History of Katie Holmes in Timeline

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

1998: Dated Joshua Jackson

In 1998, Katie Holmes dated her Dawson's Creek co-star Joshua Jackson early in the show's run, marking her first love.

1999: Named one of the sexiest women in the world

From 1999 onward, Katie Holmes was annually named by both the British and American editions of FHM magazine as one of the sexiest women in the world.

2000: Met Chris Klein

In 2000, Katie Holmes met actor Chris Klein, beginning a new relationship.

2003: Named one of People's "50 Most Beautiful People"

In 2003, Katie Holmes was named one of People's "50 Most Beautiful People", and Teen People declared her one of the "25 Hottest Stars Under 25" that year.

2003: Engaged to Chris Klein

In late 2003, Katie Holmes and Chris Klein became engaged, signifying a commitment in their relationship.

April 2005: Began dating Tom Cruise

In April 2005, Katie Holmes began dating actor Tom Cruise, starting a high-profile relationship.

June 2005: Engaged to Tom Cruise

In June 2005, Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise became engaged just seven weeks after meeting, marking a quick progression in their relationship.

2005: Named one of the ten best dressed stars

In 2005, Katie Holmes was recognized by People as one of the ten best dressed stars that year.

2005: Ranked on TV Guide's "50 Sexiest Stars of All Time" list

In 2005, TV Guide ranked Katie Holmes No. 38 on its "50 Sexiest Stars of All Time" list.

2005: Ended relationship with Chris Klein

In early 2005, Katie Holmes ended her relationship with Chris Klein, although they remained friends after the breakup.

April 18, 2006: Birth of Suri Cruise

On April 18, 2006, Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise's daughter, Suri, was born, coinciding with their first anniversary.

November 18, 2006: Married Tom Cruise

On November 18, 2006, Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise were married in a Scientologist ceremony at Odescalchi Castle in Bracciano, Italy.

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.

March 2011: Filed libel lawsuit against Star magazine

In early March 2011, Katie Holmes filed a $50-million libel lawsuit against Star magazine following a cover story that insinuated that she took drugs.

April 27, 2011: Settlement of libel lawsuit

On April 27, 2011, Katie Holmes settled her $50-million libel lawsuit against Star magazine after the magazine issued a public apology and made an undisclosed donation to her charity, Dizzy Feet Foundation.

May 6, 2011: Star magazine published public apology

On May 6, 2011, Star magazine published a public apology in their magazine.

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".

June 29, 2012: Filed for divorce from Tom Cruise

On June 29, 2012, Katie Holmes filed for divorce from Tom Cruise in New York after five and a half years of marriage, citing concerns over Suri's safety and potential intimidation by the Church of Scientology.

July 2012: Divorce settlement signed

In July 2012, attorneys announced that Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise had signed a divorce settlement, granting Holmes custody of their daughter Suri. Following the divorce, Holmes returned to the Catholic Church.

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.

2013: Rumored relationship with Jamie Foxx

From 2013, Katie Holmes was rumored to be in a relationship with actor and singer Jamie Foxx.

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.

2019: Rumored relationship with Jamie Foxx ended

Katie Holmes's rumored relationship with actor and singer Jamie Foxx ended in 2019.

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.

2020: Dated Emilio Vitolo Jr.

From 2020, Katie Holmes dated chef Emilio Vitolo Jr.

2021: Relationship with Emilio Vitolo Jr. ended

Katie Holmes's relationship with chef Emilio Vitolo Jr. ended in 2021.

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.