History of Rose Byrne in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 2, 2026

Rose Byrne is an Australian actress celebrated for her versatility in film, television, and stage productions. She has starred in a diverse range of projects including comedies, dramas, and horror films. Byrne's achievements include a Golden Globe Award, an Independent Spirit Award, three AACTA Awards, a Silver Bear and a Volpi Cup, along with nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two Actor Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2001: Ranked in FHM's Sexiest Women list

In 2001, Rose Byrne ranked 9th in Australian FHM's "Sexiest Women in the World".

2004: Featured in The Annual Independent Critics List

In 2004, Rose Byrne was featured in "The Annual Independent Critics List of the 100 Most Beautiful Famous Faces from Around the World", ranking 15th.

2005: Featured in The Annual Independent Critics List

In 2005, Rose Byrne was featured in "The Annual Independent Critics List of the 100 Most Beautiful Famous Faces from Around the World", ranking 3rd.

2006: Ranked in FHM's Sexiest Women list and jury member of Tropfest

In 2006, Rose Byrne ranked 16th in Australian FHM's "Sexiest Women in the World" and was a jury member of Tropfest.

2006: Jury member of Tropfest

In 2006, Rose Byrne was a jury member of Tropfest.

2007: Supported UNICEF Australia

In 2007, Rose Byrne supported UNICEF Australia as the face of the Designers United campaign.

2007: Featured in lists and supported UNICEF

In 2007, Rose Byrne was featured in "The Annual Independent Critics List" (ranked 5th), "Most Beautiful People" in Who Magazine, was a jury member of Tropfest@Tribeca and supported UNICEF Australia.

2008: Featured in lists

In 2008, Rose Byrne was featured in "The Annual Independent Critics List" (ranked 8th) and ranked 5th in Hallmark Channel's "TV's Sexiest Leading Woman" poll.

2009: Ranked #1 in The Annual Independent Critics List

In 2009, Rose Byrne was ranked #1 in "The Annual Independent Critics List of the 100 Most Beautiful Famous Faces from Around the World".

January 2010: End of relationship with Brendan Cowell

In January 2010, Rose Byrne's relationship with Brendan Cowell ended after over six years.

2010: Featured in The Annual Independent Critics List

In 2010, Rose Byrne was featured in "The Annual Independent Critics List of the 100 Most Beautiful Famous Faces from Around the World", ranking 15th.

2012: Relationship with Bobby Cannavale

In 2012, Rose Byrne started a relationship with Bobby Cannavale.

2012: Voted on Ask Men's list

In 2012, Rose Byrne was voted 78th on Ask Men's Top 99 'most desirable' woman list.

2013: Living in New York

In 2013, Rose Byrne lived in New York and expressed insecurity about a stable career.

December 2014: Release of Annie remake

In December 2014, a remake of the 1982 classic 'Annie' was released, featuring Rose Byrne as Grace Farrell.

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2014: Became the face of Oroton

In 2014, Rose Byrne became the face of Oroton, an Australian producer of luxury fashion accessories.

2015: Starring in Spy and The Meddler

In 2015, Rose Byrne starred in 'Spy' alongside Melissa McCarthy, Jude Law, and Jason Statham, and in 'The Meddler' with Susan Sarandon.

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2015: Starring in Spy

In 2015, Rose Byrne starred in 'Spy', where she gained recognition for her comedic talent.

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2015: Ranked in People's Best Dressed Celebrities list

In 2015, Rose Byrne was ranked 7th in People's "Best Dressed Celebrities" list.

February 2016: Birth of first son

In February 2016, Rose Byrne and Bobby Cannavale had their first son.

2016: Reprising roles in Neighbors 2 and X-Men: Apocalypse

In 2016, Rose Byrne reprised her roles in 'Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising' and 'X-Men: Apocalypse'.

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November 2017: Birth of second son

In November 2017, Rose Byrne and Bobby Cannavale had their second son.

2017: Filming I Love You, Daddy

In 2017, Rose Byrne filmed 'I Love You, Daddy', directed by Louis C.K., but it was later dropped by its distributor.

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2018: Roles in Peter Rabbit and Juliet, Naked

In 2018, Rose Byrne voiced Jemima Puddle-Duck and played Bea in 'Peter Rabbit' and appeared in 'Juliet, Naked'.

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2018: Recognition for comedic work

In 2018, Rose Byrne was noted for her comedic work, marking a conscious transition to less dramatic roles.

2019: Roles in I Am Mother and Jexi

In 2019, Rose Byrne appeared in 'I Am Mother', and voiced a virtual assistant in the movie 'Jexi'.

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2021: Reprising role in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway

In 2021, Rose Byrne reprised her role in the sequel 'Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway'.

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2025: Acclaim for If I Had Legs I'd Kick You

In 2025, Rose Byrne received acclaim and the Silver Bear for Best Leading Performance at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival for her role in 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You'.

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