History of Paula Patton in Timeline
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.
December 5, 1975: Paula Patton's Birth
On December 5, 1975, Paula Maxine Patton was born. She is an American actress and producer.
1991: Meeting Robin Thicke
In 1991, at age 15, Paula Patton met Robin Thicke at a hip-hop club in Los Angeles.
1993: Beginning of Relationship with Robin Thicke
In 1993, Paula Patton and Robin Thicke began dating.
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?".
June 11, 2005: Marriage to Robin Thicke
On June 11, 2005, Paula Patton married recording artist Robin Thicke.
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'.
April 6, 2010: Birth of Son, Julian Fuego
On April 6, 2010, Paula Patton gave birth to their son, Julian Fuego.
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, 2014: Announcement of Separation
On February 24, 2014, Paula Patton and Robin Thicke announced their separation after 21 years together.
October 8, 2014: Filing for Divorce
On October 8, 2014, Paula Patton officially filed for divorce from Robin Thicke and sought joint custody of their son.
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.
March 20, 2015: Finalization of Divorce
On March 20, 2015, Paula Patton's divorce from Robin Thicke was finalized.
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'.
January 2017: Custody Dispute with Robin Thicke
In January 2017, a judge denied Paula Patton's request to limit Robin Thicke's custody, but later that month, Patton was granted sole custody and a restraining order against Thicke.
July 24, 2017: Premiere of 'Somewhere Between'
On July 24, 2017, 'Somewhere Between', starring Paula Patton, premiered as a mid-season replacement.
August 2017: Custody Agreement Reached
In August 2017, Paula Patton and Robin Thicke reached a custody agreement regarding their son.
2019: Starring role in 'Sacrifice'
In 2019, Paula Patton had a starring role in the film 'Sacrifice'.
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