History of Isla Fisher in Timeline
Isla Lang Fisher is an Australian actress born in Oman to Scottish parents. She moved to Australia during her childhood and started her career in television commercials. Fisher gained prominence for her role as Shannon Reed on the Australian soap opera Home and Away from 1994 to 1997, earning two Logie Award nominations for her performance.
1925: F. Scott Fitzgerald's Novel 'The Great Gatsby'
In 1925, F. Scott Fitzgerald published his novel 'The Great Gatsby', which would later be adapted into the 2013 film starring Isla Fisher.
February 1976: Birth and Early Life
Isla Lang Fisher was born in Muscat in February 1976. Her father was working as a banker for the United Nations. Her family moved back to their hometown in Bathgate before settling in Perth, Australia, when she was six years old. She had a 'great' upbringing and attended Swanbourne Primary School and Methodist Ladies' College in Perth.
1978: Elmore Leonard's Novel 'The Switch'
In 1978, Elmore Leonard published 'The Switch', a novel that would later be adapted into the film 'Life of Crime', featuring Isla Fisher.
1993: First Professional Acting Roles
In 1993, Isla Fisher made her professional acting debut with guest-starring roles in the children's TV shows 'Bay City' and 'Paradise Beach'. This marked the start of her professional acting career.
1994: Home and Away Role
In 1994, Isla Fisher began her role as Shannon Reed on the Australian soap opera 'Home and Away'. This role brought her significant recognition and set the stage for her future career in acting.
1995: Logie Award Nomination
In 1995, Isla Fisher was nominated for Most Popular New Talent at the Logie Awards for her role in 'Home and Away'. This nomination was an early recognition of her talent.
1996: Interview with The Sun-Herald
In a 1996 interview with The Sun-Herald, Isla Fisher discussed her experiences and success on 'Home and Away'. She mentioned the challenges of the heavy workload and described the experience as a valuable apprenticeship.
1997: End of Home and Away Role
Isla Fisher's role on 'Home and Away' came to an end in 1997. During her time on the show, she received two Logie Award nominations, which highlighted her growing prominence as an actress.
2001: German Slasher Film Role
In 2001, Isla Fisher played a role in the German slasher film 'Swimming Pool'. This role was part of her early career in international films.
2002: Hollywood Transition
In 2002, Isla Fisher transitioned to Hollywood with a supporting role in the fantasy film 'Scooby-Doo'. Despite negative reviews, the film was a commercial success, grossing US$275.7 million worldwide.
2003: Supporting Roles in Dallas 362 and The Wannabes
In 2003, Isla Fisher played supporting roles in the independent film 'Dallas 362' and the Australian comedy 'The Wannabes'. These roles continued to build her career in film.
2004: I Heart Huckabees Role
In 2004, Isla Fisher played a part in the comedy 'I Heart Huckabees', directed by David O. Russell. Her role was described as a 'punchy little part' by The Age.
2005: Fisher's Role in 'London'
In 2005, Isla Fisher appeared as a Manhattan party host in the independent drama 'London', opposite Jessica Biel, Chris Evans, and Jason Statham.
2005: Potential Career as a Writer
In a 2005 interview, Isla Fisher mentioned that she might have pursued a full-time career as a writer had she not been successful as an actress. She had already published two teen novels, 'Bewitched' and 'Seduced by Fame', at the age of 18 with the help of her mother.
2005: Breakthrough in Wedding Crashers
Isla Fisher's breakthrough came in 2005 with her role in the comedy 'Wedding Crashers'. She played the sexually aggressive younger daughter of a politician. The film was well-received and earned her several award nominations.
2006: Wedding Daze Release
In 2006, Isla Fisher starred in the film 'Wedding Daze', continuing her successful acting career in Hollywood.
2006: Lead Role in 'Wedding Daze'
In 2006, Isla Fisher starred in the romantic comedy 'Wedding Daze', with Jason Biggs. She played a dissatisfied waitress who spontaneously gets engaged to a grieving young man. The film opened in second place on its UK opening weekend but received mediocre reviews.
