History of Mila Kunis in Timeline
Mila Kunis is an American actress born in Ukraine. She is best known for her role as Jackie Burkhart on That '70s Show (1998–2006) and for voicing Meg Griffin on the animated sitcom Family Guy since 1999. Kunis has established herself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry through her work in both television and film.
1939: Reference to 1939 Film
In 2013, Kunis dedicated her performance in "Oz the Great and Powerful" to Margaret Hamilton, the original Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film.
August 14, 1983: Mila Kunis Born
On August 14, 1983, Milena Markovna "Mila" Kunis was born in Chernivtsi, Ukraine.
1991: Move to Los Angeles
In 1991, at the age of 7, Mila Kunis and her family moved to Los Angeles under a religious-refugee visa with $250.
1994: First Television Roles
In 1994, Mila Kunis had her first television roles, appearing on Days of Our Lives and Baywatch.
1998: Debut in 'Gia' and 'That '70s Show'
In 1998, Mila Kunis appeared in the critically acclaimed film 'Gia' and began her role in the FOX sitcom 'That '70s Show'.
1998: Role in That '70s Show
In 1998, Mila Kunis began her role as Jackie Burkhart on That '70s Show.
1999: Start of Role in 'Family Guy'
In 1999, Mila Kunis began her voice acting role in the animated series 'Family Guy', which continues to the present day.
1999: Replacing Lacey Chabert as Meg Griffin
In 1999, Mila Kunis replaced Lacey Chabert as the voice of Meg Griffin on the animated sitcom Family Guy.
1999: Voice of Meg Griffin on Family Guy
In 1999, Mila Kunis started voicing Meg Griffin on the animated sitcom Family Guy.
1999: Young Star Award
In 1999, Mila Kunis won a Young Star Award as Best Young Actress in a Comedy TV Series for her performance in That '70s Show.
2000: Second Young Star Award
In 2000, Mila Kunis won her second consecutive Young Star Award as Best Young Actress in a Comedy TV Series for her work on That '70s Show.
2001: Appearance in Get Over It
In 2001, Mila Kunis appeared in Get Over It opposite Kirsten Dunst.
2001: Graduation from Fairfax High School
In 2001, Mila Kunis graduated from Fairfax High School. She also briefly attended UCLA and Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles.
2002: Began Dating Macaulay Culkin
In 2002, Mila Kunis began dating actor Macaulay Culkin.
2002: Starring in American Psycho 2
In 2002, Mila Kunis starred in the straight-to-DVD horror film American Psycho 2, a sequel to the 2000 film American Psycho. She later expressed embarrassment over the film.
2004: Starring in Tony n' Tina's Wedding
In 2004, Mila Kunis starred in the film adaptation Tony n' Tina's Wedding, though it wasn't released until 2007.
2005: Co-starring in Moving McAllister
In 2005, Mila Kunis co-starred with Jon Heder in Moving McAllister, which was not released theatrically until 2007.
October 2006: Filming Boot Camp
In October 2006, Mila Kunis began filming Boot Camp (originally titled Straight Edge).
2006: Voice Acting in Family Guy Video Game!
In 2006, Mila Kunis voiced Meg in Family Guy Video Game!.
2006: End of That '70s Show
In 2006, That '70s Show, where Mila Kunis played Jackie Burkhart, ended its run.
2007: Theatrical release of Tony n' Tina's Wedding
Although filmed in 2004, the theatrical release of Tony n' Tina's Wedding, starring Mila Kunis, did not occur until 2007.
2007: Appeared in Funny or Die Video
In 2007, Mila Kunis participated in a Funny or Die video alongside James Franco. The video, a parody of The Hills, became a success with 2.4 million views. This appearance influenced Shawn Levy's decision to cast Kunis and Franco in Date Night.
2007: Annie Award Nomination
In 2007, Mila Kunis was nominated for an Annie Award for Voice Acting in an Animated Television Production for her role in Family Guy.
2007: Theatrical Release of Moving McAllister
In 2007, Moving McAllister starring Mila Kunis was finally released in theaters after being filmed in 2005.
2008: Breakout Film Role in Forgetting Sarah Marshall
In 2008, Mila Kunis had her breakout film role in the romantic comedy Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
2008: Portrayal of Mona Sax in Max Payne
In 2008, Mila Kunis portrayed Mona Sax in the action film Max Payne, based on the video game of the same name. She trained in guns, boxing, and martial arts for the role and was nominated for a Teen Choice Award.
2008: Kunis Stars in Forgetting Sarah Marshall
In 2008, Mila Kunis starred as Rachel Jansen in the comedy film, Forgetting Sarah Marshall. The film was a commercial success, and Kunis received a Teen Choice Award nomination.
2008: Release of 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall'
In 2008, Mila Kunis starred in the critically successful film, 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall'.
2008: Kunis's Views on Looks
In 2008, Mila Kunis stated, "You've got to base your career on something other than being FHM's top 100 number one girl. Your looks are going to die out, and then what's going to be left?"
August 25, 2009: DVD Release of Boot Camp
On August 25, 2009, Boot Camp (originally titled Straight Edge), starring Mila Kunis, was released on DVD.
