Christina Ricci is a prominent American actress and producer, celebrated for her portrayals of unconventional characters with a dark twist. Her career predominantly focuses on independent films, yet she has also graced numerous blockbuster movies. Ricci's talent has earned her nominations for prestigious awards such as the Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild, and Primetime Emmy Awards. Known for her captivating performances, she has become a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
February 12, 1980: Birth of Christina Ricci
Christina Ricci was born on February 12, 1980.
1990: Mermaids and Music Video
Christina Ricci debuted in "Mermaids" and appeared in the music video for "The Shoop Shoop Song" in 1990.
1990: Film Debut in Mermaids
In 1990, Christina Ricci made her film debut in "Mermaids".
1991: Breakthrough Role as Wednesday Addams
Christina Ricci had her breakout role as Wednesday Addams in "The Addams Family" in 1991.
1993: Addams Family Values
Christina Ricci reprised her role as Wednesday Addams in "Addams Family Values" in 1993.
1995: Casper, Gold Diggers, and Now and Then
Christina Ricci starred in "Casper", "Gold Diggers: The Secret of Bear Mountain", and "Now and Then" in 1995.
1995: Teen Idol Status
With roles in "Casper" and "Now and Then" in 1995, Christina Ricci solidified her status as a teen idol.
1996: Bastard Out of Carolina
Christina Ricci had a supporting role in "Bastard Out of Carolina" in 1996.
1997: Transition to Adult Roles
Christina Ricci transitioned to more adult roles with "The Ice Storm" in 1997.
1997: That Darn Cat and The Ice Storm
Christina Ricci starred in "That Darn Cat" and "The Ice Storm" in 1997.
1998: Fear and Loathing, Buffalo '66, Pecker, and The Opposite of Sex
In 1998, Christina Ricci appeared in "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" and starred in "Buffalo '66", "Pecker", and "The Opposite of Sex".
1998: Independent Film Success
In 1998, Christina Ricci starred in several independent films, including "Buffalo '66", "The Opposite of Sex", and "Pecker".
1999: Sleepy Hollow and SNL
Christina Ricci starred in "Sleepy Hollow" and hosted Saturday Night Live in 1999.
1999: Golden Globe Nomination
Christina Ricci was nominated for a Golden Globe for "The Opposite of Sex" in 1999.
2000: Bless the Child and The Man Who Cried
Christina Ricci starred in "Bless the Child" and "The Man Who Cried" in 2000.
2001: Prozac Nation
Christina Ricci starred in and produced "Prozac Nation" in 2001.
2001: Prozac Nation (as producer)
Christina Ricci starred in and produced "Prozac Nation" in 2001.
2002: The Laramie Project, Miranda, Ally McBeal, and Pumpkin
In 2002, Christina Ricci appeared in "The Laramie Project", "Miranda", "Ally McBeal", and "Pumpkin".
2002: Pumpkin
Christina Ricci starred in and produced "Pumpkin" in 2002.
2002: Ally McBeal
Christina Ricci joined the cast of "Ally McBeal" in 2002 for its final season.
2003: Monster
Christina Ricci starred in "Monster" in 2003.
2003: Monster
Christina Ricci starred in the 2003 film "Monster", though her work was somewhat overshadowed by Charlize Theron's performance.
2003: Film Releases
In 2003, Christina Ricci appeared in three films: The Gathering, I Love Your Work, and Anything Else.
2003: Monster Release
Christina Ricci co-starred in the film Monster in 2003, portraying Selby Wall, a fictionalized version of Tyria Moore.
2005: Music and Film Contributions
In 2005, Christina Ricci provided vocals for Beck's song "Hell Yes" and starred in the horror film Cursed.
2006: Grey's Anatomy and Penelope
In 2006, Ricci appeared in Grey's Anatomy, earning an Emmy nomination, and starred in the film Penelope.
2006: Ricci Pledges to Stop Wearing Fur
In 2006, after facing criticism from PETA for wearing reindeer fur, Christina Ricci pledged to stop wearing animal fur, leading to her removal from PETA's "Worst Dressed" list.
2006: Emmy Nomination for Grey's Anatomy
In 2006, Christina Ricci received an Emmy nomination for her guest role on "Grey's Anatomy".
2006: Black Snake Moan and Home of the Brave
Christina Ricci starred in Black Snake Moan and Home of the Brave in 2006.
April 25, 2007: Ricci becomes RAINN Spokesperson
On April 25, 2007, Christina Ricci became the national spokesperson for the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN).
2008: Meets Owen Benjamin
Christina Ricci began dating Owen Benjamin in 2008 after they met on the set of "All's Faire in Love".
2008: Speed Racer and New York, I Love You
Ricci co-starred in Speed Racer and appeared in a segment of New York, I Love You in 2008.
March 2009: Engagement to Owen Benjamin
Christina Ricci and Owen Benjamin became engaged in March 2009.
2009: Ricci Discusses RAINN's Impact
In 2009, Christina Ricci wrote a Huffington Post article discussing how her work with RAINN affected her by hearing victims' struggles.
2009: Saving Grace and After.Life
In 2009, Ricci appeared in the TV series Saving Grace and the film After.Life.
