Full History Of Edward Norton In Timeline From 1969

August 18, 1969: Birth of Edward Harrison Norton

Edward Harrison Norton was born on August 18, 1969, in Boston, Massachusetts.

1984: Winning Acting Cup at Pasquaney

Edward Norton won the acting cup at Pasquaney summer camp in 1984.

1987: Graduation from Wilde Lake High School

Edward Norton graduated from Wilde Lake High School in 1987.

1991: Graduation from Yale and Work for Enterprise Community Partners

Edward Norton graduated from Yale College in 1991 with a BA in History and worked for Enterprise Community Partners in Osaka, Japan.

1991: Graduation from Yale and Work in Japan

In 1991, Edward Norton graduated from Yale College with a history degree and then worked in Japan for a few months before pursuing an acting career.

1993: Publication of "Primal Fear" Novel

The novel "Primal Fear," which Edward Norton's debut film was based on, was published in 1993.

1994: Acting in Edward Albee's "Fragments"

In 1994, Edward Norton was cast by playwright Edward Albee in the world premiere of "Fragments."

1995: Discovered by Shirley Rich

In 1995, Edward Norton was discovered by casting agent Shirley Rich, leading to his film career.

1996: Release of "Primal Fear," "The People vs. Larry Flynt," and "Everyone Says I Love You"

1996 saw the release of three films starring Edward Norton: "Primal Fear," "The People vs. Larry Flynt," and "Everyone Says I Love You."

1996: Film Debut and Rise to Stardom

Edward Norton made his film debut in "Primal Fear" in 1996, achieving almost instant stardom.

1996: Rumors of Relationship with Courtney Love

Following "The People vs. Larry Flynt" in 1996, tabloids speculated about a romantic relationship between Edward Norton and Courtney Love, though Norton denied these rumors.

1996: Critical Acclaim for Early Roles

In 1996, Edward Norton garnered significant critical acclaim for his performances in three films: "Primal Fear," "The People vs. Larry Flynt," and "Everyone Says I Love You."

1996: Debut and Critical Acclaim in "Primal Fear"

In 1996, Edward Norton made his film debut in "Primal Fear," earning a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for his performance.

1996: "Everyone Says I Love You" and Work Ethic

In 1996, Edward Norton starred in "Everyone Says I Love You." His strict work ethic and dedication were noted during this time.

1996: Primal Fear Distribution

In 1996, Paramount Pictures distributed Norton's film Primal Fear.

1996: Publication of "Fight Club" Novel

The novel "Fight Club," the basis for the film adaptation starring Edward Norton, was published in 1996.

1997: Death of Edward Norton's Mother

Edward Norton's mother, Lydia Robinson "Robin" (Rouse), passed away from a brain tumor in 1997.

1998: Academy Award Nomination for "American History X"

Edward Norton received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role in the film "American History X" in 1998.

1998: Release of "Rounders" and "American History X"

Edward Norton starred in two films released in 1998: "Rounders" and "American History X."

1998: Enterprise Community Partners Board Member

In 1998, Edward Norton became a board member of Enterprise Community Partners, a non-profit affordable housing developer.

1998: "American History X" Editing Dispute

In 1998, Edward Norton clashed with director Tony Kaye over the final cut of "American History X."

1998: American History X

Norton starred in the controversial film "American History X" in 1998.

1999: Relationship with Salma Hayek Begins

After his relationship with Courtney Love ended, Edward Norton began dating Salma Hayek in 1999.

1999: "Motherless Brooklyn" Inspiration

Edward Norton first became interested in adapting Jonathan Lethem's novel "Motherless Brooklyn" into a film in 1999.

1999: Starring in "Fight Club"

In 1999, Edward Norton starred in the film "Fight Club," which later gained a cult following.

1999: Fight Club

In 1999, Norton appeared in the cult classic film "Fight Club."

