History of Kirsten Dunst in Timeline
Kirsten Dunst is an American actress who began her career in 1989. She has starred in numerous films and television shows, garnering critical acclaim. Dunst has received nominations for prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and multiple Golden Globe Awards, solidifying her presence in the entertainment industry.
1964: Publication of The Two Faces of January
Hossein Amini's The Two Faces of January (2014) was based on Patricia Highsmith's 1964 novel of the same name.
1971: The Beguiled original movie release
In 2017, Kirsten Dunst starred in The Beguiled, a remake of Don Siegel's 1971 film of the same name.
1980: Release of Turning Japanese
Kirsten Dunst starred as the magical princess Majokko in the Takashi Murakami-and-McG-directed short Akihabara Majokko Princess singing a cover of The Vapors' 1980 song "Turning Japanese".
1981: Publication of Jumanji
In 1981, Chris Van Allsburg's children's book "Jumanji" was published, which later inspired the film starring Kirsten Dunst.
April 30, 1982: Kirsten Dunst's Birth
On April 30, 1982, Kirsten Caroline Dunst was born in Point Pleasant, New Jersey.
1982: Robert Durst's wife disappearance
In 2010, Kirsten Dunst co-starred in the mystery drama All Good Things, based on the true story of New York real estate developer Robert Durst, whose wife disappeared in 1982.
1988: Appearance on Saturday Night Live and Feature Film Debut
In 1988, Dunst appeared in Saturday Night Live and made her feature film debut with a minor role in Woody Allen's short film Oedipus Wrecks.
1989: Acting Debut in New York Stories
In 1989, Kirsten Dunst made her acting debut in the anthology film "New York Stories".
1989: Release of New York Stories
In 1989, Woody Allen's short film Oedipus Wrecks, in which Kirsten Dunst had a minor role, was released as part of the anthology film "New York Stories".
1990: Performance in The Bonfire of the Vanities
In 1990, Dunst performed in the comedy-drama The Bonfire of the Vanities, playing the daughter of Tom Hanks' character.
1993: Guest Appearance in Star Trek: The Next Generation
In 1993, Dunst made a guest appearance in an episode of the science fiction drama "Star Trek: The Next Generation".
1993: Move to Los Angeles
In 1993, Kirsten Dunst moved to Los Angeles with her mother and brother after her parents separated.
1994: Co-starring role in Little Women
In 1994, Dunst co-starred in the drama film "Little Women" alongside Winona Ryder and Claire Danes, receiving critical acclaim.
1994: Breakthrough Role in Interview with the Vampire and Little Women
In 1994, Kirsten Dunst gained recognition for her role as Claudia in "Interview with the Vampire", earning her a Golden Globe nomination. She also appeared in "Little Women" in 1994.
1994: Breakthrough Role in Interview with the Vampire
In 1994, Kirsten Dunst had her breakthrough role in the horror drama "Interview with the Vampire" opposite Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt. She played Claudia, earning critical acclaim and awards.
1994: Golden Globe Nomination for "Interview with the Vampire"
In 1994, Kirsten Dunst was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "Interview with the Vampire".
1994: Release of "Little Women"
In 1994, the film "Little Women", featuring Kirsten Dunst, was released and became one of her most acclaimed works.
1995: Role in Jumanji
In 1995, Dunst starred in "Jumanji", a fantasy adventure film.
1996: Recurring Role in ER
From 1996, Dunst had a recurring role in the NBC medical drama ER.
1997: Voice Role in Anastasia and Appearance in Wag the Dog
In 1997, Dunst voiced Young Anastasia in the animated musical film Anastasia and appeared in the black comedy film Wag the Dog.
1998: Roles in Small Soldiers, Kiki's Delivery Service, and All I Wanna Do
In 1998, Dunst starred in Small Soldiers, voiced the title character in Kiki's Delivery Service, and appeared in All I Wanna Do.
1999: Roles in Drop Dead Gorgeous, Dick, The Virgin Suicides, and Savage Garden's Music Video
In 1999, Dunst starred in Drop Dead Gorgeous, Dick, and The Virgin Suicides. She also appeared in Savage Garden's music video "I Knew I Loved You".
1999: Leading Roles in Teen Films
In 1999, Dunst transitioned to leading roles in teen films such as "Dick", "Drop Dead Gorgeous", and "The Virgin Suicides".
2000: Leading Role in Bring It On
In 2000, Dunst gained wider attention for her leading role in the cheerleading film "Bring It On".
2000: Screening of The Virgin Suicides at the San Francisco International Film Festival
In 2000, The Virgin Suicides, starring Kirsten Dunst, was screened as a special presentation at the 43rd San Francisco International Film Festival.
2001: Roles in Get Over It, Crazy/Beautiful, and The Cat's Meow
In 2001, Dunst starred in "Get Over It", "Crazy/Beautiful", and "The Cat's Meow", showcasing her singing and acting abilities.
2001: Singing Debut in Get Over It
In 2001, Kirsten Dunst made her singing debut in the comedy film Get Over It, performing two songs written by Marc Shaiman.
