History of Sarah Paulson in Timeline
Sarah Paulson is a highly acclaimed American actress recognized for her work in television and film. She has received prestigious awards such as a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Tony Award, highlighting her versatility and talent. In 2017, Time magazine acknowledged her significant influence by naming her one of the 100 most influential people globally, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
December 17, 1974: Sarah Paulson's Birth
On December 17, 1974, Sarah Catharine Paulson was born. She is known as an accomplished American actress.
1982: Portrayal of Meredith Grey's Mother
Sarah Paulson was cast as the circa 1982 mother of main character Meredith Grey on Grey's Anatomy.
1994: Broadway Debut
In 1994, Sarah Paulson made her Broadway debut as a replacement understudy in The Sisters Rosensweig, also appearing in Talking Pictures and an episode of Law & Order.
1995: Appearance in 'Friends at Last' and 'American Gothic'
In 1995, Sarah Paulson appeared in the Hallmark television film Friends at Last and starred in the television series American Gothic.
1995: Debut in 'American Gothic'
In 1995, Sarah Paulson began her acting career with a starring role in the television series American Gothic.
1996: 'American Gothic' Continues
In 1996, Sarah Paulson continued her role in the television series American Gothic.
1996: Starred in American Gothic
In 1996, Sarah Paulson starred in American Gothic.
1997: Feature Film Debut in 'Levitation'
In 1997, Sarah Paulson made her feature film debut in the independent thriller film Levitation.
1998: Return to Stage in 'Killer Joe'
In 1998, Sarah Paulson returned to the stage, acting in the Off-Broadway production of Killer Joe.
1998: 'Cupid' Remake
Sarah Paulson was cast in the remake of the 1998 series Cupid.
1999: Role in 'Jack & Jill' and 'The Other Sister'
In 1999, Sarah Paulson played Elisa Cronkite in The WB comedy-drama series Jack & Jill and was cast in the drama The Other Sister.
1999: Starred in Jack & Jill
In 1999, Sarah Paulson starred in Jack & Jill.
2000: Appearance in What Women Want
In 2000, Sarah Paulson appeared in the film What Women Want.
2000: Supporting Role in 'What Women Want'
In 2000, Sarah Paulson had a small supporting role in the romantic comedy What Women Want.
2001: 'Jack & Jill' Concludes
In 2001, Sarah Paulson concluded her role in the television series Jack & Jill.
2001: Starred in Jack & Jill
In 2001, Sarah Paulson starred in Jack & Jill.
2003: Appearance in Down with Love
In 2003, Sarah Paulson appeared in the film Down with Love.
2003: Supporting Role in 'Down with Love'
In 2003, Sarah Paulson had a supporting role in Down with Love.
2004: Relationship with Cherry Jones
In 2004, Sarah Paulson began dating actress Cherry Jones.
2004: Supporting Role in 'The D.A.'
In 2004, Sarah Paulson had a supporting role in the ABC series The D.A.
2004: Focal Character in 'Nip/Tuck' Episode
In 2004, Sarah Paulson was a focal character in an episode of the FX series Nip/Tuck.
2005: Broadway Debut in 'The Glass Menagerie'
In 2005, Sarah Paulson acted in The Glass Menagerie on Broadway.
2005: Appearances in Serenity and The Notorious Bettie Page
In 2005, Sarah Paulson appeared in the films Serenity and The Notorious Bettie Page.
2005: Appeared on Broadway in The Glass Menagerie
In 2005, Sarah Paulson appeared on Broadway in the play The Glass Menagerie.
2005: Recurring Role in 'Deadwood'
In 2005, Sarah Paulson had a minor recurring role in the HBO series Deadwood.
2006: Starring in 'Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip'
In 2006, Sarah Paulson played Harriet Hayes in the NBC series Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.
2007: 'Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip' Concludes
In 2007, Sarah Paulson concluded her role in the NBC series Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.
2007: Starred in Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip
In 2007, Sarah Paulson starred in Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.
December 2008: Appearance in 'The Spirit'
In December 2008, Sarah Paulson appeared in the screen adaptation of Will Eisner's comic book The Spirit.
2008: Appearance in The Spirit
In 2008, Sarah Paulson appeared in the film The Spirit.
2008: Appeared in Crimes of the Heart Off-Broadway
In 2008, Sarah Paulson appeared in the off-Broadway play Crimes of the Heart.
2008: Casted in 'Cupid' Pilot
In 2008, Sarah Paulson was cast in the ABC pilot Cupid.
March 2009: Debut of 'Cupid' Remake
In March 2009, the Cupid remake starring Sarah Paulson debuted on ABC.
May 19, 2009: Cancellation of 'Cupid'
On May 19, 2009, Cupid was cancelled after six episodes.
2009: End of Relationship with Cherry Jones
In 2009, Sarah Paulson and Cherry Jones ended their relationship.
