Orlando Bloom is an English actor known for his roles in epic and fantasy films. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Legolas in "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" trilogies. He further solidified his place in the genre with roles like Will Turner in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series and appearances in films like "Troy," "Kingdom of Heaven," and "The Three Musketeers." His adventurous roles have drawn comparisons to Errol Flynn.
1913: Birth of Harry Bloom
Harry Bloom, who Orlando initially believed to be his biological father, was born in 1913.
January 1977: Birth of Orlando Bloom
Orlando Bloom was born in January 1977 in Canterbury, Kent, England.
January 1977: Birth of Orlando Bloom
Orlando Bloom was born in January 1977.
1981: Death of Harry Bloom
Harry Bloom, Orlando Bloom's stepfather, passed away in 1981.
1992: Bloom's First Foray into Acting
Orlando Bloom, inspired by panto actor Richard Sieben, submitted a school prize submission, marking his initial steps into acting in 1992.
1993: Pursuing a Passion for the Arts
Orlando Bloom moved to London in 1993 to pursue a two-year A-Level course in Drama, Photography, and Sculpture at Fine Arts College, Hampstead.
1997: Film Debut in "Wilde"
Orlando Bloom appeared in his first film role, playing a rent boy in "Wilde," in 1997.
1997: Film Debut in "Wilde"
Orlando Bloom made his film debut in the movie "Wilde" in 1997.
1999: Landing the Role of Legolas
Shortly after graduating from Guildhall in 1999, Orlando Bloom was cast as Legolas in "The Lord of the Rings."
2001: Breakthrough in "The Lord of the Rings"
Orlando Bloom rose to fame with his role as Legolas in "The Lord of the Rings" film series in 2001.
2001: Stepping into Middle-earth in "The Lord of the Rings"
The first installment of "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, starring Orlando Bloom as Legolas, was released in 2001.
2002: Stars in Gap Advertisement with Kate Beckinsale
In 2002, Orlando Bloom starred alongside English actress Kate Beckinsale in a Gap television advertisement directed by Cameron Crowe.
2002: Recognized as a Rising Star
Orlando Bloom was featured among Teen People's "25 Hottest Stars Under 25" in 2002.
2003: Embarking on the "Pirates of the Caribbean" Adventure
Orlando Bloom joined the cast of "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl," which became a massive success in 2003.
2003: Swashbuckling Success in "Pirates of the Caribbean"
Orlando Bloom starred as Will Turner in "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" in 2003.
2003: Relationship with Kate Bosworth Begins
Orlando Bloom's romantic involvement with American actress Kate Bosworth commenced in 2003.
2003: Triumphant Conclusion of "The Lord of the Rings"
The final film in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy premiered in 2003, earning the cast, including Orlando Bloom, a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Ensemble Acting.
2004: Crowned People's Hottest Hollywood Bachelor
People magazine named Orlando Bloom the hottest Hollywood bachelor in 2004.
2004: Starring Role in "Troy"
Orlando Bloom took on the role of Paris in the epic film "Troy" in 2004.
2004: Joins SGI-UK Buddhist Association
In 2004, Orlando Bloom became a full member of SGI-UK, the UK branch of Soka Gakkai International, a lay Buddhist association rooted in the teachings of Nichiren.
2004: Joining the Cast of "Troy"
Orlando Bloom was cast in the epic film "Troy" in 2004.
2005: Lead Roles in "Kingdom of Heaven" and "Elizabethtown"
Orlando Bloom starred in two films, "Kingdom of Heaven" and "Elizabethtown," in 2005.
2005: Filming "Kingdom of Heaven" and "Elizabethtown"
Orlando Bloom worked on two major films, "Kingdom of Heaven" and "Elizabethtown," in 2005.
July 2006: Box Office Smash: "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest"
The second installment of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series, "Dead Man's Chest," was released in July 2006, becoming Orlando Bloom's highest-grossing film at that time.
September 2006: Relationship with Kate Bosworth Ends
Orlando Bloom's on-and-off relationship with American actress Kate Bosworth, which began in 2003, came to an end in September 2006.
2006: Most Searched Male on Google News
Orlando Bloom topped Google News' most-searched male list in 2006.
May 2007: Bloom's Box Office Reign
As of May 2007, Orlando Bloom had starred in four of the top 15 highest-grossing movies ever.
August 2007: First Japanese TV Commercial
Orlando Bloom appeared in his first Japanese television commercial, promoting Shiseido's Uno cosmetics, in August 2007.
2007: Relationship with Miranda Kerr Begins
In late 2007, Orlando Bloom embarked on a romantic relationship with Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr.
2007: Romantic Comedy and Big Apple Love
Orlando Bloom appeared in the romantic comedy "New York, I Love You" in 2007.
2007: West End Debut in "In Celebration"
Orlando Bloom made his professional stage debut in the West End production of "In Celebration" in 2007.
2007: Begins Involvement with UNICEF
Orlando Bloom's involvement with UNICEF commenced in 2007.
2008: Joining "Red Circle"
Orlando Bloom signed on to star in Johnnie To's film "Red Circle" in 2008.
February 2009: Participates in "Australia Unites" Fundraiser
On February 12, 2009, Orlando Bloom actively participated in the "Australia Unites" fundraiser, which aimed to gather support and aid for the victims of the devastating Australian bushfires that occurred on February 7, 2009.
July 2009: Burglary by the "Bling Ring"
On July 13, 2009, Orlando Bloom's Hollywood Hills residence was burglarized by a group of teenagers known as the "Bling Ring," resulting in the theft of almost half a million dollars worth of belongings. Fortunately, most of the stolen items were eventually recovered.
October 2009: Appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Orlando Bloom was designated as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador on October 12, 2009.
