History of Charlize Theron in Timeline
Charlize Theron is a highly acclaimed South African and American actress and producer. Recognized as one of the world's highest-paid actresses, she has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Her influence extends beyond acting, as evidenced by Time magazine naming her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016. She is a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
November 1947: Birth of Charles Theron
In November 1947, Charles Theron, Charlize Theron's father, was born.
1969: Original The Italian Job
In 1969, the original version of "The Italian Job" was released.
August 1975: Charlize Theron Born
In August 1975, Charlize Theron was born in Benoni, Transvaal Province (now Gauteng Province), South Africa.
1989: Atomic Blonde Role
In 2017, Theron played a spy in "Atomic Blonde" set on the eve of the collapse of the Berlin Wall in 1989.
June 1991: Death of Charles Theron
In June 1991, Charles Theron, Charlize Theron's father, passed away.
June 1991: Father's Death
On June 21, 1991, Charlize Theron's father, while drunk, attacked Charlize and her mother, who then shot and killed him in self-defense. No charges were filed against her mother.
1994: Moved to Los Angeles
In 1994, Charlize Theron moved to Los Angeles on a one-way ticket, intending to work in the film industry. She faced financial struggles in her initial months.
1994: Gauteng Province Established
In 1994, Transvaal Province was renamed to Gauteng Province, the province in South Africa where Charlize Theron was born.
1995: First Non-Speaking Film Role
In 1995, Charlize Theron played her first non-speaking film role in the horror film "Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest."
1995: Relationship with Craig Bierko
In 1995, Theron started dating actor Craig Bierko, the relationship lasted until 1997.
1996: First Speaking Film Role
In 1996, Charlize Theron had her first speaking role as Helga Svelgen in "2 Days in the Valley", drawing attention for her beauty and a fight scene.
1997: Starred in The Devil's Advocate
In 1997, Charlize Theron starred in "The Devil's Advocate," marking her rise to international prominence and establishing her as a leading lady in Hollywood.
1997: Relationship with Craig Bierko
In 1997, Theron ended her relationship with actor Craig Bierko, which began in 1995.
1998: Starred in Mighty Joe Young
In 1998, Charlize Theron starred in "Mighty Joe Young," further establishing her presence in Hollywood.
January 1999: Featured on Vanity Fair cover
In January 1999, Charlize Theron appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair as the "White Hot Venus,"
May 1999: Playboy Cover Appearance and Lawsuit
In May 1999, Playboy magazine featured Charlize Theron on its cover using older photos without her consent, leading to an unsuccessful lawsuit.
1999: Starred in The Cider House Rules
In 1999, Charlize Theron starred in "The Cider House Rules," continuing to solidify her career in Hollywood.
2000: Starred in Multiple Films
In 2000, Charlize Theron starred in films such as "Reindeer Games," "The Yards," "The Legend of Bagger Vance," and "Men of Honor," contributing to her establishment as an actress.
October 2001: End of Relationship with Stephan Jenkins
In October 2001, Charlize Theron ended her three-year relationship with singer Stephan Jenkins.
2001: Starred in Sweet November and The Curse of the Jade Scorpion
In 2001, Charlize Theron starred in "Sweet November" and "The Curse of the Jade Scorpion", continuing to build her acting career.
2001: Relationship with Stuart Townsend began
In 2001, Charlize Theron started a relationship with Irish actor Stuart Townsend after they met on the set of Trapped. They established a home together, residing in both Los Angeles and Ireland.
2002: Starred in Trapped
In 2002, Charlize Theron starred in "Trapped", adding to her filmography.
2003: Starred in Monster
In 2003, Charlize Theron portrayed serial killer Aileen Wuornos in "Monster", receiving widespread critical acclaim.
2003: Won Silver Bear and Academy Award for Monster
In 2003, Charlize Theron starred as Aileen Wuornos in "Monster", receiving critical acclaim. In 2004, for the role, she won the Silver Bear and the Academy Award for Best Actress, becoming the first South African to win an acting Oscar.
