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Elizabeth Olsen

Elizabeth Olsen is an American actress best known for her role as Wanda Maximoff/Scarlet Witch in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Since 2014, she has played the character in various films, and her performance in the miniseries *WandaVision* (2021) garnered her significant critical acclaim, including nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Olsen has established herself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry through her work in the MCU and other acting roles.

1980: Setting of Love and Death series

The series 'Love and Death' starring Elizabeth Olsen is set in 1980 and tells the story of a killing that happened in Texas.

1984: Birth of Older Brother, James "Trent" Olsen

In 1984, Elizabeth Olsen's older brother, James "Trent" Olsen, was born.

February 16, 1989: Elizabeth Olsen's Birth

On February 16, 1989, Elizabeth Chase Olsen was born in Sherman Oaks, California, to Jarnie, a former dancer and personal manager, and Dave, a real estate agent.

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August 1994: Signed by BMG Kidz

In August 1994, after her sisters' music success with their album I Am The Cute One, Elizabeth Olsen was signed by their label BMG Kidz, though she never recorded any music.

1996: Parents' Divorce

In 1996, Elizabeth Olsen's parents divorced, and her father remarried that same year.

2003: American remake of Oldboy

In 2013, Elizabeth appeared in the American remake of the 2003 South Korean film Oldboy.

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2004: Nearly Quit Acting

In 2004, Elizabeth Olsen nearly quit pursuing acting due to media attention toward Mary-Kate's eating disorder.

2008: Understudy Role in Dust

In 2008, Elizabeth Olsen attained an understudy role in the off-Broadway production of the play Dust.

2009: Understudy Role in Impressionism

In 2009, Elizabeth Olsen attained an understudy role in the Broadway production of the play Impressionism, which led to her securing an agent.

2011: Debut film role in Martha Marcy May Marlene

In 2011, Elizabeth Olsen had her debut film role in the thriller Martha Marcy May Marlene, which garnered her praise.

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2011: Starred in Martha Marcy May Marlene

In 2011, Elizabeth Olsen starred in Martha Marcy May Marlene.

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2011: Relationship with Boyd Holbrook Began

In 2011, Elizabeth Olsen started a relationship with actor Boyd Holbrook.

2012: Starred in Silent House, Red Lights, and Liberal Arts

In 2012, Elizabeth Olsen starred in the horror film Silent House, the thriller Red Lights, and the comedy Liberal Arts.

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January 2013: Nominated for BAFTA Rising Star Award

In January 2013, Elizabeth Olsen garnered a nomination for the BAFTA Rising Star Award at the 66th British Academy Film Awards.

January 2013: Graduated from NYU

In January 2013, Elizabeth Olsen graduated from New York University (NYU).

February 2014: Release of In Secret

In February 2014, In Secret, a film adaptation of Émile Zola's 1867 novel Thérèse Raquin, was released, starring Elizabeth Olsen in the leading role.

2014: First Appeared as Scarlet Witch in Captain America: The Winter Soldier

In 2014, Elizabeth Olsen first appeared as Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch in a post-credits scene of the film Captain America: The Winter Soldier.

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2014: Gained Recognition in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

In 2014, Elizabeth Olsen gained worldwide recognition for her portrayal of Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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2014: Starred in Godzilla

In 2014, Elizabeth Olsen starred in the monster film Godzilla.

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2014: Relationship with Boyd Holbrook Ended

In 2014, Elizabeth Olsen's relationship with actor Boyd Holbrook ended.

2015: Starred in I Saw the Light

In 2015, Elizabeth Olsen portrayed Audrey Williams in the biographical film I Saw the Light, alongside Tom Hiddleston.

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2015: Starred in Avengers: Age of Ultron

In 2015, Elizabeth Olsen starred in the superhero film Avengers: Age of Ultron, portraying Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch, joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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2016: Reprised Role in Captain America: Civil War

In 2016, Elizabeth Olsen reprised her role as Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch in Captain America: Civil War.

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2017: Starred in Wind River and Ingrid Goes West

In 2017, Elizabeth Olsen starred in the mystery film Wind River and the comedy-drama film Ingrid Goes West, both released in August to critical praise.

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September 2018: Premiered in Sorry for Your Loss

In September 2018, Elizabeth Olsen executive produced and starred as Leigh Shaw in the Watch web television series Sorry for Your Loss.

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2018: Reprised Role in Avengers: Infinity War

In 2018, Elizabeth Olsen reprised her role as Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch in Avengers: Infinity War.

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2018: Starred in Sorry for Your Loss

In 2018, Elizabeth Olsen starred as a widow in the drama series Sorry for Your Loss.

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July 2019: Engaged to Robbie Arnett

In July 2019, Elizabeth Olsen became engaged to musician Robbie Arnett, of the American band Milo Greene, after three years of dating. The two secretly eloped that same year.

2019: Continued Starring in Sorry for Your Loss

In 2019, Elizabeth Olsen continued her role in the drama series Sorry for Your Loss.

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2019: Reprised Role in Avengers: Endgame

In 2019, Elizabeth Olsen reprised her role as Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch in Avengers: Endgame, which became the second highest-grossing film of all time.

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January 2020: Sorry for Your Loss Canceled

In January 2020, the web television series Sorry for Your Loss, starring Elizabeth Olsen, was canceled after two seasons.

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January 2021: Premiered in WandaVision

In January 2021, Elizabeth Olsen played Wanda Maximoff again in the superhero miniseries WandaVision, which premiered on Disney+.

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2021: Nominated for Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Awards

In 2021, Elizabeth Olsen's performance in the miniseries WandaVision earned her nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award.

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May 2022: Starred in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

In May 2022, Elizabeth Olsen reprised her role in the film Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which was released to mixed reviews, but Olsen's performance received praise.

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June 2022: Released Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective

In June 2022, Elizabeth Olsen and Robbie Arnett co-wrote and released the children's book Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective.

June 2023: Released Hattie Harmony: Opening Night

In June 2023, Elizabeth Olsen and Robbie Arnett released their second children's book, Hattie Harmony: Opening Night.

2023: Starred in Love & Death

In 2023, Elizabeth Olsen starred as Candy Montgomery in the miniseries Love & Death, earning another Golden Globe Award nomination.

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2024: Starred in His Three Daughters

In 2024, Elizabeth Olsen starred in the drama His Three Daughters.

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January 2025: Filming for Panic Carefully Begins

In January 2025, Elizabeth Olsen will begin filming Sam Esmail's thriller Panic Carefully.

October 3, 2025: Marvel Zombies Premiere

On October 3, 2025, Elizabeth Olsen will voice a variant of Wanda Maximoff in Marvel's animated series Marvel Zombies.

November 2025: Eternity Release

In November 2025, Elizabeth Olsen will appear in David Freyne's romantic comedy Eternity alongside Miles Teller and Callum Turner.