2009: Ranked on Maxim Lists
In 2009, Maxim ranked Mila Kunis number 5 on its Hot 100 list.
2009: Appearance in Extract
In 2009, Mila Kunis appeared in the comedy film Extract with Ben Affleck and Jason Bateman.
2010: Golden Globe and SAG Award Nominations for 'Black Swan'
In 2010, Mila Kunis received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress and two Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations for her performance in 'Black Swan'.
2010: Critical Acclaim for Black Swan
In 2010, Mila Kunis received critical acclaim for her performance in the psychological thriller Black Swan, earning nominations for the SAG Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress.
2010: Starring in The Book of Eli and Date Night
In 2010, Mila Kunis starred in The Book of Eli alongside Denzel Washington and also had a minor role in Date Night, starring Tina Fey and Steve Carell. She garnered positive reviews for her work in both films.
2010: Release of 'Date Night' and 'Black Swan'
In 2010, Mila Kunis starred in the successful films 'Date Night' and 'Black Swan'.
2010: Featured in Esquire and Calvin Klein Campaigns
In 2010, Mila Kunis was featured in Esquire's "Women We Love" segment and participated in Calvin Klein Collections' "American Women 2010" project, photographed by Bryan Adams, to benefit the NYC AIDS foundation. She also served as Master of Ceremonies for the Chrysalis Foundation Benefit.
2010: Black Swan Role and Training
In 2010, Mila Kunis was nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in the film Black Swan. She underwent a rigorous training regimen for the movie, including cardiovascular exercise, a strict diet, and intense ballet classes, resulting in injuries.
January 3, 2011: Ended Relationship with Macaulay Culkin
On January 3, 2011, it was confirmed that Mila Kunis and Macaulay Culkin had ended their relationship amicably.
January 2011: Revealed Struggle with Iritis
In January 2011, Mila Kunis revealed her struggle with chronic iritis that had caused temporary blindness in one eye. She underwent surgery some months earlier to correct the problem.
September 14, 2011: FBI Investigated Hacking
On September 14, 2011, the FBI announced it was investigating the alleged hacking of Mila Kunis's cellphone and email accounts.
November 2011: Attended Marine Corps Ball
In November 2011, Mila Kunis attended a U.S. Marine Corps Ball in Greenville, North Carolina, escorted by Sgt. Scott Moore, after accepting his invitation posted on YouTube.
2011: Named Knockout of the Year by GQ
In 2011, GQ magazine named Mila Kunis the Knockout of the Year, and Men's Health named her one of the "100 Hottest Women of All-Time".
2011: Starring in Friends with Benefits
In 2011, Mila Kunis starred alongside Justin Timberlake in the romantic comedy Friends with Benefits. The film received positive reviews, and critics praised the chemistry between Kunis and Timberlake.
2011: Kunis discusses family history
In 2011, Mila Kunis stated that her parents had "amazing jobs" in the Soviet Union and decided to leave because they saw "no future" for her and her brother.
2012: Signed with Christian Dior
In 2012, Christian Dior signed Mila Kunis to be the face of its Spring fashion campaign.
2012: Ranked on FHM and Maxim Lists
In 2012, FHM magazine ranked Mila Kunis number 9 on its Hot 100 list, and Maxim ranked her number 3 on its Hot 100 list.
2012: Began Dating Ashton Kutcher
In 2012, Mila Kunis began dating her former That '70s Show co-star Ashton Kutcher.
2012: Co-starred in Ted
In 2012, Mila Kunis co-starred with Mark Wahlberg in "Ted". The film, directed by Seth MacFarlane, became Kunis' most commercially successful film to date, grossing $549 million worldwide. She played the girlfriend of Wahlberg's character and received positive reviews for her performance.
2012: Criticism of the Republican Party
In 2012, Mila Kunis criticized the Republican Party for their stance on women and religion, expressing her discomfort with the focus on Jesus.
2012: Critics' Choice Award Nomination for 'Ted'
In 2012, Mila Kunis was nominated for a Critics' Choice Award for Best Actress in a Comedy for her role in 'Ted'.
February 2013: Named Gemfields Global Brand Ambassador
In February 2013, Mila Kunis was named Gemfields global brand ambassador and the face of their advertising campaign. Gemfields is a luxury company that produces emeralds, rubies, and amethysts.
June 2013: Forbes Ranking
In June 2013, Mila Kunis was ranked #89 on Forbes list of 100 powerful celebrities. She earned $11 million for the year ending in June 2013.
2013: Named Sexiest Woman in the World by FHM
In 2013, FHM magazine ranked Mila Kunis number 1 on its "100 Sexiest Women in the World" list. AskMen also ranked her No. 2 on their list of Top 99 Women.
2013: Starred in Several Films
In 2013, Mila Kunis co-starred in "Blood Ties" with Clive Owen, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. Also in 2013, Kunis starred in "The Angriest Man in Brooklyn" and "Third Person", though both received negative reviews.
2013: Role in Oz the Great and Powerful
In 2013, Mila Kunis played the Wicked Witch of the West in the fantasy film Oz the Great and Powerful.
