Childhood and Education Journey of Sandra Bullock in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Sandra Bullock. From birth to education, explore key events.

Sandra Bullock is a highly acclaimed American actress and film producer known for her versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. She was the highest-paid actress in both 2010 and 2014 and has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe. Her influence extends beyond acting, as she was recognized as one of Time's 100 most influential people in the world in 2010, solidifying her status as a major figure in the entertainment industry.

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

1925: Birth of Sandra Bullock's father

In 1925, John Wilson Bullock, Sandra Bullock's father, was born.

1942: Birth of Sandra Bullock's mother

In 1942, Helga Mathilde (née Meyer), Sandra Bullock's mother, was born.

July 26, 1964: Sandra Bullock's Birth

On July 26, 1964, Sandra Annette Bullock was born. She is an American actress and film producer.

1982: Graduation from Washington-Lee High School

In 1982, Sandra Bullock graduated from Washington-Lee High School.

1987: Received BFA in Drama

In 1987, Sandra Bullock received a BFA in Drama from East Carolina University.

December 20, 2000: Private Jet Crash

On December 20, 2000, Sandra Bullock was involved in a private jet crash on a runway. She and the two crew members escaped uninjured. Pilot error and blizzard conditions were responsible.

2002: Stalking by Thomas James Weldon begins

In 2002, Sandra Bullock was stalked across several states by Thomas James Weldon.

2003: Restraining order obtained against Thomas James Weldon

In 2003, Sandra Bullock obtained a restraining order against Thomas James Weldon due to his stalking.

October 2004: Multimillion-Dollar Judgment Against Builder

In October 2004, Sandra Bullock won a multimillion-dollar judgment against Benny Daneshjou, the builder of her Lake Austin, Texas, home, due to the house being deemed uninhabitable.

July 16, 2005: Marriage to Jesse James

On July 16, 2005, Sandra Bullock married motorcycle builder and Monster Garage host Jesse James.

2005: Our Brand Is Crisis Documentary

In 2005, Rachel Boynton released the documentary film 'Our Brand Is Crisis', which later became the basis for the 2015 drama starring Sandra Bullock.

November 2006: Bess Bistro Founded

In November 2006, Sandra Bullock founded Bess Bistro, a restaurant in Austin, Texas.

2006: Restraining order against Thomas James Weldon renewed

In 2006, Sandra Bullock's restraining order against her stalker, Thomas James Weldon, was renewed.

April 22, 2007: Marcia Diana Valentine Incident

On April 22, 2007, Marcia Diana Valentine, an obsessed fan, was found outside James and Bullock's home, attempted to run James over, and was subsequently charged with aggravated assault and stalking. Bullock obtained a restraining order against Valentine.

April 18, 2008: Vehicle Accident

On April 18, 2008, while shooting 'The Proposal' in Massachusetts, Sandra Bullock and her then-husband Jesse James were involved in a vehicle accident caused by a drunk driver, but were uninjured.

November 2009: Custody Battle with Janine Lindemulder

In November 2009, Sandra Bullock and Jesse James entered into a custody battle with James' second ex-wife, Janine Lindemulder. Ultimately, Bullock and James won full legal custody of James' daughter.

2009: Applied for German Citizenship

In 2009, while maintaining her American citizenship, Sandra Bullock applied for German citizenship.

January 2010: Adoption of Son

In January 2010, Sandra Bullock adopted a son born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He began living with her and Jesse James, but they kept the news private until after the Oscars ceremony. Following her divorce, Bullock continued the adoption as a single parent.

March 2010: Infidelity Scandal Arises

In March 2010, a scandal arose when several women claimed to have had affairs with Jesse James during his marriage to Sandra Bullock. Bullock canceled European promotional appearances for 'The Blind Side'.

March 18, 2010: Jesse James' Public Apology

On March 18, 2010, Jesse James issued a public apology to Sandra Bullock in response to rumors of infidelity.

March 30, 2010: Jesse James Enters Rehabilitation

On March 30, 2010, Jesse James checked into a rehabilitation facility to "deal with personal issues" and save his relationship with Sandra Bullock.

April 23, 2010: Divorce Filing

On April 23, 2010, Sandra Bullock filed for divorce from Jesse James in Austin, Texas.

June 28, 2010: Divorce Finalized

On June 28, 2010, Sandra Bullock's divorce from Jesse James was finalized, citing "conflict of personalities" as the reason.

2010: Highest-Paid Actress and Career Decisions

In 2010, Sandra Bullock was the world's highest-paid actress and was being considered for numerous leading roles, but chose to focus on her personal life and become more selective about her projects.

June 2014: Joshua James Corbett breaks into Bullock's home

In June 2014, Joshua James Corbett broke into Sandra Bullock's Los Angeles home. Bullock locked herself in a room and called 911.

September 20, 2015: Bess Bistro Closed

On September 20, 2015, Sandra Bullock's restaurant, Bess Bistro, located in Austin, Texas, closed after almost nine years in business.

December 2015: Adoption of Second Child

In December 2015, Sandra Bullock announced that she had adopted a second child and appeared on the cover of People magazine with her then three-year-old new daughter.

2015: Relationship with Bryan Randall

In mid-2015, Sandra Bullock began a relationship with photographer Bryan Randall.

2017: Joshua James Corbett sentenced for stalking

In 2017, Joshua James Corbett pleaded no contest and was sentenced to five years' probation for stalking Sandra Bullock and breaking into her residence, and was subject to a ten-year protective order.

May 2, 2018: Joshua James Corbett commits suicide during standoff

On May 2, 2018, after missing a court date, police went to Joshua James Corbett's residence to arrest him. Following a five-hour standoff, Corbett committed suicide, with his death being attributed to multiple incised wounds.