History of Mila Kunis in Timeline
Mila Kunis, born in Chernivtsi, Ukraine, is an American actress known for her roles as Jackie Burkhart in That '70s Show and the voice of Meg Griffin in Family Guy. She began her acting career at 15, starring in That '70s Show from 1998 to 2006. Concurrently, she voiced Meg Griffin in the animated series Family Guy starting in 1999.
1939: The Wizard of Oz
The original Wizard of Oz movie, starring Margaret Hamilton as The Wicked Witch of the West, was released in 1939.
August 14, 1983: Birth of Mila Kunis
Mila Kunis was born on August 14, 1983, in Chernivtsi, Ukraine.
1991: Family Moves to Los Angeles
Mila Kunis and her family emigrated from the Soviet Union to Los Angeles in 1991.
1994: Early Television Roles
Mila Kunis landed her first television roles, including appearances on Days of Our Lives and Baywatch, in 1994.
1998: Debut on That '70s Show
In 1998, 14-year-old Mila Kunis landed the role of Jackie Burkhart on the Fox sitcom That '70s Show.
1998: Mila Kunis Stars in "Gia" and "That '70s Show"
In 1998, Mila Kunis starred in the film "Gia" and began her role in the TV series "That '70s Show."
1998: Cast as Jackie Burkhart
Mila Kunis was cast as Jackie Burkhart in That '70s Show in 1998.
1999: Mila Kunis Begins Voice Acting in "Family Guy"
Mila Kunis began her voice acting role on "Family Guy" in 1999.
1999: Begins Voicing Meg Griffin
Mila Kunis started voicing Meg Griffin on the animated series Family Guy in 1999.
1999: Replaces Lacey Chabert as Meg Griffin
Mila Kunis took over the role of Meg Griffin on Family Guy from Lacey Chabert in 1999.
1999: Wins Young Star Award
Mila Kunis won her first Young Star Award for Best Young Actress in a Comedy TV Series in 1999.
2000: Wins Second Young Star Award
Mila Kunis won her second consecutive Young Star Award in 2000.
2000: American Psycho Release
The original American Psycho film was released in 2000.
2001: Get Over It Release
Mila Kunis appeared in the film Get Over It, released in 2001.
2001: Graduates High School
Mila Kunis graduated from Fairfax High School in 2001.
2002: Relationship with Macaulay Culkin Begins
Mila Kunis and Macaulay Culkin began dating in 2002. Though marriage rumors circulated during their relationship, they were denied by Kunis.
2002: American Psycho 2 Release
Mila Kunis starred in American Psycho 2, released directly to DVD in 2002.
2004: Tony n' Tina's Wedding Filming
Mila Kunis filmed Tony n' Tina's Wedding in 2004.
2005: Moving McAllister Filming
Mila Kunis co-starred in Moving McAllister, which was filmed in 2005.
October 2006: Boot Camp Filming Begins
Filming for Boot Camp (later released as Straight Edge) began in October 2006.
2006: "That '70s Show" Ends
Mila Kunis's run on "That '70s Show" concluded in 2006.
2006: End of That '70s Show
That '70s Show concluded its run in 2006 after eight seasons.
2006: Family Guy Video Game Release
The Family Guy Video Game!, featuring Mila Kunis as Meg, was released in 2006.
2007: Moving McAllister and After Sex Release
Both Moving McAllister and After Sex, featuring Mila Kunis, were released in 2007.
2007: Funny or Die Video
In 2007, Kunis appeared in a popular Funny or Die video parodying "The Hills" with James Franco. The video's success influenced Shawn Levy's decision to cast Kunis alongside Franco in "Date Night."
2007: Annie Award Nomination
Mila Kunis was nominated for an Annie Award for her voice acting as Meg Griffin in 2007.
2007: Tony n' Tina's Wedding Release
Tony n' Tina's Wedding, starring Mila Kunis, had its theatrical release in 2007.
2008: Kunis Expresses Views on FHM Ranking
In 2008, Mila Kunis expressed skepticism about the longevity of careers based solely on physical appearance, referencing FHM's ranking.