2009: UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Orlando Bloom was designated a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2009.
2009: Part of the Ensemble in "New York, I Love You"
Orlando Bloom was among the many actors featured in the anthology film "New York, I Love You" in 2009.
June 2010: Engagement to Miranda Kerr
In June 2010, Orlando Bloom and Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr announced their engagement, marking a significant step in their relationship.
July 2010: Receives Honorary Degree from University of Kent
On July 13, 2010, Orlando Bloom received an honorary degree from the University of Kent, a recognition of his contributions to the arts, during a ceremony held at Canterbury Cathedral in his hometown of Canterbury, England.
2010: Moving on from "Pirates"
By 2010, both Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley expressed their desire to pursue projects beyond the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise.
January 2011: Son's Birth
Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr welcomed their son into the world in January 2011 in Los Angeles.
October 2011: Discussions to Reprise Will Turner Role
As early as October 2011, Orlando Bloom engaged in discussions about potentially returning to the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, reprising his role as Will Turner.
2011: The Duke's on Screen: Bloom in "The Three Musketeers"
Orlando Bloom portrayed the Duke of Buckingham in "The Three Musketeers" in 2011.
August 2013: Broadway Debut as Romeo
In August 2013, Orlando Bloom made his Broadway debut in a production of Romeo and Juliet at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, playing the lead role of Romeo.
October 2013: Separation from Miranda Kerr
In October 2013, Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr publicly announced their separation, which had occurred a few months prior. Despite the intent to end their marriage, they remained committed to co-parenting their son.
2013: Return to Middle-earth in "The Hobbit"
Orlando Bloom reprised his role as Legolas in "The Hobbit" film series in 2013.
2013: Broadway Debut as Romeo
Orlando Bloom took on the iconic role of Romeo in a Broadway adaptation of "Romeo and Juliet" in 2013.
April 2014: Hollywood Walk of Fame Induction
On April 2, 2014, in recognition of his significant contributions to the film industry, Orlando Bloom was honored with a star on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star is situated at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard.
2014: Discussions for Will Turner Return Intensify
Discussions for Orlando Bloom to reprise his role as Will Turner in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise progressed significantly by 2014.
2014: Relationship with Nora Arnezeder
Orlando Bloom was romantically linked to French actress Nora Arnezeder in 2014.
2014: Russo-Ukrainian War Impacts Children's Education
The Russo-Ukrainian war, which began in 2014, had a significant impact on the education of children in Ukraine, leading to disruptions and challenges in accessing education.
2015: Russo-Ukrainian War Continues to Impact Children's Education
The Russo-Ukrainian war continued to disrupt children's access to education throughout 2015, creating a pressing need for support and intervention.
2015: BAFTA Britannia Humanitarian Award
Orlando Bloom's humanitarian efforts were acknowledged with the BAFTA Britannia Humanitarian Award in 2015.
January 2016: Relationship with Katy Perry Begins
Orlando Bloom and American singer-songwriter Katy Perry began dating in January 2016, marking the start of their high-profile relationship.
April 2016: Visits Ukraine for UNICEF
In April 2016, Orlando Bloom visited Sloviansk in eastern Ukraine as part of his role as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador to highlight the educational challenges faced by children due to the Russo-Ukrainian war in 2014-2015.
February 2017: Split from Katy Perry
In February 2017, Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry publicly confirmed their separation.
May 2017: Cameo in "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales"
In May 2017, the fifth film in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, "Dead Men Tell No Tales," was released, featuring Orlando Bloom in a cameo appearance as Will Turner.
2017: Setting Sail Again: Bloom's Return to "Pirates of the Caribbean"
Orlando Bloom returned as Will Turner in "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales" in 2017.
February 2018: Reconciliation with Katy Perry
February 2018 saw Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry rekindling their romance after a period of separation.
2018: Stars in "Killer Joe"
In 2018, Orlando Bloom took on the lead role in a production of the play "Killer Joe" at Trafalgar Studios.
2018: Return to the London Stage in "Killer Joe"
Orlando Bloom returned to the West End stage in a revival of Tracy Letts' "Killer Joe" in 2018.
February 2019: Engagement to Katy Perry
Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry took a significant step in their relationship by getting engaged on February 14, 2019, solidifying their commitment to one another.
2019: Journey into "Carnival Row"
Orlando Bloom starred in the Amazon Prime Video series "Carnival Row," which premiered in 2019.
March 2020: Pregnancy Announcement
The news of Katy Perry's pregnancy with their first child together was revealed in March 2020 through Perry's music video for her song "Never Worn White."
June 2020: Participation in "Reunited Apart"
On June 1, 2020, Orlando Bloom, alongside several "Lord of the Rings" co-stars, participated in Josh Gad's "Reunited Apart" YouTube series. This series virtually reunited casts of popular films to reminisce and promote donations to charities.
July 2020: Stars in "The Outpost"
Orlando Bloom starred as Captain Benjamin Keating in the war film "The Outpost", which was released in July 2020.
August 2020: Daughter's Birth
On August 26, 2020, Katy Perry gave birth to their daughter, marking a joyous milestone in their lives as they welcomed their first child together.
2020: Critical Acclaim for "The Outpost"
Orlando Bloom's performance in the war drama "The Outpost" earned him critical acclaim in 2020.
2023: Returns to Ukraine as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
In 2023, Orlando Bloom once again traveled to Ukraine in his capacity as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to the cause.
2023: Stars in "Gran Turismo"
In 2023, Orlando Bloom portrayed Danny Moore, a Nissan marketing executive, in the sports film "Gran Turismo", based on the true story of Jann Mardenborough.
2023: Conclusion of "Carnival Row"
The final season of "Carnival Row," starring Orlando Bloom, aired in 2023.