2003: Starred in The Italian Job remake
In 2003, Charlize Theron starred in "The Italian Job", a remake of the 1969 British film. The movie was a box office success.
February 2004: Won Academy Award for Best Actress
In February 2004, Charlize Theron won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in "Monster", becoming the first South African to win an acting Oscar.
2004: Nominated for Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy
In 2004, Charlize Theron garnered Golden Globe Award and Primetime Emmy Award nominations for her role in the HBO film "The Life and Death of Peter Sellers".
2004: Signed deal with John Galliano for Dior
In 2004, Charlize Theron signed a deal with John Galliano and became the spokeswoman in the J'Adore advertisements by Christian Dior, replacing Tiiu Kuik.
September 2005: Received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
On September 30, 2005, Charlize Theron received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, honoring her contributions to the film industry.
October 2005: Raymond Weil Advertising Campaign
From October 2005, Charlize Theron earned US$3 million for the use of her image in a worldwide print media advertising campaign for Raymond Weil watches.
2005: Starred in Arrested Development and Aeon Flux
In 2005, Charlize Theron appeared in the third season of "Arrested Development" and starred in the science fiction thriller "Æon Flux."
2005: Received Academy Award nomination for North Country
In 2005, Charlize Theron received another Academy Award nomination for her role in the drama "North Country," in which she played a sexually abused woman seeking justice.
February 2006: Lawsuit by Weil
In February 2006, Charlize Theron and her production company were sued by Weil for breach of contract.
December 2006: End of Raymond Weil Advertising Campaign
In December 2006, the Raymond Weil advertising campaign with Charlize Theron concluded, during which she earned US$3 million for the use of her image.
2006: Highest-Paid Actresses in Hollywood
In 2006, Theron made it to the Hollywood Reporter's list of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood after winning the Oscar.
2007: Became U.S. Citizen
In 2007, Charlize Theron became a naturalised citizen of the United States, while retaining her South African citizenship.
2007: Creation of CTAOP
In 2007, Charlize Theron created the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) to support African youth in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
2007: Starred in In the Valley of Elah and Sleepwalking
In 2007, Charlize Theron played a police detective in "In the Valley of Elah" and produced and starred in "Sleepwalking".
November 2008: Settlement of Lawsuit
On 4 November 2008, the lawsuit between Charlize Theron and Raymond Weil was settled, resolving the breach of contract dispute.
2008: Produced and starred in The Burning Plain
In 2008, Charlize Theron produced and starred in the film "The Burning Plain" through her production company, Denver and Delilah Productions.
2008: Starred in The Burning Plain and Hancock
In 2008, Charlize Theron starred in "The Burning Plain" and "Hancock". She was also named Hasty Pudding Theatricals Woman of the Year and a UN Messenger of Peace.
2008: Starred in Hancock
In 2008, Charlize Theron starred in the commercially successful action film "Hancock".
2008: Named UN Messenger of Peace
In 2008, Charlize Theron was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace, recognized for her dedication to improving the lives of women and children in South Africa.
2008: Theron recalls knee injury
In 2008, Theron recalled the knee injury which led her to stop training as a ballet dancer.
May 2009: Supported Same-Sex Marriage at Rally
In May 2009, Charlize Theron supported same-sex marriage and attended a march and rally in Fresno, California.
July 2009: Diagnosed with stomach virus
In July 2009, Charlize Theron was diagnosed with a serious stomach virus, which was thought to have been contracted while overseas.
December 2009: CTAOP and Toms Shoes Partnership
In December 2009, CTAOP partnered with Toms Shoes to create a limited edition unisex shoe, with proceeds benefiting CTAOP and shoes donated to destitute children.
December 2009: Co-presented the draw for the 2010 FIFA World Cup
On December 4, 2009, Charlize Theron co-presented the draw for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa.
