History of Jessica Biel in Timeline
Jessica Claire Timberlake is a highly acclaimed American actress known for her versatile roles. Her exceptional talent has earned her numerous awards and nominations, including a Young Artist Award, Primetime Emmy Award nomination, and two Golden Globe Award nominations. Her contributions to the entertainment industry have solidified her status as a respected figure in Hollywood.
March 3, 1982: Birth of Jessica Claire Timberlake
On March 3, 1982, Jessica Claire Timberlake, known professionally as Jessica Biel, was born.
1990: Release of "Total Recall"
The original science fiction film "Total Recall", which Jessica Biel would later star in a remake of, was released in 1990.
1996: Jessica Biel's Television Debut
In 1996, Jessica Biel began her acting career in the family drama series "7th Heaven", playing the role of Mary Camden.
1997: Jessica Biel's Film Debut and Critical Acclaim
In 1997, Jessica Biel made her feature film debut in "Ulee's Gold". Her performance earned her critical acclaim and a Young Artist Award.
1997: First Feature Film Role in "Ulee's Gold"
Jessica Biel landed her first feature film role in "Ulee's Gold," released in 1997, portraying Peter Fonda's granddaughter.
1998: Co-starring Role in "I'll Be Home for Christmas"
During a break from filming "7th Heaven" in the spring of 1998, Jessica Biel co-starred in the holiday film "I'll Be Home for Christmas" alongside Jonathan Taylor Thomas.
March 2000: Controversial Photoshoot and Legal Action
In March 2000, a photoshoot featuring Jessica Biel in Gear magazine sparked controversy and led to legal action by the producers of "7th Heaven". Biel later expressed regret, claiming she had been exploited.
2000: Jessica Biel Enrolls at Tufts University
Jessica Biel began her studies at Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, in 2000.
2001: Role in "Summer Catch"
Jessica Biel appeared in the baseball-themed film "Summer Catch" in 2001, playing the love interest of Freddie Prinze, Jr.'s character.
2002: Starring Role in "The Rules of Attraction"
In 2002, Jessica Biel took on the role of Lara, a promiscuous college student, in the ensemble film "The Rules of Attraction", adapted from the novel by Bret Easton Ellis.
2002: Completion of Studies at Tufts University
Jessica Biel concluded her studies at Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts, in 2002.
2002: Appearance in "The Rules of Attraction"
Jessica Biel starred as Lara in the ensemble film "The Rules of Attraction", a film adaptation of the Bret Easton Ellis novel, which was released in 2002.
2003: Lead Role in "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre"
Jessica Biel landed her first top-billing role in the horror film "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" in 2003. Despite receiving negative reviews, the film was a commercial success.
2003: Breakthrough Role in "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre"
Jessica Biel gained significant recognition in 2003 for her lead role as Erin Hardesty in the commercially successful horror film "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre".
2004: Filming "Blade: Trinity" and "Stealth"
In 2004, Jessica Biel worked on "Blade: Trinity", the third film in the Blade series. Following that, she traveled to Australia to film the action-thriller "Stealth."
2004: Starring Role in "Blade: Trinity"
Jessica Biel starred in "Blade: Trinity", the third installment of the Blade film series, released in 2004. The film achieved commercial success despite receiving negative reviews.
2005: Jessica Biel Named "Sexiest Woman Alive"
In 2005, Esquire magazine bestowed upon Jessica Biel the title of "Sexiest Woman Alive", featuring her in a six-part series.
2005: Supporting Role in "Elizabethtown" and Appearance in "London"
Jessica Biel had a supporting role in the romantic comedy "Elizabethtown" and starred in the independent film "London", both released in 2005.
July 18, 2006: Jessica Biel Participates in Charity Auction for Molly Bloom
On July 18, 2006, Jessica Biel participated in a charity auction to help raise medical funds for Molly Bloom, a teenager injured in a limousine accident.
August 18, 2006: Jessica Biel Has Lunch with Charity Auction Winner
On August 18, 2006, Jessica Biel had lunch at The Palm in Denver, Colorado, with John Schiffner, who had won a charity auction with a bid of $30,000. The proceeds from the auction benefited the medical fund for Molly Bloom.
2006: Conclusion of "7th Heaven"
After a successful run, Jessica Biel's time on the family drama series "7th Heaven" concluded in 2006.
2006: Roles in "The Illusionist" and "Home of the Brave"
Jessica Biel portrayed a duchess in the period piece "The Illusionist" and an Iraq War veteran in the drama "Home of the Brave" in 2006.
2006: Critically Acclaimed Performance in "The Illusionist"
Jessica Biel's performance as a duchess in the period piece film "The Illusionist", released in 2006, earned her critical acclaim.
January 2007: Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake Begin Dating
Jessica Biel and singer-songwriter Justin Timberlake began dating in January 2007.