2007: Thriller and Comedy Roles
In 2007, Fisher appeared in the thriller 'The Lookout' opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Matthew Goode, playing a woman used by a gang leader. She also starred in the comedy 'Hot Rod' with Andy Samberg, playing the college-graduate neighbor of an amateur stuntman.
2007: Converted to Judaism
In 2007, after three years of studying, Isla Fisher completed her conversion to Judaism, taking the Hebrew name Ayala, meaning doe. She has described herself as keeping the Jewish Sabbath and expressed that her conversion was an act of love for Sacha Baron Cohen.
2008: Roles in 'Definitely, Maybe' and 'Horton Hears a Who!'
In 2008, Isla Fisher played a copy girl in the romantic comedy 'Definitely, Maybe' with Ryan Reynolds. The film was a commercial success, grossing US$55.4 million worldwide. She also voiced a professor in the animated comedy 'Horton Hears a Who!', featuring Jim Carrey and Steve Carell.
2008: Definitely, Maybe and Horton Hears a Who!
Isla Fisher appeared in 'Definitely, Maybe' and lent her voice to 'Horton Hears a Who!' in 2008, showcasing her versatility in both live-action and animated films.
2009: Leading Role in 'Confessions of a Shopaholic'
In 2009, Isla Fisher obtained her first leading film role in the comedy 'Confessions of a Shopaholic'. She played a college graduate and financial journalist with a shopping addiction. Despite lukewarm reviews, the film was a commercial success, grossing US$108.3 million worldwide.
2009: Confessions of a Shopaholic Release
Isla Fisher starred in 'Confessions of a Shopaholic' in 2009, further solidifying her status as a leading actress in Hollywood.
March 2010: Married Sacha Baron Cohen
In March 2010, Isla Fisher married English comedian and actor Sacha Baron Cohen in a Jewish ceremony in Paris. The couple had been engaged since 2004 and had three children together.
2010: Marriage to Sacha Baron Cohen
In 2010, Isla Fisher married English comedian Sacha Baron Cohen. The couple has three children together.
2010: Role in 'Burke and Hare'
In 2010, Isla Fisher starred in the British black comedy 'Burke and Hare', opposite Simon Pegg and Andy Serkis. She played a former prostitute and love interest of one of the titular characters.
2011: Voice Role in 'Rango'
In 2011, Fisher voiced a hot-tempered but good-hearted desert iguana in the animated film 'Rango', featuring Johnny Depp. The film received positive reviews and grossed US$245.7 million worldwide. She won the Alliance of Women Film Journalists Award for Best Animated Female for her role.
2011: Rango Voice Role
In 2011, Isla Fisher provided her voice for the animated film 'Rango', adding another voice role to her career.
2012: Roles in 'Bachelorette' and 'Rise of the Guardians'
In 2012, Fisher starred in the comedy 'Bachelorette' as a ditzy party girl and voiced the Tooth Fairy in the animated film 'Rise of the Guardians'. 'Bachelorette' was a commercial success, grossing US$11.9 million in theatres, and 'Rise of the Guardians' earned her an Alliance of Women Film Journalists Award nomination.
2012: Bachelorette Release
In 2012, Isla Fisher appeared in the film 'Bachelorette', showcasing her versatility as an actress.
2013: The Great Gatsby and Now You See Me
2013 was a significant year for Isla Fisher as she starred in two major films: 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Now You See Me'. Both films contributed significantly to her career.
2013: Role in 'Arrested Development' and 'Life of Crime'
Also in 2013, Fisher appeared in the fourth season of 'Arrested Development' and the film 'Life of Crime'. She received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for her ensemble performance in 'Arrested Development' and described it as a career highlight.
2013: Arrested Development Recurring Role
In 2013, Isla Fisher began a recurring role on the fourth season of the sitcom 'Arrested Development', which continued until 2019.
2013: Mainstream Recognition in 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Now You See Me'
In 2013, Isla Fisher gained mainstream recognition for her roles in 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Now You See Me'. She portrayed an ambitious social climber in 'The Great Gatsby', which grossed US$353.6 million worldwide. She also played an escapist and stage magician in 'Now You See Me', which grossed over US$350 million globally.