2008: Max Payne Film Release
In 2008, Mila Kunis starred as assassin Mona Sax in the action film Max Payne, alongside Mark Wahlberg. Though the film achieved relative box office success, it was poorly received by critics, some of whom questioned Kunis's casting. Despite this, director John Moore defended his choice, highlighting her convincing portrayal of the character.
2008: Mila Kunis Stars in "Forgetting Sarah Marshall"
Mila Kunis appeared in the film "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" in 2008.
2008: Breakthrough with Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Mila Kunis had her breakout film role in the romantic comedy Forgetting Sarah Marshall in 2008.
2008: Forgetting Sarah Marshall Success
Mila Kunis's performance in the successful comedy Forgetting Sarah Marshall, released in 2008, was praised by critics.
August 25, 2009: Boot Camp DVD Release
Boot Camp was released on DVD on August 25, 2009.
2009: Extract Film Release
Mila Kunis appeared in the comedy film Extract in 2009, alongside Ben Affleck and Jason Bateman. The film received generally positive reviews and performed moderately well at the box office. Director Mike Judge praised Kunis's performance and noted her unexpected familiarity with the cult animation film Rejected.
2009: Mila Kunis Stars in "Extract"
Mila Kunis was in the film "Extract" in 2009.
2009: Ranked on Maxim's Hot 100 List
Mila Kunis was ranked number 5 on Maxim's Hot 100 list in 2009.
2010: The Book of Eli and Date Night
In 2010, Kunis co-starred with Denzel Washington in the action film The Book of Eli, which achieved box office success despite mixed reviews. Her performance was praised by several critics. The same year, she also had a minor role in the comedy Date Night, starring Tina Fey and Steve Carell, which also garnered positive reviews.
2010: Various Appearances and Charity Work
In 2010, Kunis was featured in Esquire's "Women We Love" segment and photographed by Bryan Adams for Calvin Klein Collections. She also co-hosted the 9th Annual Chrysalis Foundation Benefit with Randy Jackson.
2010: Black Swan
In 2010, Mila Kunis appeared in the film Black Swan, playing a rival ballerina to Natalie Portman's character. For this role, she underwent intense physical training, including ballet classes, cardiovascular exercise, and a strict diet. The demanding regimen led to some injuries, including a torn ligament and a dislocated shoulder.
2010: Mila Kunis Stars in "Date Night" and "Black Swan"
In 2010, Mila Kunis starred in two films: "Date Night" and "Black Swan."
2010: Mila Kunis Receives Awards Nominations for "Black Swan"
Mila Kunis received a Golden Globe nomination, two Screen Actors Guild Award nominations, and two Critics' Choice Award nominations for her role in the 2010 film "Black Swan."
2010: Critical Acclaim for Black Swan
Mila Kunis received critical acclaim and award nominations for her performance in the psychological thriller Black Swan in 2010.
January 3, 2011: Kunis and Culkin Announce Amicable Split
Mila Kunis and Macaulay Culkin publicly confirmed their amicable split on January 3, 2011, stating they would remain close friends.
January 2011: Kunis Reveals Health Challenges
In January 2011, Mila Kunis revealed her struggles with chronic iritis, which had caused temporary blindness in one eye and required surgery. She also shared that she has heterochromia iridum.
September 14, 2011: FBI Investigates Celebrity Phone Hacking
On September 14, 2011, the FBI announced an investigation into the alleged hacking of Mila Kunis's phone and email accounts, along with those of other celebrities. Christopher Chaney later pleaded guilty to the hacking.
November 2011: Mila Kunis Attends Marine Corps Ball
In November 2011, Mila Kunis accepted a YouTube invitation from Sgt. Scott Moore and escorted him to the U.S. Marine Corps Ball in Greenville, North Carolina, in honor of the Marine Corps' 236th anniversary.
2011: Discusses Family Background
In 2011, Mila Kunis spoke about her family's background and their reasons for leaving the Soviet Union.
2011: Friends with Benefits
Mila Kunis starred alongside Justin Timberlake in the romantic comedy Friends with Benefits in 2011. The film, written with Kunis and Timberlake in mind, was a commercial and critical success, with many reviewers praising the on-screen chemistry between the two leads.
2011: Mila Kunis Stars in "Friends with Benefits"
Mila Kunis starred in the film "Friends with Benefits" in 2011.