2001: Self-Description as Aryan
In a 2001 interview, Dunst described herself as "Aryan. Like a Swedish milkmaid."
2002: Role as Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man
In 2002, Kirsten Dunst gained wider recognition for her role as Mary Jane Watson in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man.
2002: Starring Role in Spider-Man
In 2002, Kirsten Dunst starred as Mary Jane Watson in the superhero film "Spider-Man", which became the most financially successful film of her career at that point.
2002: Release of "Spider-Man"
In 2002, Kirsten Dunst starred in "Spider-Man", which became one of her most acclaimed films.
2002: Named One of People Magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People
In 2002, Kirsten Dunst was named one of People magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People, a recognition she also received in 1995.
2002: Best Actress Award at Mar del Plata International Film Festival
In 2002, Kirsten Dunst won the Best Actress Silver Ombú award at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival for her performance in "The Cat's Meow".
2003: Roles in Levity and Mona Lisa Smile
In 2003, Kirsten Dunst co-starred in the drama Levity and Mona Lisa Smile, expanding her range of roles.
2004: Supporting Role in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
In 2004, Dunst had a supporting role in "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind".
2004: Endorses John Kerry in Presidential Election
In 2004, Kirsten Dunst endorsed John Kerry in the presidential election.
2004: Spider-Man 2 and Wimbledon Release
In 2004, Kirsten Dunst reprised her role as Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man 2, which was a critical and commercial success. Also in 2004, Dunst co-starred in the romantic comedy Wimbledon, portraying a rising tennis player.
2004: Release of "Spider-Man 2" and "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind"
In 2004, Kirsten Dunst starred in both "Spider-Man 2" and "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind", both of which were highly acclaimed.
2004: End of Relationship with Jake Gyllenhaal
Kirsten Dunst's relationship with Jake Gyllenhaal ended in 2004.
2005: Elizabethtown Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival
In 2005, Kirsten Dunst co-starred with Orlando Bloom in Cameron Crowe's romantic tragicomedy Elizabethtown, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film received mixed reviews and was a box office disappointment.
2005: Lead Role in Elizabethtown
In 2005, Kirsten Dunst played the lead role in Cameron Crowe's tragicomedy "Elizabethtown".
2006: Role as Marie Antoinette
In 2006, Dunst starred as Marie Antoinette in Sofia Coppola's film "Marie Antoinette".
2006: Marie Antoinette Release and Cannes Film Festival Screening
In 2006, Kirsten Dunst starred as Marie Antoinette in Sofia Coppola's historical drama Marie Antoinette, based on Antonia Fraser's book Marie Antoinette: The Journey. The film was screened at the Cannes Film Festival and grossed $60 million at the box office.
2007: Continued Role as Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man Trilogy
In 2007, Kirsten Dunst continued her role as Mary Jane Watson in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy.
2007: Spider-Man 3 Release
In 2007, Kirsten Dunst reprised her role as Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man 3. The film received mixed reviews but was commercially successful.
2007: Dunst releases "Nighttiming" album
In 2007, Kirsten Dunst sang two tracks, "This Old Machine" and "Summer Day", on Jason Schwartzman's solo album Nighttiming.
March 2008: Leaves Treatment Center, Films "All Good Things"
In March 2008, Kirsten Dunst left the Cirque Lodge treatment center in Utah, where she was being treated for depression, and began filming "All Good Things".
September 2008: Participates in Stand Up to Cancer Telethon
In September 2008, Kirsten Dunst participated in the Stand Up to Cancer telethon to raise funds for cancer research.
2008: Future Spider-Man films
At the end of 2008, Spider-Man 3 was Kirsten Dunst's highest grossing film.
2008: Supports Barack Obama
During the 2008 presidential election, Kirsten Dunst supported Barack Obama and directed a documentary about voter turnout.
2008: How to Lose Friends & Alienate People Release
In 2008, Kirsten Dunst co-starred in the comedy How to Lose Friends & Alienate People, which received mostly negative reviews.
October 1, 2009: Akihabara Majokko Princess Shown at Tate Modern
On October 1, 2009, the Takashi Murakami-and-McG-directed short Akihabara Majokko Princess, starring Kirsten Dunst, was shown at the "Pop Life" exhibition in London's Tate Modern gallery.
December 5, 2009: Participation in Teletón in Mexico
On December 5, 2009, Kirsten Dunst participated in the Teletón in Mexico to raise awareness for cancer treatment and children's rehabilitation.
January 2010: Cancellation of Spider-Man 4
In January 2010, the fourth Spider-Man film, which would have included Kirsten Dunst, was canceled, and the film series was restarted with a new cast.
January 17, 2010: Akihabara Majokko Princess shown at Tate Modern
The Takashi Murakami-and-McG-directed short Akihabara Majokko Princess, starring Kirsten Dunst, was shown at the "Pop Life" exhibition in London's Tate Modern gallery until January 17, 2010.
