Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Katie Holmes

How Katie Holmes built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Katie Holmes is an American actress best known for her role as Joey Potter in the television series Dawson's Creek (1998-2003). This role catapulted her to fame and established her career in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 2008: New face of Miu Miu

In November 2008, Katie Holmes was confirmed as the new face of the spring 2009 campaign for the high-end fashion line Miu Miu.

July 2009: Launch of Dizzy Feet Foundation

In July 2009, Katie Holmes, along with Nigel Lythgoe, Adam Shankman, and Carrie Ann Inaba, announced the launch of a dance scholarship fund called the Dizzy Feet Foundation.

January 2011: New face of Ann Taylor

Beginning in January 2011, Katie Holmes became the new face of Ann Taylor Spring 11 collection, marking a collaboration with the fashion brand.

June 2011: Received Women in Film Max Mara Face of the Future Award

In June 2011, Katie Holmes received the Women in Film Max Mara Face of the Future Award, recognizing her potential and impact in the film industry.

2011: Reported casting in Responsible Adults

In 2011, Katie Holmes and Chace Crawford were reportedly cast as the leads in the romantic comedy Responsible Adults, with shooting planned to begin in Los Angeles in "Fall 2011".

September 2012: Holmes & Yang at New York Fashion Week

In September 2012, Holmes & Yang, Katie Holmes's fashion line with Jeanne Yang, presented their collection at New York Fashion Week for the first time.

2012: Appearance in Dead Accounts on Broadway

In 2012, Katie Holmes appeared in Theresa Rebeck's new comedy Dead Accounts on Broadway, marking a stage appearance in her career.

January 2013: Brand ambassador of Alterna Haircare

In January 2013, Katie Holmes was announced as the brand ambassador and co-owner of Alterna Haircare.

2015: Directed Eternal Princess documentary

In 2015, Katie Holmes directed a short documentary titled Eternal Princess for ESPN about Olympic gymnast Nadia Comăneci, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.

2015: Joined Ray Donovan

In 2015, Katie Holmes joined the third season of the TV series Ray Donovan, adding to her television roles.

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December 9, 2016: Release of All We Had

On December 9, 2016, Katie Holmes's directorial debut, All We Had, was released by Gravitas Ventures, featuring Holmes as the star and focusing on a mother-daughter relationship in a small Midwestern town.

2017: Starred in Logan Lucky

In 2017, Katie Holmes starred in the heist comedy Logan Lucky, directed by Steven Soderbergh, which received positive reviews and grossed $48 million worldwide.

June 5, 2018: Ocean's 8 premiere

On June 5, 2018, Ocean's 8, featuring a cameo by Katie Holmes, premiered at Alice Tully Hall. The film follows a group of women planning a heist at the Met Gala.

June 8, 2018: Release of Ocean's 8

On June 8, 2018, Katie Holmes made a cameo in the movie Ocean's 8, which was released by Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.

2019: Acted in Coda

In 2019, Katie Holmes starred in the independent film Coda alongside Patrick Stewart, receiving positive reviews.

February 21, 2020: Release of Brahms: The Boy II

On February 21, 2020, Katie Holmes starred in the movie Brahms: The Boy II, which was theatrically released in the United States.

July 31, 2020: Release of The Secret: Dare to Dream

On July 31, 2020, Katie Holmes starred in The Secret: Dare to Dream, which was released in the United States through video on demand and theatrically in several countries, co-starring Josh Lucas, Jerry O'Connell and Celia Weston.

July 14, 2022: Premiere of Alone Together at Tribeca Film Festival

On July 14, 2022, Alone Together, Katie Holmes's second film as a writer and director, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, starring Holmes, Jim Sturgess, Derek Luke, Melissa Leo, Zosia Mamet, and Becky Ann Baker.