Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Olivia Wilde

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Olivia Wilde

Discover the career path of Olivia Wilde, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Olivia Wilde is an American actress and director known for her role as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley in the television series *House*. She has also appeared in films such as *Tron: Legacy*, *Cowboys & Aliens*, *Her*, *The Incredible Burt Wonderstone*, and *The Lazarus Effect*. Wilde made her Broadway debut in 2017, playing Julia in *1984*.

1984: Broadway Debut in 1984

In 2017, Wilde made her Broadway debut portraying the role of Julia in the play "1984". The play is based on the novel by George Orwell.

1984: 75th Anniversary
1984: 75th Anniversary

2003: Appearance on Skin

In 2003, Olivia Wilde appeared as Jewel Goldman on the short-lived television series "Skin".

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2004: Appearance in The Girl Next Door

In 2004, Olivia Wilde appeared in the film "The Girl Next Door".

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2004: Recurring Role on The O.C.

In 2004, Olivia Wilde gained attention for her recurring role as Alex Kelly on the teen drama TV series "The O.C.".

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2005: Appearance in Conversations with Other Women

In 2005, Olivia Wilde appeared in the film "Conversations with Other Women".

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2005: Continued role on The O.C.

In 2005, Olivia Wilde continued her role as Alex Kelly on the teen drama TV series "The O.C.".

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2006: Roles in Various Films

In 2006, Olivia Wilde appeared in several films including "Bickford Shmeckler's Cool Ideas", "Turistas", and "Alpha Dog".

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September 2007: Joining the cast of House

In September 2007, Olivia Wilde joined the cast of the medical drama TV series "House" as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley.

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2007: Joining the cast of House

In 2007, Olivia Wilde joined the cast of the medical drama television series "House" as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley, an internist.

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June 30, 2008: Public Service Announcement for 18 in '08

On June 30, 2008, Olivia Wilde appeared in a public service announcement for the youth voter organization 18 in '08, encouraging youth to vote in the 2008 election.

2009: Appearing in Year One

In 2009, Olivia Wilde appeared in the comedy film "Year One" as Princess Inanna.

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2010: Appearance in Tron: Legacy

In 2010, Olivia Wilde appeared in the action film "Tron: Legacy".

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2010: Starring in Tron: Legacy and Executive Producing Documentaries

In 2010, Olivia Wilde starred in Disney's "Tron: Legacy" as Quorra and executive-produced several documentary short films, including "Sun City Picture House".

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August 2011: Announcement of Leaving House

In August 2011, it was announced that Olivia Wilde would be leaving "House" to further pursue her film career.

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2011: Roles in Cowboys & Aliens

In 2011, Olivia Wilde appeared in the action film "Cowboys & Aliens".

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May 2012: Return to House for Series Finale

In May 2012, Olivia Wilde returned to "House" as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley for the series finale.

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2012: End of House

In 2012, Olivia Wilde concluded her role as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on the medical drama television series "House".

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2013: Roles in Her and The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

In 2013, Olivia Wilde appeared in the romantic drama film "Her" and the comedy film "The Incredible Burt Wonderstone".

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2013: Glamour Article, Drinking Buddies, The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, Rush, Her

In 2013, Olivia Wilde wrote for Glamour, starred in "Drinking Buddies", played a role in "The Incredible Burt Wonderstone", starred in "Rush", and had a starring role in "Her".

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2014: Starring in Better Living Through Chemistry and The Longest Week

In 2014, Olivia Wilde starred in "Better Living Through Chemistry" as Elizabeth Roberts and in "The Longest Week" as Beatrice Fairbanks.

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April 17, 2015: Premiere of Meadowland at Tribeca Film Festival

On April 17, 2015, the drama "Meadowland", starring and produced by Olivia Wilde, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York.

June 30, 2015: Introduction of Hillary Clinton at Campaign Event

On June 30, 2015, Olivia Wilde introduced Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton at a campaign event in New York City.

2015: Executive Producer for Body Team 12

In 2015, Olivia Wilde served as executive producer for the documentary short film "Body Team 12".

2015: Starring in The Lazarus Effect

In 2015, Olivia Wilde starred in the horror film "The Lazarus Effect".

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March 21, 2016: PSA for World Down Syndrome Day

On March 21, 2016, Olivia Wilde starred in a PSA for World Down Syndrome Day, alongside AnnaRose from New Jersey.

2016: Directing Music Videos and Starring in Vinyl

In 2016, Olivia Wilde directed music videos for Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros and Red Hot Chili Peppers, and starred in HBO's "Vinyl" as Devon Finestra.

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May 2017: Chief Brand Activist of True Botanicals

In May 2017, Olivia Wilde became the chief brand activist of True Botanicals, a cosmetics and skin care company.

October 8, 2017: End of Limited Run for 1984 on Broadway

On October 8, 2017, the limited run of the play "1984" on Broadway, in which Olivia Wilde played Julia, ended.

1984: 75th Anniversary
1984: 75th Anniversary

2017: Broadway Debut in 1984

In 2017, Olivia Wilde made her Broadway debut, playing Julia in the play "1984".

March 10, 2018: World Premiere of A Vigilante

On March 10, 2018, "A Vigilante", starring Olivia Wilde, had its world premiere at South by Southwest.

September 21, 2018: Release of Life Itself

On September 21, 2018, the film "Life Itself", starring Olivia Wilde, was released.

March 29, 2019: Release of A Vigilante

On March 29, 2019, "A Vigilante" was released.

May 24, 2019: Release of Booksmart

On May 24, 2019, Olivia Wilde's directorial debut, "Booksmart", was released.

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2019: Appearance in Richard Jewell

In 2019, Olivia Wilde appeared in "Richard Jewell", playing Kathy Scruggs.

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2019: Directorial Debut with Booksmart

In 2019, Olivia Wilde made her directorial debut with the teen comedy film "Booksmart", which received critical acclaim.

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2020: Directing Wake Up

In 2020, Olivia Wilde directed "Wake Up", a short film starring Margaret Qualley.

2022: Directing and Acting in Don't Worry Darling, Voicing Lois Lane in DC League of Super-Pets

In 2022, Olivia Wilde directed and played a supporting role in "Don't Worry Darling" and voiced Lois Lane in the animated film "DC League of Super-Pets".

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2022: Directing and Starring in Don't Worry Darling

In 2022, Olivia Wilde directed and starred in the thriller film "Don't Worry Darling".

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2022: Recording of Ada Limón's poem

In 2022, Olivia Wilde recorded Ada Limón's poem "Lies about Sea Creatures" as part of "For the Birds: The Birdsong Project", with proceeds benefiting The National Audubon Society.

2023: Co-founding Proximity Ventures

In late 2023, Olivia Wilde co-founded Proximity Ventures, a New York City-based venture capital firm.