000: Cast in Schimmel
Larson was cast in the sitcom Schimmel in 2000, which was cancelled before airing.
2001: Raising Dad Sitcom
Larson appeared as a regular in the sitcom Raising Dad in 2001.
2001: Raising Dad Premieres
The sitcom Raising Dad, starring Brie Larson, premiered in 2001.
2003: Right on Track Release
Larson starred in the Disney Channel film Right on Track in 2003.
2003: Thirteen Casting
Brie Larson unsuccessfully auditioned for a role in the film Thirteen (2003).
2003: "Invisible Girl" Release
After failing to secure a part in the film Peter Pan (2003), Larson wrote and recorded the song "Invisible Girl".
2004: Sleepover and 13 Going on 30
Larson had roles in the films Sleepover and 13 Going on 30 in 2004.
2005: Finally Out of P.E. Album Release
Brie Larson released her debut music album, Finally Out of P.E., in 2005.
2005: Music Career and Finally Out of P.E.
In 2005, Brie Larson pursued a music career, releasing the album Finally Out of P.E. and touring with Jesse McCartney.
2006: Hoot Film Release
Larson appeared in the comedy film Hoot in 2006.
2006: Hoot Released
The film Hoot, featuring Brie Larson, was released in 2006.
2007: Juno Casting and DJing
Larson unsuccessfully auditioned for a role in Juno (2007) and worked as a DJ to support herself.
2009: Brie Larson's Television Debut and Early Film Roles
In 2009, Brie Larson debuted as Kate Gregson in the Showtime series "United States of Tara", replacing Portia Doubleday. She also appeared in films like "Tanner Hall", "House Broken", and "Just Peck".
2009: United States of Tara Begins
Larson appeared in the television series United States of Tara from 2009 to 2011.
2010: Critically Acclaimed Film: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, released in 2010, is among Larson's most critically acclaimed films.
2010: Stage Debut and Rising Film Profile
In 2010, Brie Larson appeared in a stage production of "Our Town" at the Williamstown Theatre Festival. She also starred in films like "Greenberg" and "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World", which helped raise her profile.
2010: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Release
Larson had a supporting role in the film Scott Pilgrim vs. the World in 2010.
2011: "Rampart" and Exploring Challenging Roles
Larson took on an emotionally demanding role as the daughter of a corrupt cop in the 2011 film "Rampart". She found it difficult to disconnect from the intense character after filming.
2011: United States of Tara Concludes
The final season of the television series United States of Tara, featuring Brie Larson, aired in 2011.
2011: "United States of Tara" Cancellation
In 2011, "United States of Tara", the show in which Larson played Kate Gregson, was cancelled after three seasons.
2012: Critically Acclaimed Film: 21 Jump Street
21 Jump Street, released in 2012, is among Larson's most critically acclaimed films.
2012: Unsuccessful Audition for Unicorn Store
In 2012, Brie Larson unsuccessfully auditioned for a role in the film "Unicorn Store." She later directed and starred in the film, which premiered in 2017 and was released on Netflix in 2019.
2012: Filmmaking Debut and Mainstream Recognition
In 2012, Larson co-wrote and co-directed the short film "The Arm", which won an award at Sundance. She also appeared in "The Trouble with Bliss" and gained wider recognition with "21 Jump Street".
2012: 21 Jump Street Release
Larson appeared in the film 21 Jump Street in 2012.
2013: Filming of Basmati Blues
In 2013, Brie Larson filmed the musical romance "Basmati Blues," which was later released in 2017 and received criticism for its narrative.
2013: Critically Acclaimed Films: Short Term 12, Don Jon, The Spectacular Now
Short Term 12, Don Jon, and The Spectacular Now, all released in 2013, are among Larson's most critically acclaimed films.
2013: Relationship with Alex Greenwald Begins
Brie Larson began dating musician Alex Greenwald in 2013.
2013: Expanding Filmography with Romantic Dramas
In 2013, Brie Larson appeared in the romantic dramas "Don Jon" and "The Spectacular Now", starring alongside Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Miles Teller, respectively.
2013: Breakthrough with "Short Term 12" and Diverse Roles
Brie Larson's breakthrough came in 2013 with her leading role in "Short Term 12". She also appeared in "Don Jon" and "The Spectacular Now", showcasing her versatility.
2013: Short Term 12 and The Spectacular Now
Brie Larson had a leading role in the independent drama Short Term 12 and a supporting role in The Spectacular Now, both in 2013.
2014: Launch of Women of Cinefamily and Response to Sexual Assault Allegations
In 2014, Brie Larson co-founded Women of Cinefamily, a program showcasing films by and starring women. She also publicly supported victims of sexual assault allegations against Cinefamily executives.
2014: Supporting Role in "The Gambler"
In 2014, Larson played a supporting role in the crime drama "The Gambler", starring Mark Wahlberg.
2015: Critically Acclaimed Films: Trainwreck and Room
Trainwreck and Room, both released in 2015, are among Larson's most critically acclaimed films.
2015: Reflecting on Early Career
In 2015, Brie Larson reflected on the challenges of her early acting career.
2015: Room and Trainwreck
Larson appeared in the films Room and Trainwreck in 2015.
2015: Appearances in "Digging for Fire" and "Trainwreck"
In 2015, Brie Larson appeared in the films "Digging for Fire" and "Trainwreck", showcasing her range in comedy-drama and comedy genres.
2016: Academy Membership and Board of Governors Finalist
Brie Larson joined the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2016 and was a finalist for the organization's board of governors.