2011: Named Knockout of the Year by GQ
Mila Kunis was named GQ's Knockout of the Year in 2011 and was included in Men's Health's "100 Hottest Women of All-Time." She was also ranked number 5 on Maxim's Hot 100 list.
2012: Ted
In 2012, Kunis co-starred with Mark Wahlberg in the comedy Ted, directed by Seth MacFarlane. Although initially considered too young for the role, Kunis eventually landed the part after the film's development was extended. Ted became her most commercially successful film to date, earning positive critical reviews.
2012: Ranked Highly on Various Lists
In 2012, Mila Kunis was ranked number 9 on FHM's Hot 100 list, number 3 on Maxim's Hot 100 list, and named Esquire's Sexiest Woman Alive.
2012: Mila Kunis Criticizes Republican Party
In a 2012 interview, Mila Kunis criticized the Republican Party for their views on women and religion.
2012: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Begin Dating
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, former co-stars from "That '70s Show," began dating in 2012.
2012: Mila Kunis Stars in "Ted"
Mila Kunis was in the movie "Ted" in 2012.
2012: Mila Kunis Receives Critics' Choice Award Nomination for "Ted"
Mila Kunis was nominated for a Critics' Choice Award for her performance in "Ted" in 2012.
2012: Becomes Face of Christian Dior's Spring Campaign
Mila Kunis was signed by Christian Dior as the face of its Spring fashion campaign in 2012.
February 2013: Named Gemfields Global Brand Ambassador
In February 2013, Mila Kunis became Gemfields' global brand ambassador and the face of their advertising campaign.
June 2013: Featured on Forbes' 100 Powerful Celebrities List
Mila Kunis was ranked number 89 on Forbes' list of 100 powerful celebrities for the year ending in June 2013.
2013: Blood Ties, The Angriest Man in Brooklyn, and Third Person
In 2013, Kunis appeared in the crime thriller Blood Ties, and the comedies The Angriest Man in Brooklyn, and Third Person. While Blood Ties premiered at Cannes and had a limited release, the latter two films also received poor reviews. Critics praised her performance in Third Person despite negative reviews for the film.
2013: Oz the Great and Powerful
In 2013, Mila Kunis played Theodora, the youngest of three witches, in Oz the Great and Powerful, a prequel to the classic film. Kunis dedicated her performance to Margaret Hamilton, the original Wicked Witch of the West. The film received mixed reviews but was commercially successful.
2013: Mila Kunis Stars in "Oz the Great and Powerful"
In 2013, Mila Kunis starred in "Oz the Great and Powerful."
2013: Tops FHM's List and Responds to Rankings
In 2013, Mila Kunis topped FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World" list, ending a four-year streak of British women holding the top spot. She was also ranked number 2 on AskMen's Top 99 Women list and acknowledged feeling honored by such rankings.
February 2014: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Get Engaged
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher got engaged in February 2014.
October 2014: Orchard Farm Productions Launched
In October 2014, Mila Kunis and her partners launched Orchard Farm Productions, a production company with a first-look deal with ABC Studios, focused on developing and producing television projects.
October 2014: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher's Daughter is Born
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher welcomed their daughter in October 2014.
2014: Appears in Global Advertising for Beam, Inc.
In 2014, Mila Kunis appeared in global advertising for Beam, Inc. and sparked controversy with her Planned Parenthood donation announcement.
July 2015: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Get Married
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher married in July 2015 in Oak Glen, California.
2015: Jupiter Ascending
In 2015, Kunis co-starred with Channing Tatum in the science fiction film Jupiter Ascending, directed by the Wachowskis. Although a visual spectacle, the film received mostly negative reviews for its narrative and was considered a commercial disappointment given its high production budget.
July 29, 2016: "Bad Moms" Released
On July 29, 2016, the comedy "Bad Moms," starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Christina Applegate, was released. The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising the cast and humor but noting that it didn't fully capitalize on its potential. Despite the mixed reviews, "Bad Moms" became a financial success, earning over $183.9 million on a $20 million budget.
November 2016: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher's Son is Born
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher welcomed their son in November 2016.
