Saoirse Ronan is an Irish-American actress known for her roles in historical films. She has earned numerous awards, such as a Golden Globe, and has been nominated for four Oscars and five BAFTAs. Her career is primarily defined by her work in period pieces, which began when she was young.
April 1994: Birth of Saoirse Ronan
Saoirse Ronan was born in April 1994 in the Bronx, New York City to Irish parents.
April 1994: Birth of Saoirse Ronan
Saoirse Ronan was born in April 1994 in the Bronx, New York City to Irish parents.
2003: Acting Debut
Saoirse Ronan began her acting career in 2003 with a role in the Irish medical drama series "The Clinic".
2003: Television Debut
Saoirse Ronan made her screen debut in 2003 on the Irish television series "The Clinic".
2005: Filming "I Could Never Be Your Woman"
In 2005, Saoirse Ronan filmed her first movie, "I Could Never Be Your Woman", a romantic comedy directed by Amy Heckerling.
2007: Casting and Filming of "Atonement"
At the age of 12, Saoirse Ronan was cast as Briony Tallis in Joe Wright's film adaptation of "Atonement" in 2007.
2007: Release of "Death Defying Acts"
Saoirse Ronan starred in the supernatural thriller "Death Defying Acts" in 2007, playing the daughter of Catherine Zeta-Jones's character.
2007: Breakthrough with "Atonement"
Saoirse Ronan's breakthrough role came in 2007 when she starred in the film "Atonement". Her performance earned her critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
2007: Release of "I Could Never Be Your Woman"
Saoirse Ronan's first film, "I Could Never Be Your Woman", was released in some international markets in 2007.
2008: Release of "City of Ember"
Saoirse Ronan starred as Lina Mayfleet in the fantasy film "City of Ember", which was released in 2008.
2008: US Release of "I Could Never Be Your Woman"
After facing financing difficulties, "I Could Never Be Your Woman" received a direct-to-video release in the United States in 2008.
2009: Release of "The Lovely Bones"
In 2009, Saoirse Ronan starred in Peter Jackson's film adaptation of "The Lovely Bones", portraying Susie Salmon, a young girl who watches over her family after her murder.
2009: "The Lovely Bones"
In 2009, Saoirse Ronan starred in the supernatural drama "The Lovely Bones", playing the role of a murdered girl seeking closure.
2009: Joining and Deleting Twitter
In late 2009, Saoirse Ronan joined Twitter due to her admiration for English comedian Stephen Fry, but she soon deleted her account, finding self-promotion uncomfortable.
2010: Release of "The Way Back"
Saoirse Ronan appeared in Peter Weir's war drama "The Way Back" in 2010, playing the supporting role of Irena, a Polish orphan.
2011: Promotion for Irish Film Institute's Archive Preservation Fund and Release of "Violet & Daisy"
In 2011, Saoirse Ronan participated in a promotional campaign for the Irish Film Institute's Archive Preservation Fund, where she was digitally inserted into classic Irish films. The same year, she starred alongside Alexis Bledel in the action film "Violet & Daisy," directed by Geoffrey S. Fletcher.
2011: "Hanna"
Saoirse Ronan portrayed a teenage assassin in the action film "Hanna" in 2011.
2012: Release of "Byzantium"
Saoirse Ronan starred in Neil Jordan's horror film "Byzantium" in 2012, portraying a complex and mature character alongside Gemma Arterton as vampire mother and daughter.
2013: Release of "The Host," "How I Live Now," and "Justin and the Knights of Valour"
Saoirse Ronan starred in three films in 2013: "The Host," a film adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's novel, "How I Live Now," a drama directed by Kevin Macdonald, and she provided the voice for a character in the animated film "Justin and the Knights of Valour."
2014: Release of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "Lost River"
Saoirse Ronan appeared in two contrasting films in 2014: Wes Anderson's critically acclaimed comedy "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and Ryan Gosling's directorial debut "Lost River," a surreal fantasy film.
2014: "The Grand Budapest Hotel"
Saoirse Ronan took on a supporting role in the critically acclaimed film "The Grand Budapest Hotel" in 2014.
2015: Support for LGBT Rights
In 2015, Saoirse Ronan voted in favor of gay marriage in the Irish constitutional referendums, showing her support for LGBT rights in Ireland.
2015: Release of "Stockholm, Pennsylvania" and "Brooklyn"
In 2015, Saoirse Ronan starred in the psychological thriller "Stockholm, Pennsylvania" and garnered critical acclaim for her leading role in the period drama "Brooklyn," directed by John Crowley and based on Colm Tóibín's novel.
2015: Critical Acclaim for "Brooklyn"
In 2015, Saoirse Ronan garnered critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her performance as an Irish immigrant in "Brooklyn".
2016: Activism and Music Video Feature
In 2016, Saoirse Ronan supported the anti-homelessness campaign Home Sweet Home by helping to take over a building in Dublin to house homeless families. She also appeared in Hozier's music video for 'Cherry Wine,' which focused on domestic violence.