2010: Directorial Debut and All Good Things Release
In 2010, Kirsten Dunst made her screenwriting and directorial debut with the short film Bastard, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was featured at the Cannes Film Festival. Also in 2010, she co-starred in the mystery drama All Good Things, which received fair reviews but was a commercial failure.
2011: Starring Role in Melancholia
In 2011, Dunst starred in Lars von Trier's drama "Melancholia", earning the Cannes Film Festival Award For Best Actress.
2011: Acquires German Citizenship
In 2011, Kirsten Dunst acquired German citizenship, allowing her to film in Europe more easily.
2011: Beastie Boys Music Video
In 2011, Kirsten Dunst made a cameo in Beastie Boys' music video "Fight For Your Right Revisited", which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
2011: Melancholia Premiere and Awards
In 2011, Kirsten Dunst starred in Lars von Trier's drama film Melancholia, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and received positive reviews, particularly for Dunst's performance. She won several awards for her performance, including Best Actress at Cannes and from the U.S. National Society of Film Critics.
2011: Release of "Melancholia"
In 2011, the film "Melancholia", starring Kirsten Dunst, was released and received critical acclaim.
December 21, 2012: On the Road US Release
On December 21, 2012, On the Road, an adaptation of Jack Kerouac's novel of the same name, in which Kirsten Dunst plays Camille Moriarty, was released in the United States. The film gained mixed reviews and under-performed at the box office.
2012: Relationship with Garrett Hedlund Begins
Kirsten Dunst began a relationship with her "On the Road" co-star Garrett Hedlund in 2012.
2014: Release of "The Two Faces of January"
In 2014, Kirsten Dunst starred in "The Two Faces of January", which was one of her most acclaimed films.
2014: The Two Faces of January Release and Other Appearances
In 2014, Kirsten Dunst starred in The Two Faces of January, which garnered mostly favorable reviews. She also voiced a character in an episode of Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey and made a guest appearance in an episode of Portlandia.
2015: Cast in Fargo Season 2
In 2015, Kirsten Dunst focused on television work and was cast as Peggy Blumquist in the second season of the FX crime dark comedy-drama Fargo.
2015: Golden Globe Nomination for Fargo
In 2015, Kirsten Dunst was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Miniseries or Television Film for her role in "Fargo".
2016: Supporting Role in Hidden Figures
In 2016, Dunst had a supporting role in the film "Hidden Figures".
2016: Midnight Special, Hidden Figures and Cannes Film Festival Jury
In 2016, Kirsten Dunst co-starred in Midnight Special and had a supporting role in Hidden Figures. She also served as a member of the main competition jury of the Cannes Film Festival.
2016: Relationship with Jesse Plemons Begins
In 2016, Kirsten Dunst started a relationship with her "Fargo" co-star Jesse Plemons.
2017: Leading Role in The Beguiled
In 2017, Dunst played a leading role in Coppola's "The Beguiled".
2017: Engagement to Jesse Plemons
In 2017, Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons became engaged.
2017: Release of "Hidden Figures"
In 2017, Kirsten Dunst appeared in "Hidden Figures", a film recognized as one of her most acclaimed.
2017: The Beguiled Release
In 2017, Kirsten Dunst starred in The Beguiled, a remake of the 1971 film of the same name, marking her third collaboration with Sofia Coppola.
May 2018: Birth of First Son
In May 2018, Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons welcomed their first son.
August 2019: Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
In August 2019, Kirsten Dunst received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
September 2019: On Becoming a God in Central Florida Renewed
In September 2019, Showtime renewed Kirsten Dunst's series On Becoming a God in Central Florida for a second season, which was later canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2019: Leading Role in On Becoming a God in Central Florida
In 2019, Dunst starred in the dark comedy series "On Becoming a God in Central Florida", receiving a third Golden Globe nomination.
2020: Endorses Bernie Sanders
In 2020, Kirsten Dunst endorsed Bernie Sanders in the presidential election.
May 2021: Birth of Second Son
In May 2021, Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons welcomed their second son.
November 17, 2021: The Power of the Dog Theatrical Release
On November 17, 2021, The Power of the Dog, in which Kirsten Dunst co-starred with Jesse Plemons, was given a limited theatrical release in the USA. She received multiple award nominations for her role.
2021: Nomination for The Power of the Dog
In 2021, Dunst earned her fourth nomination for a Golden Globe and first nomination for an Academy Award for her performance in the psychological drama "The Power of the Dog".
2021: Release of "The Power of the Dog"
In 2021, Kirsten Dunst starred in "The Power of the Dog", which was one of her most critically acclaimed performances.
July 2022: Marriage to Jesse Plemons
In July 2022, Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons were married at a resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
2022: Academy Award Nomination for "The Power of the Dog"
In 2022, Kirsten Dunst was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "The Power of the Dog".
2024: Civil War Release
In 2024, Kirsten Dunst starred in the dystopian thriller film Civil War, directed by Alex Garland. Her performance was particularly picked up for praise by critics.
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