September 23, 2010: Broadway Debut
On September 23, 2010, Christina Ricci made her Broadway debut in Time Stands Still.
2010: Broadway Debut
Christina Ricci made her Broadway debut in "Time Stands Still" in 2010.
2011: Pan Am
Christina Ricci began starring in "Pan Am" in 2011.
2011: Bucky Larson and Pan Am
Ricci appeared in the film Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star and starred in the TV series Pan Am in 2011.
April 2012: A Midsummer Night's Dream
In April 2012, Christina Ricci returned to the stage in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
2012: End of Pan Am
Christina Ricci's show "Pan Am" ended in 2012.
2012: Ricci on Acting
In 2012, Christina Ricci discussed her acting process, mentioning she developed her own techniques without formal training.
2012: Bel Ami and Around the Block
Ricci co-starred in Bel Ami and headlined Around the Block in 2012.
2012: Meets James Heerdegen
Christina Ricci met James Heerdegen while working on the television series "Pan Am" in 2012.
February 2013: Engagement to James Heerdegen
Christina Ricci and James Heerdegen announced their engagement in February 2013.
October 26, 2013: Marriage to James Heerdegen
Christina Ricci married James Heerdegen on October 26, 2013, in Manhattan.
2013: The Smurfs 2
Ricci provided a voice for the animated film The Smurfs 2 in 2013.
August 2014: Birth of Son
Christina Ricci's son was born in August 2014.
2014: Lizzie Borden Took an Ax
In 2014, Ricci starred in the Lifetime film Lizzie Borden Took an Ax.
2014: The Hero of Color City
Ricci provided a voice for The Hero of Color City in 2014.
2015: The Lizzie Borden Chronicles
Christina Ricci produced and starred in "The Lizzie Borden Chronicles" in 2015.
2015: The Lizzie Borden Chronicles
Ricci reprised her role as Lizzie Borden and also produced The Lizzie Borden Chronicles in 2015.
2016: Mothers and Daughters
In 2016, Christina Ricci starred in the independent drama "Mothers and Daughters", playing a character who receives life-altering news from a relative she was estranged from.
2016: Screen Actors Guild Award Nomination
Ricci received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination in 2016 for her performance in The Lizzie Borden Chronicles.
2017: Z: The Beginning of Everything
Christina Ricci produced and starred in "Z: The Beginning of Everything" in 2017.
2017: Z: The Beginning of Everything
In 2017, Christina Ricci starred as Zelda Fitzgerald in the Amazon miniseries "Z: The Beginning of Everything". She also served as a producer on the series, which helped her get the part.
2018: Distorted
In 2018, Christina Ricci took on the lead role in "Distorted", a psychological thriller where she portrayed a character with bipolar disorder. Her performance was praised despite the film's mixed reception.
June 25, 2020: Police Called to Ricci Residence
Police were called to Christina Ricci's Woodland Hills home on June 25, 2020.
July 2, 2020: Divorce Filing
Christina Ricci filed for divorce from James Heerdegen on July 2, 2020, citing physical and emotional abuse.
January 2021: Restraining Order Granted
Christina Ricci was granted a restraining order against James Heerdegen in January 2021.
April 2021: Custody Agreement
Christina Ricci was awarded full custody of her son, with Heerdegen receiving visitation rights, in April 2021.
October 2021: Marriage to Mark Hampton
Christina Ricci married Mark Hampton in October 2021.
December 2021: Birth of Daughter
Christina Ricci and Mark Hampton's daughter was born in December 2021.
2021: Yellowjackets Premieres
In 2021, "Yellowjackets" premiered on Showtime, starring Christina Ricci as Misty Quigley.
2021: Yellowjackets
Christina Ricci began starring in "Yellowjackets" in 2021, receiving Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her performance.
2021: The Matrix Resurrections
Christina Ricci appeared in "The Matrix Resurrections" in 2021, reuniting with the Wachowskis.
March 2022: Casting in Wednesday
In March 2022, Christina Ricci was cast in the Netflix series "Wednesday", directed by Tim Burton.
November 2022: Wednesday Premieres
"Wednesday" premiered on Netflix in November 2022, with Christina Ricci playing Marilyn Thornhill. The show was well-received and Ricci's performance was praised.
2022: Wednesday
Christina Ricci appeared in the first season of Netflix's "Wednesday" in 2022.
2022: Emmy Nomination for Yellowjackets
In 2022, Christina Ricci received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her role as Misty Quigley in "Yellowjackets".
2022: Ricci on Early Career Challenges
In 2022, Christina Ricci spoke about her experiences with type-casting and the challenges she faced being categorized as a character actress early in her career.
2022: Monstrous
In 2022, Christina Ricci starred in the supernatural thriller "Monstrous", playing a protective mother in 1950s California. Her performance received positive reviews.
January 2023: Harley Quinn & The Joker: Sound Mind
Christina Ricci voiced Harley Quinn in the podcast series "Harley Quinn and The Joker: Sound Mind", released by Spotify in January 2023.
2024: Batman: Caped Crusader
Christina Ricci voiced Catwoman in the animated series "Batman: Caped Crusader" in 2024.