2014: Donated Shoes to Small Steps Project
In 2014, Isla Fisher donated her signed shoes for the Small Steps Project Celebrity Shoe Auction, contributing to a charitable cause aimed at helping disadvantaged children.
2015: Donated to Save the Children and International Rescue Committee
In 2015, Isla Fisher and her husband Sacha Baron Cohen donated £335,000 to Save the Children for a vaccination program against measles for Syrian children. They also donated another £335,000 to the International Rescue Committee to aid Syrian refugees.
2015: Donated Shoes to Small Steps Project
In 2015, Isla Fisher once again donated her signed shoes for the Small Steps Project Celebrity Shoe Auction, continuing her charitable efforts for the cause.
2015: Release of Visions
In 2015, Isla Fisher starred in the independent horror film Visions as a pregnant woman who experiences supernatural manifestations after moving to a vineyard with her husband. The film had a limited release in most international markets and was available for VOD in North America. Despite Fisher's involvement, Spanish newspaper Reforma critiqued the film as predictable and boring, mentioning Fisher's performance as lackluster.
2016: Nocturnal Animals and Keeping Up with the Joneses
In 2016, Isla Fisher had roles in 'Nocturnal Animals' and 'Keeping Up with the Joneses', continuing her successful streak in Hollywood.
2016: Role in Nocturnal Animals and Published Children's Novel
In 2016, Isla Fisher played a role in Tom Ford's neo-noir thriller Nocturnal Animals, which won the Grand Jury Prize at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival. Additionally, she published her third book and first children's novel, Marge in Charge, which received positive reviews for its spontaneity and mayhem.
2016: Starred in Action Comedies Grimsby and Keeping Up with the Joneses
In 2016, Isla Fisher starred in two action comedy films, Grimsby and Keeping Up with the Joneses. Grimsby marked her first collaboration with her husband, Sacha Baron Cohen, where she played the handler of the best MI6 agent. In Keeping Up with the Joneses, she portrayed one half of a suburban couple who suspect their new neighbors are secret agents. Despite being high-budget films, both made less than US$30 million at the box office.
2017: Published Follow-ups to Marge in Charge
In 2017, Isla Fisher published two follow-up books to her children's novel Marge in Charge: Marge and the Pirate Baby and Marge and the Great Train Rescue. Both books continued the story of the mischievous babysitter with rainbow hair, receiving positive reception.
2018: Published Marge in Charge and the Stolen Treasure
In 2018, Isla Fisher published another follow-up to her children's novel series titled Marge in Charge and the Stolen Treasure. The series continued to delight young readers with the adventures of the mischievous babysitter.
2018: Tag Release
In 2018, Isla Fisher starred in the comedy film 'Tag', continuing her presence in Hollywood comedies.
2019: Guest Starred in Curb Your Enthusiasm
In 2019, Isla Fisher guest-starred in an episode of the tenth season of HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm, showcasing her comedic talents in the popular series.
2019: The Beach Bum Release
Isla Fisher appeared in the comedy film 'The Beach Bum' in 2019, further adding to her diverse filmography.
2019: Conclusion of Arrested Development Role
Isla Fisher's recurring role on 'Arrested Development' concluded in 2019, marking the end of her involvement in the popular sitcom.
2020: Starred in Godmothered
In 2020, Isla Fisher starred in the Walt Disney Pictures film Godmothered, which was released on Disney+ on 4 December 2020. The film added to her diverse portfolio of roles.
2021: Back to the Outback Voice Role
Isla Fisher lent her voice to the animated film 'Back to the Outback' in 2021, continuing her work in animated films.
2022: Wolf Like Me Role
In 2022, Isla Fisher starred in the comedy-drama series 'Wolf Like Me', adding another significant role to her television career.
April 2024: Announced Separation from Sacha Baron Cohen
On 5 April 2024, Isla Fisher announced that she and Sacha Baron Cohen had decided to end their 13-year marriage, separating at the end of 2023. The couple had been together since meeting in 2001.
2024: End of Marriage to Sacha Baron Cohen
From 2010 to 2024, Isla Fisher was married to English comedian Sacha Baron Cohen. The couple, who have three children together, separated in 2024.