2016: Mila Kunis Renovates Parents' Condo
In 2016, while pregnant with her second child, Mila Kunis surprised her parents with a six-week renovation of their condominium, which was featured on My HouzzTV. This was the condo Kunis had lived in since she was nine.
2016: Mila Kunis Stars in "Bad Moms"
Mila Kunis appeared in "Bad Moms" in 2016.
2016: Bad Moms Release
The comedy Bad Moms, starring Mila Kunis, was released in 2016.
November 1, 2017: "A Bad Moms Christmas" Released
The sequel, "A Bad Moms Christmas," was released on November 1, 2017, reuniting Kunis with her co-stars Kristen Bell and Kathryn Hahn. This film also garnered mixed reviews but achieved commercial success, grossing over $130 million globally on a $28 million budget.
2017: Mila Kunis Donates to Planned Parenthood in Mike Pence's Name
Mila Kunis revealed in 2017 that she makes monthly donations to Planned Parenthood in Mike Pence's name.
2017: A Bad Moms Christmas Release
The sequel to Bad Moms, A Bad Moms Christmas, was released in 2017.
2018: "The Spy Who Dumped Me" Released
In 2018, Mila Kunis co-starred with Kate McKinnon in the comedy "The Spy Who Dumped Me." The film opened to mixed reviews and grossed over $75 million worldwide against a $40 million budget.
September 2019: Filming Begins for "Four Good Days"
Principal photography for "Four Good Days," starring Kunis and Glenn Close, commenced in Los Angeles in September 2019.
January 25, 2020: "Four Good Days" Premieres at Sundance
"Four Good Days" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 25, 2020. The film received mixed reviews overall, but Kunis's performance was singled out for praise, with some critics considering it her best work to date.
April 2020: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Launch Quarantine Wine
In April 2020, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher created "Quarantine Wine," donating all proceeds to COVID-19 relief efforts.
February 12, 2021: "Breaking News in Yuba County" Released
The film "Breaking News in Yuba County," co-starring Kunis, Allison Janney, and Regina Hall, was released on February 12, 2021. It was filmed in Mississippi and received negative reviews from critics.
2021: Mila Kunis Signs Letters Against BDS and Anti-Semitic Content
In 2021, Mila Kunis signed a letter with the Creative Community for Peace denouncing the BDS movement's boycott of a Tel Aviv LGBTQ+ film festival. She also signed a petition urging Amazon to remove the anti-Semitic film and book "Hebrews to Negroes: Wake Up Black America."
March 18, 2022: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Launch GoFundMe for Ukrainian Refugees
On March 18, 2022, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher surpassed their $30 million GoFundMe goal to support Ukrainian refugees through Airbnb and Flexport, contributing $3 million of their own money.
April 30, 2022: Guest Appearance in "That '90s Show" Announced
On April 30, 2022, it was announced that Mila Kunis would make a guest appearance in "That '90s Show."
September 30, 2022: "Luckiest Girl Alive" Limited Release in Cinemas
"Luckiest Girl Alive," a Netflix film adaptation of the Jessica Knoll novel, produced by and starring Mila Kunis, had a limited theatrical release on September 30, 2022.
October 7, 2022: "Luckiest Girl Alive" Streaming Release on Netflix
On October 7, 2022, "Luckiest Girl Alive" was released for streaming on Netflix. The film received mixed reviews, but Kunis's performance was widely acclaimed.
2022: Recognized for Influence and Impact
In 2022, Mila Kunis was recognized for her influence and impact, being included in Time magazine's 100 most influential people and People magazine's People of the Year.
2023: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Face Backlash for Supporting Danny Masterson
In 2023, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher received backlash for writing letters supporting Danny Masterson, their former "That '70s Show" castmate, during his rape trial. They later apologized, stating the letters were meant for the judge's eyes only.
2023: Upcoming Projects Announced
In 2023, Mila Kunis's involvement in several projects was announced, including a comedy film with Michael Keaton titled "Goodrich" and a role in the latest installment of the "Knives Out" franchise, "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery." She is set to produce and star in "The 47 Night Stand," slated for 2024.
2024: Deal for "The 47 Night Stand" Closed
Mila Kunis secured a deal with Skydance to produce and star in "The 47 Night Stand" in 2024.
