Career Timeline of Paula Patton: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Paula Patton built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Paula Patton is an American actress and producer who began her film career in 2005 with *Hitch*. She is notable for her roles in movies such as *Déjà Vu*, the critically acclaimed *Precious*, *Jumping the Broom*, *Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol*, *2 Guns*, *Warcraft*, and *Sacrifice*. Patton has established herself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry through these diverse roles.
2004: Provided Vocals for Usher's Album 'Confessions'
In 2004, Paula Patton provided additional vocals for Usher on his album 'Confessions'. She was featured on the song "Can U Handle It?".
2005: Feature Film Debut in 'Hitch'
In 2005, Paula Patton made her feature film debut in the comedy 'Hitch'.
2005: Film Debut with 'Hitch' and Role in 'London'
In 2005, Paula Patton made her film debut with a small part in 'Hitch'. She also had a small role in the drama film 'London' in the same year.
2006: Appearance in 'Idlewild'
In 2006, Paula Patton appeared alongside Andre Benjamin and Big Boi in the musical film 'Idlewild', written and directed by Bryan Barber.
2006: Starring role in 'Déjà Vu'
In 2006, Paula Patton had a starring role in the film 'Déjà Vu'.
2006: Breakthrough Role in 'Déjà Vu' and Appearance in Robin Thicke's Video
In 2006, Paula Patton had her big break, landing the female lead role in 'Déjà Vu'. She also appeared in her then-husband Robin Thicke's "Lost Without You" music video.
2008: Roles in 'Swing Vote' and 'Mirrors'
In 2008, Paula Patton played Kate Madison in 'Swing Vote' and Amy Carson in 'Mirrors'.
2009: Starring role in 'Precious'
In 2009, Paula Patton had a starring role in the film 'Precious'.
2010: Co-starred in 'Just Wright'
In 2010, Paula Patton co-starred as Queen Latifah's character's god-sister in the romantic comedy 'Just Wright'.
2010: Joining and Leaving 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit'
In late 2010, Paula Patton was announced to succeed Sharon Stone on 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit', but her role was reduced to one episode when she was cast in 'Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol'.
December 16, 2011: Release of 'Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol'
On December 16, 2011, 'Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol', starring Paula Patton, was released.
2011: Starring roles in 'Jumping the Broom' and 'Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol'
In 2011, Paula Patton had starring roles in the films 'Jumping the Broom' and 'Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol'.
2013: Roles in '2 Guns' and 'Baggage Claim'
In 2013, Paula Patton co-starred in '2 Guns' and starred in the leading role in 'Baggage Claim'.
2013: Starring role in '2 Guns'
In 2013, Paula Patton had a starring role in the film '2 Guns'.
February 24, 2015: Casting in 'Runner' Pilot
On February 24, 2015, Paula Patton was cast as the lead character in the ABC crime drama pilot 'Runner', which was not picked up to series.
2016: Starring role in 'Warcraft'
In 2016, Paula Patton had a starring role in the film 'Warcraft'.
2016: Roles in 'The Perfect Match', 'The Do-Over', and 'Warcraft'
In 2016, Paula Patton starred in 'The Perfect Match', appeared in 'The Do-Over', and starred in 'Warcraft'.
January 2017: Cast in 'Somewhere Between'
In January 2017, Paula Patton was cast in the lead role of the ABC drama series 'Somewhere Between'.
July 24, 2017: Premiere of 'Somewhere Between'
On July 24, 2017, 'Somewhere Between', starring Paula Patton, premiered as a mid-season replacement.
2019: Starring role in 'Sacrifice'
In 2019, Paula Patton had a starring role in the film 'Sacrifice'.
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