Childhood and Education Journey of Brooke Shields in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Brooke Shields. A timeline of key moments.

Brooke Shields is an American actress who began her career as a child model. She gained significant attention at age 12 for her role in the film *Pretty Baby* (1978), which featured nude scenes shot when she was 11. Shields continued modeling and starred in dramas such as *The Blue Lagoon* (1980) and *Endless Love* (1981) during her late teens and early twenties. She is known for her early entry into the entertainment industry and the controversies surrounding her early roles.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Controversies & Scandals

July 1987: Transcript Published in Life magazine

In July 1987, Brooke Shields's Princeton University transcript was published in Life magazine, sparking commentary on the breadth of her liberal arts education.

1989: Anti-fur stance

In 1989, Brooke Shields came out against the fur industry.

1990: Montana Ranch Purchase

In 1990, Brooke Shields purchased a ranch near Big Timber, Montana.

1993: Relationship with Andre Agassi

In 1993, Brooke Shields began a relationship with Andre Agassi.

1993: Michael Jackson Dating Claim

In 1993, Michael Jackson stated in an interview with Oprah Winfrey that he was dating Brooke Shields at the time.

1997: Marriage to Andre Agassi

In 1997, Brooke Shields married Andre Agassi.

1998: Los Angeles Home Purchase

In 1998, Brooke Shields purchased a home in Los Angeles.

1999: Divorce from Andre Agassi

In 1999, Brooke Shields divorced Andre Agassi.

1999: Meeting Chris Henchy

In 1999, Brooke Shields met television writer Chris Henchy through common friends.

2001: Marriage to Chris Henchy

In 2001, Brooke Shields married television writer Chris Henchy.

2001: Conversation with Rabbi Shmuley Boteach

In 2001, Michael Jackson had a conversation with Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, where he discussed his relationship with Brooke Shields.

May 15, 2003: Birth of Rowan Francis Henchy

On May 15, 2003, Brooke Shields's daughter, Rowan Francis Henchy, was born.

May 2005: Publicizing Postpartum Depression Battle

Between April and May 2005, Brooke Shields spoke to magazines such as Guideposts and appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" to publicize her battle with postpartum depression.

April 18, 2006: Birth of Grier Hammond Henchy

On April 18, 2006, Brooke Shields's daughter, Grier Hammond Henchy, was born.

August 31, 2006: Cruise's Apology

On August 31, 2006, Tom Cruise apologized in person to Brooke Shields for his comments regarding her use of antidepressants; she accepted his apology.

2006: Down Came the Rain Book Release

In 2006, Brooke Shields penned the book "Down Came the Rain: My Journey Through Postpartum Depression".

July 7, 2009: Memorial service for Michael Jackson

On July 7, 2009, Brooke Shields spoke at the memorial service for Michael Jackson, sharing memories of their friendship that began when she was 13.

2010: The Middle and Who Do You Think You Are?

Starting in 2010, Brooke Shields made guest appearances on "The Middle" and appeared on "Who Do You Think You Are?", discovering her distant relation to French royalty.