2000: Directorial Debut with Keeping the Faith

In 2000, Edward Norton made his directorial debut with the romantic comedy Keeping the Faith, in which he also starred as a priest. The film received mixed reviews, with some praising his directing and acting while others criticized the plot.

2000: Producing "Keeping the Faith"

In 2000, Edward Norton was involved in the production of the film "Keeping the Faith."

2000: DVD Release and Cult Status of "Fight Club"

The DVD release of "Fight Club" in 2000 contributed to the film's rise to cult classic status.

2001: Acting in "The Score"

Edward Norton acted in the film "The Score" in 2001.

2001: Working with Marlon Brando

Norton co-starred with Marlon Brando in The Score in 2001. This experience likely informed his contribution to the 2007 documentary Brando.

2001: The Score Distribution

Paramount Pictures distributed Norton's film The Score in 2001.

2002: Critical and Commercial Success

2002 was a successful year for Norton, with critically acclaimed roles in "Frida" and "25th Hour," and a commercially successful role in "Red Dragon."

2002: Brett Ratner Joins "Motherless Brooklyn"

Brett Ratner, who directed Norton in "Red Dragon," joined the "Motherless Brooklyn" project to help with production in 2002.

2002: Appearance in "Frida"

Edward Norton and Salma Hayek appeared together in the biopic "Frida" in 2002.

2002: Acting in Films

Edward Norton starred in both "25th Hour" and "Red Dragon" in 2002.

2002: Multiple Film Appearances

In 2002, Edward Norton appeared in four films: Death to Smoochy, Frida, Red Dragon, and 25th Hour. He played diverse roles, from a kids' show host to Nelson Rockefeller. His uncredited script rewrites for Frida were well-received, while Red Dragon became his most commercially successful film of the year. He also co-produced and starred in 25th Hour.

2002: "Red Dragon" Conflicts

In 2002, Edward Norton had conflicts with director Brett Ratner on the set of "Red Dragon."

2003: Conflict with Director Brett Ratner

During the production of Red Dragon in 2002, Norton and director Brett Ratner reportedly clashed frequently over the script, with Ratner characterizing Norton as both a blessing and a curse for his tendency to challenge the director.

2003: Breakup with Salma Hayek

Edward Norton and Salma Hayek ended their relationship in 2003 but remained friends.

2003: Establishment of Class 5 Films

Edward Norton established the production company Class 5 Films in 2003.

2003: Solar Neighbors Program

In 2003, Edward Norton collaborated with BP to launch the Solar Neighbors program, which installed solar panels on homes in Los Angeles.

2003: "The Italian Job" Promotion Refusal

In 2003, Edward Norton refused to promote "The Italian Job."

2003: The Italian Job and Class 5 Films

In 2003, Norton starred in The Italian Job under duress due to a contractual obligation with Paramount Pictures, and subsequently refused to promote the film. Despite this, his performance was praised. He also co-founded the production company Class 5 Films.

2003: Initial Rejection of Hulk Role

Norton initially declined the role of Hulk in 2003, feeling the previous film had strayed too far from the source material.

2003: Previous Hulk Film as Reference

The 2003 Hulk film served as a point of comparison for Norton when considering and later accepting the role in the 2008 version.

2004: Opposition to George W. Bush

During the 2004 presidential election, Edward Norton publicly opposed George W. Bush, criticizing his policies on college financing and tax breaks.

2005: Producing and Directing Films

In 2005, Edward Norton directed and/or produced the films "Down in the Valley" and "Kingdom of Heaven."

2005: Strange Days on Planet Earth

In 2005, Edward Norton narrated the National Geographic documentary "Strange Days on Planet Earth," which explores earth system science.

2005: Kingdom of Heaven

In 2005, Norton appeared in the historical epic "Kingdom of Heaven."

2005: Kingdom of Heaven and Down in the Valley

In 2005, Norton starred in Kingdom of Heaven as Baldwin IV and in Down in the Valley as a delusional cowboy. While both films received mixed reviews, Norton's performances were generally praised.

