Reese Witherspoon's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Reese Witherspoon.

Reese Witherspoon is a highly acclaimed American actress and producer recognized with prestigious awards like an Academy Award and Emmy. She's been featured in Time's 100 most influential people and Forbes' most powerful women lists. In 2021, she was the highest-earning actress globally and in 2023 was named one of the richest US celebrities with an estimated $440 million net worth, demonstrating both her acting success and entrepreneurial achievements.

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2005: Starred in Walk the Line

In 2005, Reese Witherspoon starred as June Carter Cash in "Walk the Line" alongside Joaquin Phoenix. Witherspoon won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role.

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2005: Cast as June Carter Cash in Walk the Line

In 2005, Reese Witherspoon was cast as June Carter Cash, Johnny Cash's wife, in the movie "Walk the Line". She learned to sing for the role and performed her own vocals. Her performance was critically acclaimed, and she won several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actress.

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2005: Ranked No. 5 in Teen People's list of most powerful young Hollywood actors.

In 2005, Reese Witherspoon was ranked No. 5 in Teen People magazine's list of most powerful young Hollywood actors.

2005: Won Academy Award for Walk the Line

In 2005, Reese Witherspoon won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of June Carter Cash in the musical biopic "Walk the Line".

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2005: Walk the Line Film Release and Awards

In 2005, the film "Walk the Line", starring Reese Witherspoon as June Carter, was released and became one of her most acclaimed and highest-grossing films. She won the Golden Globe, SAG Award, BAFTA, and Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance.

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2006: Time 100 and Sexiest Women

In 2006, Reese Witherspoon was listed among the Time 100, with her featured article written by Luke Wilson. She was also selected as one of the "100 Sexiest Women In The World" by the readers of FHM.

2006: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2006, Time magazine recognized Reese Witherspoon as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2007: Celebrity 100 list by Forbes

In 2007, Reese Witherspoon was featured on the Celebrity 100 list by Forbes magazine at No. 80.

2007: Best-Dressed Female Star

In 2007, Reese Witherspoon was selected by People and Access Hollywood as one of the year's best-dressed female stars. She also established herself as the highest-paid actress in the American film industry, earning $15 to $20 million per film.

2010: Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 2010, Reese Witherspoon received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

April 2011: People's Most Beautiful issue

In April 2011, Reese Witherspoon ranked No. 3 on the 22nd annual People's Most Beautiful issue.

December 2014: Wild released to critical acclaim

In December 2014, "Wild", produced by and starring Reese Witherspoon, was released to critical acclaim. She portrayed Cheryl Strayed on her 1,000-mile hike. Witherspoon earned an Academy Award nomination for her performance.

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