2007: Roles in "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry" and Signing for "Powder Blue"
In 2007, Jessica Biel appeared in the comedy "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry" and signed on for a role as a stripper in the film "Powder Blue."
2007: Top Ranking in Stuff Magazine
Jessica Biel secured the No. 1 spot on Stuff magazine's "100 Sexiest Women" list in 2007.
2007: Jessica Biel Co-Founds Make the Difference Network
In early 2007, Jessica Biel, her father, and business partner Kent McBride established the Make the Difference Network.
April 2008: Start of Filming for "Nailed"
Jessica Biel began working on the political satire film "Nailed", directed by David O. Russell and co-starring Jake Gyllenhaal, in April 2008.
September 2008: Premiere of "Easy Virtue" at Toronto International Film Festival
The film "Easy Virtue", an adaptation of a Noël Coward play, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2008. Jessica Biel starred as Larita, a young widow, and received critical acclaim for her performance.
May 2009: Jessica Biel Discusses Production Issues of "Nailed"
In May 2009, Jessica Biel publicly addressed the production challenges faced during the making of the film "Nailed", expressing her disappointment despite her admiration for the director.
2009: Voice Role in "Planet 51" and Stage Performances
In 2009, Jessica Biel lent her voice to the animated film "Planet 51". She also performed as Sarah Brown in a concert production of "Guys and Dolls" with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and participated in a workshop for a musical adaptation of "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown".
2010: Appearances in Ensemble Films and Action Adaptation
Jessica Biel starred in two ensemble films, "Valentine's Day" and "The A-Team," in 2010, the latter based on the television series.
2010: Jessica Biel Climbs Mount Kilimanjaro for Water Crisis Awareness
Jessica Biel, along with members of the United Nations Foundation, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in 2010 to raise awareness about the global water crisis.
December 2011: Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake's Engagement
In December 2011, Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake announced their engagement.
2011: Role in "New Year's Eve"
Jessica Biel appeared in the ensemble romantic comedy "New Year's Eve" in 2011.
October 19, 2012: Jessica Biel Marries Justin Timberlake
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake were married on October 19, 2012, in a ceremony at the Borgo Egnazia resort in Fasano, Italy.
2012: Roles in Science Fiction Remake and Biographical Film
In 2012, Jessica Biel starred in the remake of the 1990 science fiction film "Total Recall" and portrayed actress Vera Miles in the biographical film "Hitchcock", based on the making of "Psycho".
January 18, 2013: Premiere of "Emanuel and the Truth About Fishes" at Sundance
The thriller film "Emanuel and the Truth About Fishes", starring Jessica Biel, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 18, 2013.
February 10, 2015: Release of "Nailed"
The political satire film "Nailed", featuring Jessica Biel, was released on video on demand on February 10, 2015, after facing production challenges.
April 17, 2015: "Bleeding Heart" Premieres at Tribeca Film Festival
On April 17, 2015, "Bleeding Heart," an independent drama starring Jessica Biel as a yoga instructor who discovers her biological sister is a sex worker, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. The film received mixed reviews, but Biel's performance earned praise for its nuance and subtlety.
2016: Voice Acting in "Spark" and Role in "A Kind of Murder"
In 2016, Jessica Biel lent her voice to the animated film "Spark," alongside Susan Sarandon and Hilary Swank. That same year, she co-starred with Patrick Wilson in the thriller "A Kind of Murder," adapted from a Patricia Highsmith novel.
January 2017: "The Book of Love" Release
In January 2017, "The Book of Love," a drama film starring Jessica Biel and Jason Sudeikis, was released. Biel played the role of the architect's wife and also produced the project.
August 2, 2017: "The Sinner" Premieres on USA Network
On August 2, 2017, "The Sinner," a miniseries starring and executive produced by Jessica Biel, premiered on USA Network. Biel's role as Cora Tannetti marked a shift towards production, allowing her to actively pursue challenging roles.
2017: Executive Producer and Star of "The Sinner"
In 2017, Jessica Biel served as executive producer and starred in the USA Network limited drama series "The Sinner", which earned her nominations for a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award.
June 2019: Jessica Biel Lobbies Against California Vaccination Bill
In June 2019, Jessica Biel, alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr., publicly opposed a California vaccination bill. Their lobbying efforts focused on the bill's limitations on medical exemptions for vaccinations without the approval of a state public health officer.
October 2021: Jessica Biel to Star in and Executive Produce "Candy"
In October 2021, it was announced that Jessica Biel would star in and executive produce "Candy," a true-crime drama miniseries for Hulu.
2021: Jessica Biel Co-Founds Kinderfarms
In 2021, Jessica Biel partnered with Jeremy Adams and Greg Willsey to launch Kinderfarms, a health and wellness company focused on providing products for families.