2016: Forbes and Time Recognition
In 2016, Saoirse Ronan was featured in Forbes' 30 Under 30 lists and was also included in Time's Next Generation Leaders list.
2016: Broadway Debut in "The Crucible"
Saoirse Ronan made her Broadway debut in 2016, portraying Abigail Williams in a revival of Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible," directed by Ivo van Hove.
2017: Critical Acclaim for Lady Bird
In 2017, A. O. Scott of The New York Times described Saoirse Ronan as 'one of the most formidable actors in movies today' after reviewing her performance in Lady Bird.
2017: Hosting "Saturday Night Live," Music Video Appearance, and Release of "The Seagull"
In 2017, Saoirse Ronan hosted "Saturday Night Live," appeared in Ed Sheeran's "Galway Girl" music video, and starred in the film adaptation of Anton Chekhov's play "The Seagull."
2017: Golden Globe Award for Lady Bird
In 2017, Saoirse Ronan won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for her performance in Lady Bird. This achievement marked one of her four Golden Globe nominations.
2017: Release of "Loving Vincent," "On Chesil Beach," and "Lady Bird"
Saoirse Ronan had a busy year in 2017, voicing a character in the animated film "Loving Vincent," starring in the romantic drama "On Chesil Beach," and delivering a critically acclaimed performance as the lead in Greta Gerwig's coming-of-age film "Lady Bird."
2017: "Lady Bird" and Golden Globe Win
Saoirse Ronan starred in Greta Gerwig's coming-of-age film "Lady Bird" in 2017, for which she won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress.
February 2018: Comments on Social Media
In February 2018, Saoirse Ronan explained in an interview her decision to avoid social media, finding it too stressful and unsuitable for her profession as an actor.
2018: Maxim's Hot 100 and Acting Recognition
In 2018, Saoirse Ronan was featured in Maxim's Hot 100 list and was named among the best American actors under 30 by IndieWire. She was also ranked as one of the best-dressed women by Net-a-Porter and became the face of Calvin Klein's 'Women' fragrance campaign along with Lupita Nyong'o.
2018: Purchase of Home in Greystones
In 2018, Saoirse Ronan bought a home in Greystones, County Wicklow. This marked a significant personal milestone as she began living independently from her parents.
2019: Sale of Greystones Home
In late 2019, Saoirse Ronan sold her home in Greystones, County Wicklow, which she had purchased the previous year.
2019: Release of "Little Women"
Saoirse Ronan starred as Jo March in Greta Gerwig's critically acclaimed adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's novel "Little Women," released in 2019, which became her highest-grossing film.
2019: "Little Women"
Saoirse Ronan took on the role of Jo March in Greta Gerwig's adaptation of "Little Women" in 2019.
2020: Portrayal in Ammonite
In 2020, Saoirse Ronan played the role of geologist Charlotte Murchison in Francis Lee's drama Ammonite, opposite Kate Winslet. The film explores a romantic relationship between two women in the 1840s. Ronan and Winslet choreographed their own intimate scenes, and Ronan's performance was praised by critics, with Steve Pond of TheWrap noting it as her most mature performance to date.
2020: Sustainable Fashion at the Oscars
In 2020, Saoirse Ronan supported sustainable fashion by wearing an Oscars dress made from surplus fabric of the dress she wore to the BAFTAs.
2020: Recognition by The New York Times
In 2020, The New York Times ranked Saoirse Ronan tenth on its list of the greatest actors of the 21st century. The same year, The Irish Times placed her sixth on its list of Ireland's greatest film actors of all time.
2020: Purchase of House in West Cork
In late 2020, Saoirse Ronan bought a house in West Cork, indicating another significant move in her personal life.
2022: Role in See How They Run
In 2022, Saoirse Ronan starred alongside Sam Rockwell in the comedy mystery film See How They Run, set in 1950s London. Her performance was noted for its comedic elements, with Calum Russell of Far Out expressing satisfaction with her against-type acting.
July 2023: Engagement Speculation with Jack Lowden
In July 2023, speculation about Saoirse Ronan's engagement to Scottish actor Jack Lowden arose following a suggestive Instagram post by Lowden. The two have been in a relationship since 2018.
2023: Lead Role in Foe
In 2023, Saoirse Ronan starred opposite Paul Mescal in a film adaptation of the science fiction novel Foe, directed by Garth Davis. Despite her efforts, the film received poor critical reviews and was considered one of her most poorly received films in recent years.
2024: Production and Role in The Outrun
In 2024, Saoirse Ronan, along with her boyfriend Jack Lowden and producer Dominic Norris, formed Arcade Pictures and produced The Outrun, a film adaptation of Amy Liptrot's memoir. Ronan starred as Rona, grappling with alcoholism, a role she found personally challenging due to her experiences with addiction in those close to her. After the film's premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, Ronan and Lowden stepped down from Arcade Pictures.