2006: Courtney Love Discusses Past Relationship with Norton

In 2006, Courtney Love publicly stated that she and Edward Norton had dated for four years, and spoke about his positive influence on her relationship with her daughter.

2006: Documentary Project Begins

In 2006, Edward Norton began planning a documentary about then-Senator Barack Obama, viewing him as a lens through which to examine American politics. This project would later become the documentary "By the People."

2006: Producing and Acting in Films

In 2006, Edward Norton produced "The Painted Veil" and acted in "The Illusionist."

2006: The Illusionist and The Painted Veil

In 2006, Norton starred in two critically acclaimed films: The Illusionist, where he played a magician, and The Painted Veil, which he also co-produced, starring alongside Naomi Watts.

2006: Joining The Incredible Hulk Project

Norton joined The Incredible Hulk project during pre-production in 2006 and became heavily involved in rewriting the script.

2006: Start of Obama's political activities documented in film

This entry marks the beginning of Barack Obama's political activities that were later documented in Edward Norton's 2009 film.

2007: Documentary Appearances

In 2007, Norton appeared in two documentaries: Brando, about Marlon Brando, and Man from Plains, about Jimmy Carter.

2008: Obama's Election Victory

Barack Obama won the U.S. Presidential election in 2008. This was documented in the film "By the People," which Edward Norton produced.

2008: Acting in "The Incredible Hulk"

Edward Norton played the role of Bruce Banner/The Hulk in the 2008 film "The Incredible Hulk."

2008: Support for Barack Obama

Edward Norton supported Barack Obama in the 2008 presidential election.

2008: "The Incredible Hulk" Screenplay Dispute

In 2008, Edward Norton clashed with screenwriter Zak Penn over uncredited rewrites of "The Incredible Hulk" screenplay.

2008: Green Affordable Housing Initiative

In 2008, Edward Norton initiated a green affordable housing plan within Enterprise Community Partners.

2008: Pride and Glory Release

In 2008, Norton starred in the crime drama Pride and Glory, which received criticism for its plot.

November 1, 2009: NYC Marathon Run for Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust

On November 1, 2009, Edward Norton led a team of runners in the New York City Marathon, raising over $1.2 million for the Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust.

2009: Documentary Release: By the People: The Election of Barack Obama

Edward Norton produced and released the documentary "By the People: The Election of Barack Obama" in 2009. The film chronicled Obama's successful 2008 presidential campaign.

2009: "By the People: The Election of Barack Obama" Documentary

In 2009, Edward Norton produced the documentary "By the People: The Election of Barack Obama."

May 2010: Crowdrise Launch

Edward Norton launched Crowdrise, an online fundraising platform, in May 2010.

July 2010: UN Goodwill Ambassador for Biodiversity

In July 2010, Edward Norton was appointed UN Goodwill Ambassador for Biodiversity.

2010: Dual Lead Roles in "Leaves of Grass" and "Stone"

In 2010, Edward Norton showcased his versatility by taking on two contrasting lead roles. He played twin brothers in the comedy "Leaves of Grass" and a convicted arsonist in the crime film "Stone." Both films received mixed reviews, with praise for Norton's acting but criticism for their plots.

2011: Engagement to Shauna Robertson

Edward Norton proposed to Canadian film producer Shauna Robertson in 2011 after six years of dating.

May 2012: Soccer Aid for UNICEF

In May 2012, Edward Norton participated in Soccer Aid, raising funds for UNICEF.

2012: Replacement in The Avengers

Despite the success of The Incredible Hulk, Norton was replaced by Mark Ruffalo for The Avengers in 2012, allegedly due to disputes with Marvel. Norton later claimed he chose not to reprise the role for creative reasons, desiring more diversity in his roles.

2012: Marriage to Shauna Robertson

Edward Norton and Shauna Robertson married in 2012.

2012: Lead Roles in "Moonrise Kingdom" and "The Bourne Legacy" and Producing "Thanks for Sharing"

Edward Norton starred in two films in 2012: the critically acclaimed "Moonrise Kingdom" and the commercially successful "The Bourne Legacy." He also produced the comedy-drama "Thanks for Sharing," which garnered a mixed reception.

