History of Jennifer Connelly in Timeline

Jennifer Connelly started as a child model before transitioning to acting. Her early roles included films like "Once Upon a Time in America" (1984), "Phenomena" (1985), "Labyrinth" (1986), "Career Opportunities" (1991), and "The Rocketeer" (1991). She gained recognition for her performances in "Dark City" (1998) and "Requiem for a Dream" (2000), the latter showcasing her portrayal of a drug addict. Her career has spanned diverse genres, from crime and horror to musical fantasy, romantic comedy, and science fiction.

1942: Birth of Ilene Carol Schumann

Connelly's mother, Ilene Carol Schumann, was born in 1942.

1951: The Day the Earth Stood Still (original)

The original science fiction film "The Day the Earth Stood Still" was released in 1951.

December 12, 1970: Birth of Jennifer Lynn Connelly

Jennifer Lynn Connelly was born on December 12, 1970, in Round Top, New York.

1976: Move to Woodstock

The Connelly family moved to Woodstock, New York in 1976.

1982: Filming of Once Upon a Time in America

Filming for "Once Upon a Time in America", Connelly's first film, began in 1982.

1983: Winter's Tale (novel release)

The novel "Winter's Tale" by Mark Helprin, which was later adapted into a film starring Connelly, was originally published in 1983.

1984: Release of Once Upon a Time in America

"Once Upon a Time in America" was released in 1984, marking Connelly's film debut.

1984: Acting Debut in Once Upon a Time in America

In 1984, Connelly made her acting debut in Sergio Leone's film "Once Upon a Time in America".

1985: Phenomena and Seven Minutes in Heaven

Connelly starred in "Phenomena" and "Seven Minutes in Heaven" in 1985.

1985: Lead Roles in Phenomena and Seven Minutes in Heaven

Connelly starred in Dario Argento's "Phenomena" and "Seven Minutes in Heaven" in 1985.

December 1986: Japanese Pop Song Recordings

Connelly recorded two pop songs, "Monologue of Love" and "Message of Love," for the Japanese market in December 1986.

1986: Labyrinth Release

"Labyrinth", starring Connelly, was released in 1986.

1986: Labyrinth and Japanese Pop Songs

Connelly starred in Jim Henson's "Labyrinth" and released two Japanese pop songs in 1986.

1988: Seventeen Magazine Covers

Connelly appeared on the covers of Seventeen magazine in 1988.

1988: Start of Work on Etoile

Connelly began working on the film "Etoile" in 1988.

1988: High School Graduation and College

Connelly graduated from high school and began studying at Yale University in 1988.

1989: Release of Etoile and Some Girls

"Etoile" and "Some Girls," both starring Connelly, were released in 1989.

1990: The Hot Spot and Consideration for Pretty Woman

Connelly starred in "The Hot Spot" and was considered for the lead role in "Pretty Woman" in 1990.

1991: Career Opportunities and The Rocketeer

Connelly appeared in the films "Career Opportunities" and "The Rocketeer" in 1991.

1994: Of Love and Shadows

In 1994, Jennifer Connelly appeared in "Of Love and Shadows," an Argentine-American drama film co-starring Antonio Banderas.

1995: Higher Learning

In 1995, Jennifer Connelly was cast in John Singleton's film "Higher Learning," portraying a lesbian college student.

1996: Mulholland Falls

In 1996, Jennifer Connelly appeared in the neo-noir thriller "Mulholland Falls," playing the murdered mistress of a general. The film, despite some positive reviews for Connelly's performance, was a box office disappointment.

1996: End of Relationship with Billy Campbell

In 1996, Jennifer Connelly ended her five-year engagement with Billy Campbell, her co-star in "The Rocketeer".

1996: Far Harbor

In 1996, Jennifer Connelly starred in the independent film "Far Harbor" as Elie, a Hollywood studio figure who writes a screenplay based on her personal traumas.

1997: Inventing the Abbotts

In 1997, Jennifer Connelly starred in the drama "Inventing the Abbotts," set in the late 1950s. Her performance as Eleanor, the daughter of a town millionaire, garnered positive reviews.