2009: Split from Stuart Townsend
In late 2009, Charlize Theron and Stuart Townsend ended their relationship, concluding their time living together in Los Angeles and Ireland.
2010: 2010 FIFA World Cup
Charlize Theron co-presented the draw for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa in December 2009.
June 2011: Interview on Piers Morgan Tonight
In a June 2011 interview on Piers Morgan Tonight, Charlize Theron elaborated on her stance on same-sex marriage, emphasizing the need for federal legalization.
2011: Starred in Young Adult
In 2011, Charlize Theron starred in "Young Adult", a comedy-drama.
March 2012: Adopted a Daughter
In March 2012, Charlize Theron adopted her first child, a daughter, fulfilling a lifelong interest in adoption.
2012: Villain Roles in Big-Budget Films
In 2012, Charlize Theron played the Evil Queen Ravenna in "Snow White and the Huntsman" and a crew member in "Prometheus." Both films were major box office successes.
2012: Starred in Prometheus
In 2012, Charlize Theron starred in the commercially successful action film "Prometheus".
December 2013: Began dating Sean Penn
In December 2013, Charlize Theron started a relationship with American actor Sean Penn.
March 2014: Honored Guest at Fame and Philanthropy Event
In March 2014, Charlize Theron was an honored guest at the annual Fame and Philanthropy fundraising event, benefiting charities including CTAOP, on the night of the 86th Academy Awards.
May 2014: Hosted Saturday Night Live
In May 2014, Charlize Theron hosted Saturday Night Live on NBC, marking a significant appearance in her career.
2014: Public Service Announcement for UN
In 2014, Charlize Theron recorded a public service announcement as part of the UN's "Stop Rape Now" program, furthering her work as a Messenger of Peace.
June 2015: Relationship with Sean Penn ended
In June 2015, the relationship between Charlize Theron and Sean Penn came to an end. Reports of an engagement were strongly denied by Theron, who stated the relationship ended before becoming serious.
July 2015: Adopted Another Daughter
In July 2015, Charlize Theron adopted her second daughter, expanding her family through adoption.
September 2015: Signed Open Letter for Women's Focus
In September 2015, Charlize Theron signed an open letter urging Angela Merkel and Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma to focus on women's issues during their G7 and AU leadership.
2015: Produced and starred in Dark Places
In 2015, Charlize Theron produced and starred in the film "Dark Places" through her production company, Denver and Delilah Productions.
2015: Starred in 'Dark Places' and 'Mad Max: Fury Road'
In 2015, Charlize Theron starred in "Dark Places" and as Imperator Furiosa in "Mad Max: Fury Road," with "Mad Max" receiving widespread critical acclaim.
2015: Starred in Mad Max: Fury Road
In 2015, Charlize Theron starred in the commercially successful action film "Mad Max: Fury Road".
2016: Starred in 'The Huntsman: Winter's War' and 'The Last Face'
In 2016, Charlize Theron reprised her role as Queen Ravenna in "The Huntsman: Winter's War", starred in "The Last Face", voiced a character in "Kubo and the Two Strings", and was named one of Time's 100 most influential people.
2016: Starred in 'The Last Face'
In 2016, Charlize Theron starred in Sean Penn's film 'The Last Face'. The movie was filmed while they were still a couple.
2016: Named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2016, Charlize Theron was named one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people in the world, recognizing her impact and achievements.
August 2017: Visited South Africa and Made Donation
In August 2017, Charlize Theron visited South Africa with Trevor Noah and made a donation to the South African charity Life Choices.
November 2017: CTAOP Fundraising Milestone
By November 2017, the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) had raised more than $6.3 million to support African organizations fighting HIV/AIDS.
2017: Starred in 'The Fate of the Furious' and 'Atomic Blonde'
In 2017, Charlize Theron starred as Cipher in "The Fate of the Furious" and played a spy in "Atomic Blonde", solidifying her status as an A-list action star.
