A closer look at the biggest achievements of Julia Roberts. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Julia Roberts is a highly successful American actress renowned for her versatility across genres. She gained fame for her charming roles in romantic comedies and blockbusters, later expanding into dramas and independent films. Her films have grossed over $3.9 billion worldwide, establishing her as one of Hollywood's most bankable stars. Roberts has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award and multiple Golden Globe Awards. Her widespread popularity and charisma have earned her the nickname 'America’s Sweetheart'.
In 1989, Julia Roberts gained further notice from worldwide audiences following her Academy Award Nomination.
In 1990, Julia Roberts starred in Pretty Woman with Richard Gere, earning her a second Oscar nomination and Golden Globe Award win.
Since 1992, Julia Roberts also became the first actress to make The Hollywood Reporter's list of the 50 most influential women in show business.
In 1999, Julia Roberts starred in Notting Hill and Runaway Bride with Richard Gere, both being commercially successful. Roberts also guest starred in Law & Order, earning a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.
In 2000, Julia Roberts became the first actress to be included on The Hollywood Reporter's list of the 50 most influential women in show business, ranking third overall.
In 2000, Julia Roberts became the first actress to be paid $20 million for a film, Erin Brockovich. She also won the Academy Award for Best Actress and other accolades. She also became the first actress to make The Hollywood Reporter's list.
From 2002, Julia Roberts appeared in The Hollywood Reporter's list of the 10 highest-paid actresses every year.
In 2002, Julia Roberts became the first woman to be ranked the most bankable star in Hollywood based on an industry poll by The Hollywood Reporter, tying with Tom Cruise and Tom Hanks.
In 2007, Julia Roberts starred as Joanne Herring in 'Charlie Wilson's War', receiving her sixth Golden Globe nomination.
In 2009, Julia Roberts starred in the comic thriller 'Duplicity' alongside Clive Owen, receiving her seventh Golden Globe nomination for her performance.
In 2013, Julia Roberts starred in 'August: Osage County', earning nominations for several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
In 2017, People magazine named Julia Roberts the "World's Most Beautiful Woman" for a record-breaking fifth time.
As of 2019, Julia Roberts has garnered eight Golden Globe nominations and won for her performances in Steel Magnolias and Pretty Woman.
On February 28, 2025, Julia Roberts was honored as a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French Minister of Culture for her significant contribution to world cinema.
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