2013: Played Theodora in Oz the Great and Powerful
In 2013, Mila Kunis portrayed Theodora in "Oz the Great and Powerful". Kunis dedicated her performance in the film to Margaret Hamilton, the original Wicked Witch of the West. The film grossed over $493 million worldwide.
February 2014: Engaged to Ashton Kutcher
In February 2014, Mila Kunis became engaged to Ashton Kutcher.
October 2014: Birth of Daughter
In October 2014, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher welcomed their first child, a daughter.
October 2014: Launched Orchard Farm Productions
In October 2014, Mila Kunis and her partners launched a new production company called Orchard Farm Productions, based at ABC Studios. The company secured a first-look deal to develop and produce TV projects.
2014: Global Advertising for Jim Beam
In 2014, Mila Kunis appeared in a range of global advertising for Beam, Inc. (makers of Jim Beam bourbon).
July 2015: Married Ashton Kutcher
In July 2015, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher were married in Oak Glen, California.
2015: Co-starred in Jupiter Ascending
In 2015, Mila Kunis co-starred with Channing Tatum in the science fiction film "Jupiter Ascending", directed by the Wachowskis. The film grossed over $183.9 million but received mostly negative reviews.
July 29, 2016: Bad Moms Release
On July 29, 2016, "Bad Moms", starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Christina Applegate, was released. The film received mixed reviews but was a financial success, earning over $183.9 million.
November 2016: Birth of Son
In November 2016, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher welcomed their second child, a son.
2016: Starring in Bad Moms
In 2016, Mila Kunis starred in the comedy Bad Moms.
2016: Renovated Parents' Condominium
In 2016, while pregnant, Mila Kunis undertook a surprise renovation of her parents' condominium, which was documented for My HouzzTV.
November 1, 2017: A Bad Moms Christmas Release
On November 1, 2017, "A Bad Moms Christmas", a sequel to "Bad Moms" starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn, was released. The film received mixed reviews and grossed over $130 million worldwide.
2017: Donations to Planned Parenthood in Mike Pence's Name
In 2017, Mila Kunis revealed that she had been making monthly donations to Planned Parenthood in Mike Pence's name.
2017: Starring in A Bad Moms Christmas
In 2017, Mila Kunis starred in the sequel to Bad Moms, A Bad Moms Christmas.
2018: Co-starred in The Spy Who Dumped Me
In 2018, Mila Kunis co-starred with Kate McKinnon in the comedy "The Spy Who Dumped Me". The film received mixed reviews but grossed over $75 million worldwide.
September 2019: Filming Began for Four Good Days
In September 2019, principal photography began in Los Angeles for the film "Four Good Days", starring Mila Kunis and Glenn Close.
January 25, 2020: Four Good Days Premiered at Sundance
On January 25, 2020, the film "Four Good Days", starring Mila Kunis and Glenn Close, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Kunis received praise for her performance.
April 2020: Developed Quarantine Wine
In April 2020, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher developed their own wine, named Quarantine Wine, with 100% of the proceeds going to give aid during the COVID-19 pandemic.
February 12, 2021: Breaking News in Yuba County Release
On February 12, 2021, "Breaking News in Yuba County", co-starring Mila Kunis, Allison Janney, and Regina Hall, was released. The film received negative reviews.
2021: Support against Boycott of Tel Aviv LGBTQ+ Film Festival
In 2021, Mila Kunis signed a letter denouncing attempts to boycott the Tel Aviv International LGBTQ+ Film Festival.
March 18, 2022: Exceeded GoFundMe Goal for Ukraine Refugees
By March 18, 2022, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher had exceeded their $30 million goal on a GoFundMe page to help refugees fleeing the violence in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The couple had promised to donate $3 million of their own money.
April 30, 2022: Announced Guest Appearance in That '90s Show
On April 30, 2022, it was announced that Mila Kunis would have a guest appearance in the follow-up sitcom, "That '90s Show".
September 30, 2022: Luckiest Girl Alive Cinema Release
On September 30, 2022, Mila Kunis' film "Luckiest Girl Alive", based on the Jessica Knoll novel, was released in select cinemas. Kunis starred in and produced the Netflix adaptation.
October 7, 2022: Luckiest Girl Alive Streaming Release
On October 7, 2022, "Luckiest Girl Alive", starring Mila Kunis, was released for streaming on Netflix. The film received mixed reviews, but Kunis's performance was acclaimed.
2022: Included on Time and People Lists
In 2022, Mila Kunis was included on Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Also in 2022, she was included with Matthew McConaughey, Quinta Brunson and Jennifer Hudson on People magazine's annual list of the People of the year.
2023: Backlash and Apology for Supporting Danny Masterson
In 2023, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher faced backlash for writing letters in support of Danny Masterson after his rape conviction. They apologized in a video, which was also criticized.
2023: Slated to Co-star in Goodrich
In 2023, it was announced that Mila Kunis was slated to co-star with Michael Keaton in the comedy film "Goodrich".
October 18, 2024: Goodrich Release
On October 18, 2024, the film "Goodrich", co-starring Mila Kunis and Michael Keaton, was released. The film, written and directed by Hallie Meyers-Shyer, received positive reviews.
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