Brie Larson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 31, 2026

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Brie Larson.

Brie Larson, born Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers, is an accomplished American actress, singer, and filmmaker. Starting with comedic supporting roles as a teenager, she transitioned to leading roles in both independent films and major blockbusters. Her work has been recognized with numerous awards, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. In 2019, Time magazine acknowledged her influence by including her in their list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2013: Breakthrough Role in Short Term 12

In 2013, Brie Larson had her breakthrough role as a social worker in the independent drama Short Term 12, gaining critical acclaim.

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2015: Recognition for Performance in Room

In 2015, Brie Larson gained wider recognition and received the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as a kidnapping victim in the drama Room.

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2016: Forbes 30 Under 30 and People's Beauty List

In 2016, Brie Larson was featured by Forbes in their 30 Under 30 list and was included by People in their annual beauty list.

2018: Named Among Best American Actors Under 30

In 2018, Brie Larson was named among the best American actors under 30 by IndieWire.

2019: Speaking Out on Diversity and Social Issues

In 2019, Brie Larson remarked upon the lack of diversity among film critics and journalists, noting they were "overwhelmingly white male", which led to trolling and review bombing of the Captain Marvel page on Rotten Tomatoes. In 2019, she guest-edited an issue of Stylist magazine to bring attention to diversity and social inclusion, and at the Women in the World Annual Summit, she spoke out against the gender pay gap in Hollywood. Variety honored Larson in 2019 for her work with the Equal Justice Initiative.

2019: Starred as Captain Marvel and in Avengers: Endgame

In 2019, Brie Larson starred as Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel in Captain Marvel, Marvel Studios' first female-led film. She also reprised the role in Avengers: Endgame. Captain Marvel grossed over $1 billion, and Avengers: Endgame became the highest-grossing film of all time briefly.

2019: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2019, Brie Larson was recognized by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world, acknowledging her impact and contributions.

2020: Won Emmy Award for The Messy Truth VR Experience

In 2020, Brie Larson won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Interactive Program for producing the virtual reality series The Messy Truth VR Experience.

2020: Break from acting and Emmy win for The Messy Truth VR Experience

In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Brie Larson took a break from acting and focused on personal interests. She also produced and appeared in The Messy Truth VR Experience, winning a Primetime Emmy Award.

2023: Starred in Lessons in Chemistry

In 2023, Brie Larson starred in the miniseries Lessons in Chemistry, earning a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress.

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2023: Lessons in Chemistry miniseries release

In 2023, Lessons in Chemistry, a miniseries adaptation of Bonnie Garmus's novel, was released on Apple TV+. Brie Larson served as an executive producer and starred in the series, receiving Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.