2012: Support for Barack Obama

Edward Norton supported Barack Obama in the 2012 presidential election.

2012: Acting in Films

In 2012, Edward Norton appeared in both "Moonrise Kingdom" and "The Bourne Legacy."

2012: Moonrise Kingdom and The Bourne Legacy

In 2012, Norton appeared in the critically acclaimed "Moonrise Kingdom" and the commercially successful "The Bourne Legacy."

February 2014: Norton Announces "Motherless Brooklyn"

In February 2014, Edward Norton announced he would direct "Motherless Brooklyn," a film adaptation of the 1999 novel.

2014: Acting in "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "Birdman"

In 2014, Edward Norton acted in two acclaimed films: "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "Birdman."

2014: "Birdman" Performance

In 2014, Edward Norton's performance in "Birdman" was seen by some as a self-referential nod to his image.

2014: Appearances in Oscar-Winning Films and Academy Award Nomination

In 2014, Norton appeared in two Academy Award-winning films: "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "Birdman." His performance in "Birdman" earned him his third Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

2014: The Grand Budapest Hotel and Birdman

Norton starred in two critically acclaimed films in 2014: "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "Birdman."

2016: Voice Role in "Sausage Party" and Appearance in "Collateral Beauty"

In 2016, Edward Norton lent his voice to the animated film "Sausage Party" and starred in the drama "Collateral Beauty."

2016: Sausage Party

Norton provided a voice role in the animated film "Sausage Party" in 2016.

2016: Original "Sausage Party" Film Release

The first "Sausage Party" film, in which Norton had a voice role, was released in 2016.

2017: Voice Role in "The Guardian Brothers"

Edward Norton voiced a character in the English dub of the Chinese animated film "The Guardian Brothers" (also known as "Little Door Gods") in 2017.

2017: Salma Hayek Reveals Norton's Uncredited "Frida" Rewrites

In 2017, Salma Hayek revealed that Edward Norton had significantly rewritten the script for "Frida" but did not receive credit.

2018: Voice Role in Wes Anderson's "Isle of Dogs"

Edward Norton voiced Rex in Wes Anderson's stop-motion animated film "Isle of Dogs" in 2018.

2018: Isle of Dogs

Norton had a voice role in Wes Anderson's stop-motion animated film "Isle of Dogs" in 2018.

2019: "Motherless Brooklyn" Release

"Motherless Brooklyn," directed by and starring Edward Norton, was released in 2019 to mixed reviews.

2019: Directing and Acting in "Motherless Brooklyn"

In 2019, Edward Norton directed and starred in the crime film "Motherless Brooklyn."

November 2020: Criticism of Donald Trump

In November 2020, Edward Norton criticized Donald Trump's claims of election fraud.

2020: Donation to Joe Biden Campaign

In 2020, Edward Norton donated to Joe Biden's presidential campaign.

2022: Role in "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery"

Edward Norton played Miles Bron, a tech billionaire, in the 2022 Netflix film "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery." The film was well-received and had high viewership.

January 2023: Pocahontas Ancestry Confirmed

In January 2023, Edward Norton's appearance on the PBS series "Finding Your Roots" confirmed his familial connection to Pocahontas.

May 23, 2023: "Asteroid City" Premieres at Cannes Film Festival

Edward Norton's latest collaboration with Wes Anderson, "Asteroid City," premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on May 23, 2023.

2024: Academy Award Nomination for "A Complete Unknown"

Edward Norton received another Academy Award nomination in 2024, this time for his portrayal of Pete Seeger in the film "A Complete Unknown."

2024: Critical Acclaim and Award Nominations for "A Complete Unknown"

Edward Norton's performance as Pete Seeger in the 2024 Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown" earned him critical acclaim and award nominations, including a Golden Globe and an Academy Award nomination.