Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Olivia Wilde
Discover the career path of Olivia Wilde, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Olivia Wilde, born Olivia Jane Cockburn, is an American actress and filmmaker. She gained recognition for her role as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on the television series House (2007–2012). Wilde has also appeared in films like Tron: Legacy (2010), Cowboys & Aliens (2011), Her (2013), The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013), and The Lazarus Effect (2015). In 2017, she made her Broadway debut in 1984.
1984: Broadway Debut in 1984
In 1984, Olivia Wilde made her Broadway debut portraying the role of Julia in 1984.
2003: Appearance on Skin
In 2003, Olivia Wilde appeared as Jewel Goldman on the short-lived television series Skin.
2004: Appearance in The Girl Next Door
In 2004, Olivia Wilde appeared in the film The Girl Next Door.
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.
2005: Appearance in Conversations with Other Women
In 2005, Olivia Wilde appeared in the film Conversations with Other Women.
2005: Role on The O.C.
In 2005, Olivia Wilde continued in her recurring role as Alex Kelly on the teen drama TV series The O.C.
2006: Roles in Bickford Shmeckler's Cool Ideas, Turistas and Alpha Dog
In 2006, Olivia Wilde appeared in the films Bickford Shmeckler's Cool Ideas, Turistas and Alpha Dog.
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.
June 30, 2008: PSA Debut Encouraging Youth to Vote
On June 30, 2008, Olivia Wilde appeared in a public service announcement that debuted, encouraging youth to vote in the 2008 election.
2009: Role in Year One
In 2009, Olivia Wilde appeared in the comedy film Year One as Princess Inanna.
2010: Starring role in Tron: Legacy and Executive Producing documentary short films
In 2010, Olivia Wilde starred in Disney's Tron: Legacy as Quorra and executive-produced documentary short films like Sun City Picture House.
August 2011: Announcement of Wilde Leaving House
In August 2011, it was announced that Olivia Wilde would be leaving House to further pursue her film career.
May 2012: Return to House for Series Finale
In May 2012, Olivia Wilde's character, Remy "Thirteen" Hadley, returned for two episodes in the series finale of House.
2013: Activism and Board Memberships
In 2013, Olivia Wilde appeared in a Gucci campaign, joined the board of Artists for Peace and Justice and the ACLU of Southern California, and became an influencer for RYOT.
2013: Writing, Starring, and Executive Producing Activities
In 2013, Olivia Wilde wrote an article for Glamour Magazine, starred in and executive produced Drinking Buddies, had a supporting role in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, played Suzy Miller in Rush, and starred in Her.
2014: Roles in Better Living Through Chemistry and The Longest Week
In 2014, Olivia Wilde starred in the films Better Living Through Chemistry and The Longest Week.
April 17, 2015: Premiere of Meadowland at Tribeca Film Festival
On April 17, 2015, 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 of Body Team 12
In 2015, Olivia Wilde served as executive producer for the documentary short film Body Team 12 about the Ebola outbreak.
2015: Brand Ambassador, role in The Lazarus Effect and Meadowland
In 2015, Olivia Wilde was the brand ambassador of H&M's Conscious Exclusive campaign. She starred in The Lazarus Effect as Zoe, and starred in and produced Meadowland.
March 21, 2016: PSA for World Down Syndrome Day
On March 21, 2016, Olivia Wilde starred in a PSA for World Down Syndrome Day.
2016: Directing Music Videos, Starring in Vinyl and Live Table Reading
In 2016, Olivia Wilde directed a music video for Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, the music video for Red Hot Chili Peppers' song "Dark Necessities", starred as Devon Finestra in HBO's Vinyl, and directed a live table reading of Hannah and Her Sisters.
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 Broadway run of 1984
On October 8, 2017, the limited run of 1984, where Olivia Wilde played Julia, ended.
2017: Participation in the Women's March in Washington, D.C.
In 2017, Olivia Wilde participated in the Women's March in Washington, D.C.
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, Life Itself, starring Olivia Wilde, was released.
2018: Participation in the Women's March in Los Angeles
In 2018, Olivia Wilde participated in the Women's March in Los Angeles.
March 29, 2019: Release of A Vigilante
On March 29, 2019, Olivia Wilde starred in the release of A Vigilante.
May 24, 2019: Release of Booksmart
On May 24, 2019, Olivia Wilde's directorial debut, Booksmart, was released.
June 27, 2019: Booksmart Rating on Rotten Tomatoes
As of June 27, 2019, Olivia Wilde's directorial debut, Booksmart, was rated 97% "fresh" on Rotten Tomatoes.
2019: Role in Richard Jewell
In 2019, Olivia Wilde appeared in Richard Jewell, playing Kathy Scruggs.
2019: Directorial Debut with Booksmart
In 2019, Olivia Wilde made her directorial debut with the teen comedy film Booksmart, which received critical acclaim and won the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature.
February 8, 2020: Booksmart Wins Independent Spirit Award
On February 8, 2020, Olivia Wilde's film Booksmart won the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature.
2020: Direction of Wake Up
In 2020, Olivia Wilde directed the short film Wake Up, starring Margaret Qualley.
2022: Direction and role in Don't Worry Darling and Voice acting in DC League of Super-Pets
In 2022, Olivia Wilde directed and played a supporting role in Don't Worry Darling. Also that year, she voiced Lois Lane in the animated film DC League of Super-Pets.
2022: Direction and Starring Role in Don't Worry Darling
In 2022, Olivia Wilde directed and starred in the thriller film Don't Worry Darling.
2022: Recording Lies about Sea Creatures for Birdsong Project
In 2022, Olivia Wilde recorded Ada Limón's poem Lies about Sea Creatures as part of For the Birds: The Birdsong Project.
2022: Served with Custody Documents
In 2022, Olivia Wilde was publicly served with court documents regarding child custody while presenting Don't Worry Darling at CinemaCon.
2023: Co-founding Proximity Ventures
In late 2023, Olivia Wilde co-founded Proximity Ventures, a New York City-based venture capital firm.
2026: Direction and Starring Role in The Invite
In 2026, Olivia Wilde is slated to have directed and starred in the thriller film The Invite.
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