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Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams is a Canadian actress who graduated from York University with a BFA in theatre in 2001. She began her career in Canadian television and film, receiving a Genie Award nomination for her role in the drama film Perfect Pie (2002). McAdams also starred in the comedy film My Name Is Tanino (2002) and won a Gemini Award for her work in the comedy series Slings & Arrows (2003–2005).

1975: Landslide Song Release

Fleetwood Mac's song "Landslide", released in 1975, helped Rachel McAdams prepare for emotional scenes in Wedding Crashers in 2005.

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November 17, 1978: Rachel McAdams' Birth

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

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1992: Glengarry Glen Ross (1992)

In 1992 Alec Baldwin starred in Glengarry Glen Ross, a performance that Rachel McAdams would later use as inspiration for her role as Regina George in the 2004 film Mean Girls.

2001: York University Graduation

In 2001, Rachel McAdams graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in theatre.

2001: Television and Film Debuts

In 2001, Rachel McAdams made her television debut in the MTV pilot Shotgun Love Dolls and her Canadian film debut in the comedy My Name Is Tanino. She later earned a Genie Award nomination for her role in the drama Perfect Pie.

2002: Filming of The Notebook

Filming for The Notebook took place from late 2002 to early 2003.

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2002: Hollywood Debut and Slings and Arrows

In 2002, Rachel McAdams made her Hollywood debut in The Hot Chick and starred in the comedy mini-series Slings and Arrows, receiving two Gemini Award nominations and winning one for her work on the program.

2002: Hollywood Film Debut

In 2002, Rachel McAdams made her Hollywood film debut in the comedy The Hot Chick.

2002: Perfect Pie Nomination

In 2002, Rachel McAdams received a Genie Award nomination for her work in the Canadian drama film Perfect Pie.

2003: Filming of The Notebook

Filming for The Notebook took place from late 2002 to early 2003.

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2003: Slings & Arrows Series

In 2003, Rachel McAdams began starring in the Canadian comedy series Slings & Arrows.

2004: Rise to Fame

In 2004, Rachel McAdams rose to fame with her roles in the comedy Mean Girls and the romantic drama The Notebook.

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2004: Mean Girls Success

In 2004, Rachel McAdams starred in Mean Girls as Regina George, earning two MTV Movie Awards and widespread recognition for her performance.

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2004: Starring in The Notebook

In 2004, Rachel McAdams starred in The Notebook, based on Nicholas Sparks' novel, gaining significant acclaim for her role as Allie Hamilton.

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2005: Romantic Involvement with Ryan Gosling

In 2005, Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling, her co-star in The Notebook, became romantically involved.

2005: Starring Roles and BAFTA Nomination

In 2005, Rachel McAdams starred in Wedding Crashers, Red Eye, and The Family Stone, gaining recognition as Hollywood's new "it girl" and receiving a BAFTA Award nomination for Best Rising Star.

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2005: Starring in Red Eye and The Family Stone

In 2005, Rachel McAdams starred in the psychological thriller Red Eye and the seasonal family comedy-drama The Family Stone, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

2005: Starring in Wedding Crashers

In 2005, Rachel McAdams starred in the romantic comedy Wedding Crashers, where she played a daughter of an influential politician.

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2005: Rachel McAdams volunteered in Biloxi, Mississippi, and Louisiana

In 2005, Rachel McAdams volunteered in Biloxi, Mississippi, and Louisiana, as part of the clean-up effort following Hurricane Katrina, showing her commitment to humanitarian work.

2005: Rachel McAdams listed on Maxim Hot 100

In 2005, Rachel McAdams was listed on the Maxim Hot 100.

2005: Gemini Award Win

In 2005, Rachel McAdams won a Gemini Award for her role in the Canadian comedy series Slings & Arrows.

February 2006: The Vagina Monologues Appearance

In February 2006, Rachel McAdams made a one-off stage appearance in The Vagina Monologues to raise funds for V-Day in Toronto.

March 2006: Vanity Fair Photo Shoot Incident

In March 2006, Rachel McAdams declined a nude photo session for Vanity Fair's Hollywood issue and left, later parting ways with her publicist.

