Early Life and Education of Rachel McAdams: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Rachel McAdams, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Rachel McAdams is a Canadian actress who graduated from York University's theatre program in 2001. She began her career in Canadian television and film. Notable early works include the drama "Perfect Pie" (2002), earning her a Genie Award nomination, the comedy "My Name Is Tanino" (2002), and the comedy series "Slings & Arrows" (2003-2005), for which she won a Gemini Award.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

November 17, 1978: Rachel McAdams' Birth

On November 17, 1978, Rachel Anne McAdams was born. She is a Canadian actress.

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2001: Graduation from York University

In 2001, Rachel McAdams graduated from York University with a theatre degree.

2005: Volunteered in Hurricane Katrina clean-up

In the fall of 2005, Rachel McAdams volunteered in Biloxi, Mississippi, and Louisiana, participating in the clean-up effort following Hurricane Katrina.

2006: Participated in 'Day Without Immigrants' demonstration

In 2006, Rachel McAdams took part in the 'Day Without Immigrants' demonstration in Los Angeles, protesting against the federal government's attempts to further criminalize immigrants.

2007: Break from Film Career

From 2006 to 2007, Rachel McAdams took a break from her film career to reconnect with her own voice and avoid the pressures of being a big movie star.

2007: Ran GreenIsSexy.org and sat on TreeHugger/Live Earth judging panel

In 2007, Rachel McAdams co-founded and ran the eco-friendly website, GreenIsSexy.org, with friends. Also in 2007, she sat on a TreeHugger/Live Earth judging panel.

2010: Appealed for donations for Haiti and involved in oil spill efforts

In 2010, Rachel McAdams appealed for donations during the Canada for Haiti telethon. She was also involved in Matter of Trust's "hair boom" efforts following the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

2011: Attended Occupy Toronto demonstration

In 2011, Rachel McAdams attended the Occupy Toronto demonstration.

2011: Supported Foodstock

In 2011, Rachel McAdams supported Foodstock, a protest against a proposed limestone mega quarry in Melancthon, Ontario.

2013: Filmed promotional videos for Food & Water First Movement

In 2013, Rachel McAdams filmed two promotional videos for the Food & Water First Movement, advocating for the preservation of prime farmland and source water in Ontario, Canada.

2013: Reflection on Career Choices

In 2013, Rachel McAdams reflected on her decision to take a break from her film career, stating she never wanted to be a big movie star.

2013: Volunteered with Habitat for Humanity

In 2013, Rachel McAdams volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in her hometown of St. Thomas.

2018: Birth of her son

In 2018, Rachel McAdams and Jamie Linden had their first child, a son.

2020: Birth of her daughter

In 2020, Rachel McAdams and Jamie Linden welcomed their second child, a daughter.

2021: Advocated to stop logging old growth rainforests

In 2021, Rachel McAdams participated in a video produced by Stand.earth calling on the government of British Columbia, Canada to stop logging the last old growth rainforests across the province.