Megan Fox is an American actress who began her career with roles in films like *Holiday in the Sun* and *Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen*, and the sitcom *Hope & Faith*. She achieved mainstream recognition for her role as Mikaela Banes in the *Transformers* film franchise (2007 and 2009). This role served as her breakout, establishing her as a prominent figure in Hollywood.
May 16, 1986: Megan Fox Born
On May 16, 1986, Megan Denise Fox was born. She is an American actress.
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1999: American Modeling and Talent Convention
In 1999, at age 13, Megan Fox began modeling after winning several awards at the American Modeling and Talent Convention in Hilton Head, South Carolina.
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November 20, 2001: Holiday in the Sun Release
On November 20, 2001, Megan Fox made her acting debut in the romantic comedy Holiday in the Sun, which was released direct-to-DVD.
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2001: Acting Debut
In 2001, Megan Fox made her acting debut in the family film Holiday in the Sun.
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2003: Uncredited Extra in Bad Boys II
In 2003, Megan Fox appeared as an uncredited extra in the action film Bad Boys II.
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2004: Supporting Roles
In 2004, Megan Fox had supporting roles in film and television, including Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen.
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2004: Feature Film Debut and ABC Sitcom Role
In 2004, Megan Fox made her feature film debut in Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen and was cast in a regular role on the ABC sitcom Hope & Faith.
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2004: Meeting Brian Austin Green
In 2004, Megan Fox, then 18, met Brian Austin Green, 30, on the set of Hope & Faith and began dating. Green was initially hesitant due to their age difference.
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May 2006: Hope & Faith Canceled
In May 2006, the ABC sitcom Hope & Faith, in which Megan Fox portrayed Sydney Shanowski, was cancelled.
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November 2006: Engagement to Brian Austin Green
In November 2006, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green became engaged.
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2006: Starring Role
In 2004-2006, Megan Fox had a starring role in the ABC sitcom Hope & Faith.
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2007: Breakthrough Role in Transformers
In 2007, Megan Fox had her breakout role as Mikaela Banes in the blockbuster action film Transformers.
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2007: Lead Role in Transformers
In 2007, Megan Fox won the lead female role of Mikaela Banes in the live-action film Transformers.
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2008: FHM's Sexiest Woman in the World
In 2008, FHM readers voted Megan Fox the "Sexiest Woman in the World".
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February 2009: Ended engagement
In February 2009, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green ended their engagement.
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April 2009: Filming Jonah Hex
In April 2009, Megan Fox began filming the western superhero film Jonah Hex.
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June 2009: Controversy Surrounding Transformers: Dark of the Moon
In June 2009, controversy arose when Megan Fox was not included in Transformers: Dark of the Moon due to her statements comparing working under director Michael Bay to working for Hitler. Bay stated Fox was fired on orders of executive producer Steven Spielberg, a claim Spielberg denied.
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June 24, 2009: Release of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
On June 24, 2009, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, in which Megan Fox reprised her role as Mikaela Banes, was released worldwide.
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August 4, 2009: Boycott by Men's Websites
On August 4, 2009, several men's websites boycotted Megan Fox due to her overexposure in the media.
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2009: Jennifer's Body
In 2009, Fox starred as the titular character in the horror comedy Jennifer's Body.
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2009: Lead Role in Jennifer's Body
In 2009, Megan Fox had her first lead role since the Transformers series in Jennifer's Body.
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2009: Transformers Sequel
In 2009, Megan Fox reprised her role in the Transformers sequel, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.
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2009: Views on Bisexuality
In 2009, Megan Fox stated, "I have no question in my mind about being bisexual."
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2009: Targeted by the Bling Ring
In 2009, Megan Fox was targeted by a group of fashion-motivated criminals known as the "Bling Ring."
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2009: Public Image Scrutiny
In 2009, Megan Fox's public image came under scrutiny following an unsigned letter from Transformers crew members defending director Michael Bay.
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June 1, 2010: Re-engagement to Brian Austin Green
On June 1, 2010, it was reported that Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green became re-engaged.
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June 18, 2010: Release of Jonah Hex
On June 18, 2010, the film Jonah Hex, in which Megan Fox portrayed Tallulah Black / Leila, was released.
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June 24, 2010: Marriage to Brian Austin Green
On June 24, 2010, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green married in a private ceremony in Hawaii.
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2010: Less Prominent in Media
By 2010, Megan Fox became much less prominent in the media after starring in the less commercially successful films Jonah Hex and Passion Play.