2016: Exploring Genre Films: "Free Fire" and "Kong: Skull Island"
Brie Larson starred in the action-comedy "Free Fire" and the blockbuster "Kong: Skull Island" in 2016, marking her first big-budget mainstream release.
2016: Recognition and Accolades
In 2016, Larson was featured in Forbes' 30 Under 30 list and People's annual beauty list.
2016: Support for Sexual Assault Survivors
In 2016, following Lady Gaga's performance at the Academy Awards, Brie Larson hugged sexual abuse survivors who had appeared on stage with the singer.
2016: Public Perception and Personality
In 2016, various publications described Larson's off-screen persona as athletic, warm, and intellectually curious.
2016: Engagement to Alex Greenwald
Larson and Greenwald got engaged in 2016.
2017: Kong: Skull Island
Larson starred in the film Kong: Skull Island in 2017.
2017: Critically Acclaimed Film: Kong: Skull Island
Kong: Skull Island, released in 2017, is among Larson's most critically acclaimed films.
2017: The Glass Castle and Other Projects
In 2017, Brie Larson starred in "The Glass Castle," reunited with director Destin Daniel Cretton, and portrayed Jeannette Walls. She also appeared in the poorly received "Basmati Blues" which was filmed earlier in 2013 and faced criticism. Additionally, 2017 marked Larson's directorial debut with "Unicorn Store," which was later released on Netflix in 2019.
2017: Unicorn Store Directorial Debut
Brie Larson made her feature film directorial debut with Unicorn Store in 2017.
2017: Fundraising and Activism
In 2017, Larson participated in fundraising for the Motion Picture & Television Fund, co-hosted a Women in Film event, and was involved in political activism, including the Women's March on Washington and speaking out against Donald Trump's policies.
2018: Advocacy for Diversity in Film Criticism
At the 2018 Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards, Larson advocated for greater diversity among film critics and proposed representation quotas for underrepresented journalists at film festivals.
2018: Time's Up and Inclusion Rider
In 2018, Brie Larson co-founded the Time's Up initiative and became one of the first actors to incorporate an inclusion rider in her contracts.
2018: IndieWire Recognition
Larson was named among the best American actors under 30 by IndieWire in 2018.
2019: Promoting Diversity and Social Inclusion
In 2019, Larson guest-edited Stylist magazine, focusing on diversity and social inclusion. She also spoke out about the gender pay gap in Hollywood and was recognized by Variety for her work with the Equal Justice Initiative.
2019: Captain Marvel
Larson starred as Captain Marvel in the film of the same name in 2019.
2019: End of Engagement and New Relationship
Larson and Greenwald's engagement ended in 2019, and Larson began a relationship with Elijah Allan-Blitz.
2019: Wax Statue and Time 100
In 2019, Madame Tussauds unveiled a wax statue of Larson as Captain Marvel, and Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
2019: Captain Marvel and Avengers: Endgame
In 2019, Brie Larson starred as Captain Marvel in the MCU film of the same name, marking Marvel Studios' first female-led film. She also reprised the role in "Avengers: Endgame." Both films achieved significant box office success.
2019: Unicorn Store Release on Netflix
In 2019, Brie Larson's directorial debut, "Unicorn Store," was released on Netflix after its premiere at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival.
2019: Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People
In 2019, Brie Larson was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
2019: Just Mercy
In 2019, Brie Larson appeared in the supporting role of Eva Ansley in "Just Mercy," based on Bryan Stevenson's memoir, and worked with director Destin Daniel Cretton for the third time.
2019: Advocacy for Diversity and Criticism
In 2019, Brie Larson advocated for diversity in film criticism, leading to online backlash and review bombing of "Captain Marvel."
2019: Critically Acclaimed Films: Captain Marvel and Avengers: Endgame
Captain Marvel and Avengers: Endgame, released in 2019, are among Larson's most critically acclaimed films.
2020: YouTube Channel and Podcast Launch
Larson started her YouTube channel and co-hosted the podcast "Learning Lots" in 2020.
2020: The Messy Truth VR Experience
Larson produced the virtual reality series The Messy Truth VR Experience in 2020.
2020: Support for "Defund the Police" Movement
Larson endorsed the "defund the police" movement in 2020.
2020: Primetime Emmy Award for The Messy Truth VR Experience
In 2020, Larson won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Interactive Program for producing The Messy Truth VR Experience.
2020: Emmy Award and Pandemic Projects
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Brie Larson focused on personal projects and won a Primetime Emmy Award for her work on "The Messy Truth VR Experience."
2022: Disney Projects and Fortnite
In 2022, Brie Larson reprised her role as Captain Marvel for Disney theme park attractions, worked on Disney+ projects "Growing Up" and "Remembering," and appeared in the video game "Fortnite Battle Royale."
2023: Cannes Film Festival Jury Member
Brie Larson served as a jury member at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.
2023: Return to Acting and The Marvels
In 2023, Brie Larson returned to acting after a hiatus, appearing in "Fast X" and reprising her role as Captain Marvel in "The Marvels." She also voiced Envy Adams in "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" and narrated Disney's Candlelight Processional.
2023: Lessons in Chemistry
In 2023, Brie Larson starred in and executive produced the Apple TV+ miniseries "Lessons in Chemistry," an adaptation of Bonnie Garmus's novel. She received award nominations for her performance.
2023: Lessons in Chemistry
Larson starred in the miniseries Lessons in Chemistry in 2023.
2023: End of Relationship with Elijah Allan-Blitz
Larson stated that she was single in 2023, indicating the end of her relationship with Allan-Blitz.
2025: West End Debut in Elektra
Brie Larson is set to make her West End theatre debut in the title role of Sophocles' "Elektra" in 2025.