2006: Rising Star Nomination and Awards Hosting

In 2006, Rachel McAdams received a Rising Star Award nomination from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts and hosted the Academy Awards for Technical Achievement.

2006: Rachel McAdams participated in the "Day Without Immigrants" demonstration

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

2007: Rachel McAdams ran GreenIsSexy.org and sat on a TreeHugger/Live Earth judging panel

In 2007, Rachel McAdams ran an eco-friendly lifestyle website, GreenIsSexy.org, and sat on a TreeHugger/Live Earth judging panel, demonstrating her commitment to environmentalism.

2007: Hiatus from Film Career

Rachel McAdams took a break from her film career from 2006 to 2007 to reconnect with her own voice amidst external pressures.

2008: Return to Film with Married Life

In 2008, Rachel McAdams returned to her film career, starring in the film noir Married Life.

2008: Reflecting on Vanity Fair Incident

In 2008, Rachel McAdams stated she had no regrets about declining the nude photo shoot for Vanity Fair in 2006.

2009: Starred in 'State of Play'

In 2009, Rachel McAdams starred in 'State of Play' alongside Russell Crowe, Helen Mirren, and Ben Affleck. She played Della Frye, an online reporter investigating a conspiracy.

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2009: Starring in Multiple Films

In 2009, Rachel McAdams starred in The Time Traveler's Wife and Sherlock Holmes.

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2009: Starred in 'The Time Traveler's Wife'

In 2009, Rachel McAdams starred opposite Eric Bana in 'The Time Traveler's Wife', a science fiction romantic drama based on Audrey Niffenegger's novel. She played Clare Abshire.

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2010: Rachel McAdams appealed for donations during the Canada for Haiti telethon

In 2010, Rachel McAdams appealed for donations during the Canada for Haiti telethon, contributing to relief efforts for Haiti.

2010: Starred in 'Morning Glory'

In 2010, Rachel McAdams starred in 'Morning Glory' with Diane Keaton and Harrison Ford. She played a television producer aiming to improve a morning television program's ratings.

2011: Rachel McAdams attended the Occupy Toronto demonstration

In 2011, Rachel McAdams attended the Occupy Toronto demonstration, showing her support for the movement.

2011: Reflecting on The Notebook's Impact

In 2011, Rachel McAdams expressed her gratitude for the positive response to The Notebook, acknowledging its significance in her career.

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2011: Favourite Role

In 2011, Rachel McAdams reflected on her role in The Lucky Ones, calling it one of her favorite roles.

2011: Starred in 'Midnight in Paris'

In 2011, Rachel McAdams starred in Woody Allen's 'Midnight in Paris' with Owen Wilson and Michael Sheen, playing Inez, the fiancée of Wilson's character. The film opened the 2011 Cannes Film Festival.

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2011: Rachel McAdams supported Foodstock

In 2011, Rachel McAdams supported Foodstock, a protest against a proposed limestone mega quarry in Melancthon, Ontario and was also involved in Matter of Trust's "hair boom" efforts following the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

2012: Starring in The Vow

In 2012, Rachel McAdams starred in the film The Vow.

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2012: Commercial Success

In 2012, The Lucky Ones was considered the least commercially successful film of Rachel McAdams' career.

2013: Starred in 'To the Wonder'

In 2013, Rachel McAdams co-starred with Ben Affleck in Terrence Malick's 'To the Wonder'. McAdams played a horse ranch worker and Affleck's love interest.

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2013: Rachel McAdams filmed promotional videos for the Food & Water First Movement

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

2013: Reasons for Hiatus

In 2013, Rachel McAdams reflected on her hiatus, stating she wanted to step away from the industry and never wanted to be a big movie star.

2013: Starring in About Time

In 2013, Rachel McAdams starred in the film About Time.

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2013: Rachel McAdams volunteered with Habitat for Humanity

In 2013, Rachel McAdams volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in her hometown of St. Thomas, demonstrating her commitment to community service.

2013: Rachel McAdams listed on Maxim Hot 100

In 2013, Rachel McAdams was listed on the Maxim Hot 100.

