Mark Ruffalo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Mark Ruffalo. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Mark Ruffalo is an American actor who started his career in the late 1980s. He initially gained recognition for his performances in "This Is Our Youth" and "You Can Count on Me." He then starred in popular romantic comedies like "13 Going on 30" and "Just Like Heaven," as well as thrillers such as "Zodiac" and "Shutter Island." He received a Tony Award nomination for his role in "Awake and Sing!" However, Ruffalo achieved global fame for his portrayal of Bruce Banner/The Hulk in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, beginning in 2012.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals

2006: Tony Award Nomination

In 2006, Mark Ruffalo received a Tony Award nomination for his supporting role in the Broadway revival of 'Awake and Sing!'.

2006: Starring in 'All the King's Men' and Broadway Debut

In 2006, Mark Ruffalo starred in 'All the King's Men' and made his Broadway debut in 'Awake and Sing!', earning a Tony Award nomination.

2010: Academy Award Nomination for 'The Kids Are All Right'

In 2010, Mark Ruffalo earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the comedy-drama 'The Kids Are All Right'.

2010: Starring in 'Shutter Island' and 'The Kids Are All Right'

In 2010, Mark Ruffalo starred in 'Shutter Island' and 'The Kids Are All Right', earning an Academy Award nomination for the latter.

2014: Academy Award Nomination for 'Foxcatcher'

In 2014, Mark Ruffalo received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Dave Schultz in the biopic 'Foxcatcher'.

2014: Starring in 'The Normal Heart'

In 2014, Mark Ruffalo starred as Ned Weeks in the HBO television adaptation of 'The Normal Heart', earning an Emmy nomination.

2015: Role in 'Spotlight'

In 2015, Mark Ruffalo portrayed journalist Michael Rezendes in the drama film 'Spotlight', earning his third Academy Award nomination and a BAFTA Award nomination.

2015: Starring in 'Infinitely Polar Bear'

In 2015, Mark Ruffalo starred in 'Infinitely Polar Bear', earning a Golden Globe nomination.

2015: Screen Actors Guild Award and Academy Award Nomination

In 2015, Mark Ruffalo won a Screen Actors Guild Award for 'The Normal Heart' and earned an Academy Award nomination for 'Spotlight'.

2020: Starred in "I Know This Much Is True"

In 2020, Mark Ruffalo played dual roles in the HBO limited series "I Know This Much Is True," also serving as an executive producer, earning critical acclaim and the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor.