Childhood and Education Journey of Elizabeth Hurley in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Elizabeth Hurley. From birth to education, explore key events.

Elizabeth Hurley is an English actress and model recognized for her roles in film and television. She gained prominence through her roles as Vanessa Kensington in "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" and as the Devil in "Bedazzled." Hurley's television work includes starring in the E! series "The Royals" and portraying Morgan le Fay in Marvel's "Runaways." She also appeared in "Gossip Girl" as Diana Payne. Beyond acting, she is also a model, contributing to her status as a prominent celebrity.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

June 1965: Elizabeth Hurley's Birth

In June 1965, Elizabeth Hurley was born in Basingstoke, Hampshire, England to Angela Mary (née Titt) and Roy Leonard Hurley.

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1981: Involvement with Punk Fashion

Around 1981, while in her teens, Elizabeth Hurley became involved with punk fashion in Basingstoke, dyeing her hair pink and piercing her nose.

1982: Involvement with Punk Fashion

Around 1982, while in her teens, Elizabeth Hurley became involved with punk fashion in Basingstoke, dyeing her hair pink and piercing her nose.

1983: A-Levels

In 1983, Elizabeth Hurley continued in the sixth form and took A-levels in English, Sociology, and Psychology before studying dance and theatre at the London Studio Centre.

1994: Media attention at premiere

In 1994, Elizabeth Hurley accompanied Hugh Grant to the London premiere of his film Four Weddings and a Funeral in a black Versace dress, gaining her instant media attention.

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1994: Appearance in Versace dress

In 1994, Elizabeth Hurley accompanied Hugh Grant to the London premiere of his film Four Weddings and a Funeral, wearing a plunging black Versace dress held together with gold safety pins, which gained her media attention.

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April 2002: Birth of son Damian

On April 4, 2002, Elizabeth Hurley gave birth to a son, Damian Charles Hurley.

2003: Fashion Rocks event

In 2003, Elizabeth Hurley supported The Prince's Trust by co-presenting the Fashion Rocks event in its aid.

2004: Launched Get Into Cooking youth initiative

In 2004, Elizabeth Hurley helped launch the Get Into Cooking youth initiative in support of The Prince's Trust.

June 2016: Supported Brexit

In June 2016, Elizabeth Hurley expressed her support for the United Kingdom leaving the European Union and urged the public to vote in the 2016 European Union membership referendum.