2014: Rachel McAdams narrated the documentary "Take Me To The River"

In 2014, Rachel McAdams narrated the feature documentary Take Me To The River, which investigates what is being done to try to save iconic rivers, highlighting her environmental advocacy.

2014: Starred in 'A Most Wanted Man'

In 2014, Rachel McAdams starred in 'A Most Wanted Man', an adaptation of John le Carré's espionage thriller, alongside Philip Seymour Hoffman.

2014: Received a star on Canada's Walk of Fame

In late 2014, Rachel McAdams was honored with a star on Canada's Walk of Fame.

December 2015: Starred in HBO's 'True Detective'

Also in 2015, Rachel McAdams starred as Det. Ani Bezzerides in the second season of HBO's 'True Detective'.

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December 2015: U.S. limited release of 'Every Thing Will Be Fine'

In December 2015, the film 'Every Thing Will Be Fine', starring Rachel McAdams, received a U.S. limited release.

2015: Starred in 'Spotlight'

In 2015, Rachel McAdams starred in 'Spotlight' as journalist Sacha Pfeiffer, a drama about the child-abuse scandal in Boston's Catholic Church.

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2015: True Detective Role

In 2015, Rachel McAdams starred in the second season of the HBO anthology crime drama series True Detective, earning a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination.

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2015: Academy Award Nomination for Spotlight

In 2015, Rachel McAdams was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Sacha Pfeiffer in the drama Spotlight.

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2016: Role in Doctor Strange

In 2016, Rachel McAdams starred in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Doctor Strange.

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2016: Rachel McAdams began dating Jamie Linden

In 2016, Rachel McAdams started dating American screenwriter Jamie Linden, beginning their relationship.

2016: Rachel McAdams' roles in "The Little Prince", "Doctor Strange" and "Anne of Green Gables"

In 2016, Rachel McAdams voiced The Mother of The Little Girl in an animated version of The Little Prince, co-starred in Doctor Strange as Christine Palmer, and narrated the audiobook version of Anne of Green Gables.

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2017: Starring in Disobedience

In 2017, Rachel McAdams starred in the romantic drama Disobedience.

2018: Rachel McAdams had a son

In 2018, Rachel McAdams and Jamie Linden welcomed a son into their family.

2018: Rachel McAdams starred in "Game Night" and "Disobedience"

In 2018, Rachel McAdams co-starred in the comedy Game Night with Jason Bateman and starred opposite Rachel Weisz in Sebastián Lelio's romantic drama Disobedience.

2018: Starring in Game Night

In 2018, Rachel McAdams starred in the comedy Game Night.

2020: Rachel McAdams had a daughter

In 2020, Rachel McAdams and Jamie Linden had a daughter, expanding their family.

2020: Rachel McAdams starred in "Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga"

In 2020, Rachel McAdams co-starred with Will Ferrell in the Netflix musical comedy film Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga.

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2020: Starring in Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga

In 2020, Rachel McAdams starred in the comedy Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga.

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2021: Rachel McAdams called to stop logging rainforests in British Columbia

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, showing her continued environmental activism.

May 2022: Release of "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness"

In May 2022, Rachel McAdams reprised her role as Christine Palmer in the movie Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which received mixed reviews.

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2022: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

In 2022, Rachel McAdams starred in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

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April 2023: Release of "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret."

In April 2023, Rachel McAdams starred in Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret., a film adaptation of Judy Blume's novel, which was released to positive reviews.

2023: Starring in Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.

In 2023, Rachel McAdams starred in the comedy-drama Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.

January 2024: Rachel McAdams' appearance on Saturday Night Live

In January 2024, Rachel McAdams made a cameo appearance on Saturday Night Live, introducing Reneé Rapp as a musical guest and participating in a comedy sketch.

April 23, 2024: Opening night of "Mary Jane" on Broadway

On April 23, 2024, Rachel McAdams' Broadway debut in Amy Herzog's play Mary Jane officially opened at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, receiving positive reviews for her "magnetic" performance.

2024: Broadway Debut

In 2024, Rachel McAdams made her Broadway debut in Amy Herzog's play Mary Jane, receiving a Tony Award nomination.