1997: Birth of First Child

Jennifer Connelly's first child, a son, was born in 1997. The father is photographer David Dugan.

1998: Critical Acclaim for Dark City

Connelly received praise for her performance in the science fiction film "Dark City" in 1998.

1998: Dark City

In 1998, Jennifer Connelly appeared in the science fiction film "Dark City," playing the role of Emma, a torch singer whose husband suffers from amnesia.

2000: Requiem for a Dream

Connelly starred in Darren Aronofsky's "Requiem for a Dream" in 2000.

2000: Parents' Divorce

Connelly's parents divorced in 2000.

2000: The Street (cancellation)

Connelly's previous television show, "The Street," was cancelled in 2000.

2000: Pollock and The Street

In 2000, Jennifer Connelly portrayed Ruth Kligman in the biopic "Pollock" and also appeared as Catherine Miller in the television series "The Street."

2000: Waking the Dead

In 2000, Jennifer Connelly starred in "Waking the Dead," playing Sarah Williams, an activist killed by a car bomb. Her performance received critical acclaim.

2001: Academy Award for A Beautiful Mind

Connelly won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "A Beautiful Mind" in 2001.

2001: A Beautiful Mind

In 2001, Jennifer Connelly starred as Alicia Nash in "A Beautiful Mind." The film was a critical and commercial success, and Connelly won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA for her performance.

2002: Dark Water (original)

The Japanese film "Dark Water" was released in 2002, later being remade in 2005 with Connelly in the lead role.

January 1, 2003: Marriage to Paul Bettany

On January 1, 2003, Jennifer Connelly married actor Paul Bettany in a private ceremony held in Scotland. The couple met on the set of the film "A Beautiful Mind".

2003: Hulk and House of Sand and Fog

Connelly appeared in "Hulk" and "House of Sand and Fog" in 2003.

2003: Hulk

In 2003, Jennifer Connelly played Betty Ross in Ang Lee's "Hulk." The film achieved moderate success.

November 14, 2005: Amnesty International Ambassador

Jennifer Connelly was appointed Amnesty International Ambassador for Human Rights Education on November 14, 2005.

2005: Amnesty International Ambassador

Connelly became an Amnesty International Ambassador for Human Rights Education in 2005.

2005: Dark Water

Connelly starred in the horror film "Dark Water" in 2005.

2006: Little Children and Blood Diamond

Connelly starred in "Little Children" and "Blood Diamond" in 2006.

2007: Reservation Road

Connelly starred as Grace in the 2007 drama "Reservation Road." This role, in which she dealt with the aftermath of her son's death, was considered one of her most challenging.

2008: The Day the Earth Stood Still

Connelly appeared in "The Day the Earth Stood Still" in 2008.

2008: Death of Gerard Connelly

Connelly's father passed away in 2008.

2008: Brand Ambassador for Balenciaga and Revlon

In 2008, Jennifer Connelly served as the face of both Balenciaga and Revlon, reflecting her status as one of the world's most beautiful women according to publications like Vanity Fair, Esquire, and the Los Angeles Times.

May 2, 2009: Participation in Revlon's Run/Walk for Women

On May 2, 2009, Jennifer Connelly participated in Revlon's annual 5k Run/Walk for Women.

2009: He's Just Not That Into You

Connelly appeared in "He's Just Not That Into You" in 2009.

2009: Creation and 9

In 2009, Connelly starred in the biopic "Creation" as Emma Darwin, alongside her real-life husband, Paul Bettany, who played Charles Darwin. She also voiced the character "7" in the animated film "9."

September 15, 2010: Virginia (premiere)

"Virginia," starring Connelly as the title character, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 15, 2010.

2011: The Dilemma, Salvation Boulevard, The Sheltering Sky

2011 saw Connelly star in "The Dilemma" with Vince Vaughn and "Salvation Boulevard." She also recorded an audiobook of "The Sheltering Sky."

2011: Birth of Daughter

Jennifer Connelly and Paul Bettany welcomed their daughter in 2011.

February 2012: Shiseido Global Brand Ambassador

Jennifer Connelly was named Shiseido's first global brand ambassador in February 2012, renewing her collaboration with the company after working with them in the 1980s.