2017: Starred in Atomic Blonde and The Fate of the Furious
In 2017, Charlize Theron starred in the commercially successful action films "Atomic Blonde" and "The Fate of the Furious".
2018: Gave Speech at AIDS Conference
In 2018, Charlize Theron gave a speech about AIDS prevention at the 22nd International AIDS Conference in Amsterdam, organized by the International AIDS Society.
2018: Brand Ambassador for Breitling
In 2018, Charlize Theron joined Brad Pitt, Daniel Wu and Adam Driver as brand ambassadors for Breitling, dubbed the Breitling Cinema Squad.
2018: Starred in Tully, Gringo and A Private War
In 2018, Charlize Theron starred in "Tully" as an overwhelmed mother, played a role in the crime film "Gringo", and produced the war drama "A Private War".
2018: Starred in Tully
In 2018, Charlize Theron starred in "Tully", a comedy-drama.
2018: Therapy for Anger
In 2018, Theron said that she went to therapy in her thirties because of anger, discovering that it was due to her frustration growing up during South Africa's apartheid.
April 2019: Daughter's Gender Identity
In April 2019, Charlize Theron revealed that her daughter Jackson, then seven years old, is a transgender girl, emphasizing her support for her children's identities.
2019: Starred in Bombshell, received Academy Award nomination
In 2019, Charlize Theron portrayed Megyn Kelly in the biographical drama "Bombshell," receiving critical praise and her third Academy Award nomination.
2019: Produced and starred in Long Shot
In 2019, Charlize Theron produced and starred in the film "Long Shot" through her production company, Denver and Delilah Productions.
2019: Starred in 'Long Shot' and 'Bombshell'
In 2019, Charlize Theron starred in "Long Shot" and "Bombshell", receiving multiple award nominations for her role as Megyn Kelly in "Bombshell."
2019: Theron Discussed Her Method of Working on Roles
In 2019, Theron spoke about her method of working on roles. Creating a physical identity together with the emotional part of the character, she said, is a great tool.
May 2020: Superhero Film Release
In May 2020, Charlize Theron produced and starred in "The Old Guard."
2020: Presented Cecil B. DeMille Award to Tom Hanks
In 2020, Charlize Theron presented Tom Hanks with his Cecil B. DeMille Award, during which Hanks revealed his mutual admiration for her career.
2020: Starred in The Old Guard
In 2020, Charlize Theron starred in the commercially successful action film "The Old Guard".
2020: CTAOP Partners with Parfums Christian Dior
In 2020, Charlize Theron's CTAOP partnered with Parfums Christian Dior to create Dior Stands With Women, an initiative promoting female empowerment.
2020: Presented for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction
Theron presented for the English band Depeche Mode's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2020.
June 2021: Reprised Role in F9
In June 2021, Charlize Theron reprised her role as Cipher in "F9", after the initial release delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021: Starred in F9
In 2021, Charlize Theron starred in "F9", a part of the Fast & Furious franchise.
June 2022: Elizabeth Taylor Commitment to End AIDS Award
On 22 June 2022, Charlize Theron received the Elizabeth Taylor Commitment to End AIDS Award for her commitment to raising awareness of HIV at the Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS fundraising gala.
2022: Appearance as Clea in the MCU
In 2022, Charlize Theron debuted as Clea in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) with an appearance in "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness".
2023: Fast X and Last Call
In 2023, Charlize Theron reprised her role as Cipher in Fast X and executive produced the HBO documentary series Last Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York.
2023: Starred in Fast X
In 2023, Charlize Theron starred in "Fast X", another installment in the Fast & Furious franchise.
June 2024: Dior Announces Change in J'Adore Spokesperson
In June 2024, Dior announced that Charlize Theron will no longer be the face of J'Adore, replaced by Rihanna.
2024: Cast in The Odyssey
In 2024, Charlize Theron was cast in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic film The Odyssey scheduled for release in 2026.
2026: Release of The Odyssey
Charlize Theron is scheduled to appear in Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' in 2026.