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September 9, 2012: Robot Chicken DC Comics Special
On September 9, 2012, Megan Fox voiced the role of Lois Lane in the animated comedy film Robot Chicken DC Comics Special.
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2012: Birth of First Son
In 2012, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green had their first son.
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2012: People's Most Beautiful at Every Age
In 2012, People named Megan Fox one of the Most Beautiful at Every Age.
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January 2013: Brahma Beer Commercial
In January 2013, Megan Fox was featured in a Brazilian television commercial for Brahma beer.
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February 2013: Reconciliation with Michael Bay
In February 2013, Megan Fox set aside her differences with Michael Bay and worked again with him on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
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2013: Importance of Christian Faith
In 2013, Megan Fox said that her Christian faith is still very important to her.
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2014: Birth of Second Son
In 2014, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green had their second son.
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2014: Filming of Zeroville
In 2014, Megan Fox appeared in Zeroville directed by James Franco, which had been shot in 2014.
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2014: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
In 2014, Megan Fox starred as April O'Neil in the superhero action film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
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2014: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
In 2014, Megan Fox starred as the lead human character of April O'Neil in the reboot of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
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August 21, 2015: Filing for Divorce
On August 21, 2015, Megan Fox filed for divorce from Brian Austin Green, shortly after announcing their separation.
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October 2015: Replacing Zooey Deschanel in New Girl
In October 2015, Megan Fox was confirmed to be temporarily replacing Zooey Deschanel in the television sitcom New Girl.
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2016: Birth of Third Son
In 2016, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green had their third son.
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2016: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows
In 2016, Megan Fox reprised her role as April O'Neil in the sequel Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows.
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2016: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows & New Girl
In 2016, Megan Fox starred in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows and appeared in the fifth and sixth seasons of the Fox sitcom New Girl.
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2017: New Girl
In 2017, Megan Fox appeared in the sixth seasons of the Fox sitcom New Girl.
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2017: People's Most Beautiful at Every Age
In 2017, People named Megan Fox one of the Most Beautiful at Every Age.
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September 12, 2018: Starring in The Battle of Jangsari
On September 12, 2018, it was confirmed that Megan Fox would star in the Korean War film The Battle of Jangsari.
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April 25, 2019: Dismissal of Divorce Filing
On April 25, 2019, Megan Fox filed to dismiss the divorce proceedings in Los Angeles, California.
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July 19, 2019: Release of Above the Shadows
On July 19, 2019, Above the Shadows, starring Megan Fox, was released by Gravitas Ventures.
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May 2020: Separation from Brian Austin Green
In May 2020, Brian Austin Green announced that he and Megan Fox had separated after nearly 10 years of marriage.
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June 9, 2020: Think Like a Dog Release
On June 9, 2020, the family comedy film Think Like a Dog, starring Megan Fox, was released on video on demand.
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June 2020: Public Relationship with Machine Gun Kelly
In June 2020, Megan Fox and singer Machine Gun Kelly went public with their relationship.
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August 28, 2020: Rogue Release
On August 28, 2020, the action film Rogue, starring Megan Fox in the lead role, was released.
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November 2020: Second Divorce Filing
In November 2020, Megan Fox filed for divorce from Brian Austin Green for a second time.
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July 2021: Megan Fox discusses her impact as a bi icon
In July 2021, Megan Fox shared with InStyle that she is proud to be considered a "bi icon" and discussed the positive impact she has had on individuals understanding their own sexual identity.
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October 15, 2021: Divorce Finalized
On October 15, 2021, Megan Fox's divorce from Brian Austin Green was finalized.
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2021: Starred in Two Thrillers
In 2021, Megan Fox starred in two thrillers: Midnight in the Switchgrass and Till Death.
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January 12, 2022: Engagement to Machine Gun Kelly
On January 12, 2022, Megan Fox announced her engagement to Machine Gun Kelly.
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2022: Big Gold Brick and Taurus
In 2022, Megan Fox starred in the drama comedy Big Gold Brick, and played a role in the film Taurus.
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November 2023: Release of Pretty Boys Are Poisonous
In November 2023, Megan Fox released her first book, Pretty Boys Are Poisonous, a collection of her own poetry.
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2023: Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Cover
In 2023, Megan Fox was featured on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
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March 21, 2024: Called off engagement to Machine Gun Kelly
On March 21, 2024, Megan Fox announced that her engagement to Machine Gun Kelly had been called off.
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November 2024: Pregnancy Announcement
In November 2024, Megan Fox announced on Instagram that she was expecting a child with Machine Gun Kelly.
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