February 2010: Cast in 'Grey's Anatomy'
In February 2010, Sarah Paulson was cast as the mother of Meredith Grey in a flashback sequence on Grey's Anatomy.
2010: Acting in 'Collected Stories' on Broadway
In 2010, Sarah Paulson acted in Collected Stories on Broadway.
2010: Appeared on Broadway in Collected Stories
In 2010, Sarah Paulson appeared on Broadway in the play Collected Stories.
2010: Starred in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
In 2010, Sarah Paulson starred in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
2010: Starring in 'Collected Stories'
In 2010, Sarah Paulson starred in the Donald Margulies play Collected Stories on Broadway and filmed the independent drama Martha Marcy May Marlene.
2011: Appearances in Martha Marcy May Marlene and New Year's Eve
In 2011, Sarah Paulson appeared in the films Martha Marcy May Marlene and New Year's Eve.
2011: Collaboration with Ryan Murphy Begins
In 2011, Sarah Paulson began her collaborations with Ryan Murphy by starring in the anthology series American Horror Story.
2011: Guest Starring in 'American Horror Story'
In 2011, Sarah Paulson guest-starred in three episodes of the FX anthology series American Horror Story.
2011: Supporting Role in 'Martha Marcy May Marlene'
In 2011, Sarah Paulson played a supporting role in Martha Marcy May Marlene.
2012: Appearances in Mud and Game Change
In 2012, Sarah Paulson appeared in the films Mud and Game Change.
2012: Supporting Role in 'Mud'
In 2012, Sarah Paulson had a supporting role in Mud.
2012: Role in 'Game Change'
In 2012, Sarah Paulson played Nicolle Wallace in the HBO film Game Change, earning Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.
2012: Emmy Nomination for 'Game Change'
In 2012, Sarah Paulson received an Emmy nomination for her role as Nicolle Wallace in the HBO television film Game Change.
2012: Starring in 'American Horror Story: Asylum' and 'Mud'
In 2012, Sarah Paulson starred in the second season of American Horror Story: Asylum, and played a supporting role in the film Mud.
March 2013: Return to Theater in 'Talley's Folly'
In March 2013, Sarah Paulson returned to theater, appearing in an Off-Broadway production of Talley's Folly.
2013: Appearance in 12 Years a Slave
In 2013, Sarah Paulson appeared in the film 12 Years a Slave.
2013: Appeared in Talley's Folly Off-Broadway
In 2013, Sarah Paulson appeared in the off-Broadway play Talley's Folly.
2013: Supporting Role in '12 Years a Slave'
In 2013, Sarah Paulson played a supporting role in 12 Years a Slave.
2014: Appearance in 'American Horror Story: Freak Show'
In 2014, Sarah Paulson appeared in the fourth season of American Horror Story, titled Freak Show, playing the roles of conjoined twin sisters Bette and Dot Tattler.
2015: Role in 'Carol'
During this time, in 2015 Sarah Paulson also took on the role of Abby Gerhard in the Todd Haynes-directed romantic drama Carol.
2015: Relationship with Holland Taylor
Since early 2015, Sarah Paulson has been in a relationship with actress Holland Taylor.
February 2016: Starring in 'American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson'
Beginning in February 2016, Sarah Paulson starred in the first season of the true crime anthology series American Crime Story, portraying prosecutor Marcia Clark, and receiving critical acclaim and numerous awards.
June 2016: Tribute to Orlando Shooting Victims
In June 2016, Sarah Paulson participated in a video tribute to the victims of the Orlando nightclub shooting.
2016: Appearance in Blue Jay
In 2016, Sarah Paulson appeared in the film Blue Jay.
2016: Starred in American Crime Story
In 2016, Sarah Paulson starred in American Crime Story.
2016: Emmy Win for 'The People v. O.J. Simpson'
In 2016, Sarah Paulson won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for her portrayal of Marcia Clark in The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story.
2016: Character Modelled After Paulson in Criminal Case
In 2016, the French hidden object game Criminal Case modeled the character Mary Patrick after Sarah Paulson.
September 2017: Paulson to Star in Ratched
In September 2017, it was announced that Sarah Paulson would star as a younger version of Nurse Mildred Ratched in the Netflix drama series Ratched.
2017: Appearance in The Post
In 2017, Sarah Paulson appeared in the film The Post.
2017: Supporting Role in 'The Post'
In 2017, Sarah Paulson played a supporting role in The Post.
2017: Roles in 'American Horror Story: Cult' and 'Feud'
In 2017, Sarah Paulson starred in the seventh season of American Horror Story, titled Cult, and in one episode of the drama anthology series Feud.
2017: Invited to Join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
In 2017, Sarah Paulson was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
2017: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2017, Sarah Paulson was recognized by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world, marking a significant point in her career.
September 12, 2018: Premiere of 'American Horror Story: Apocalypse'
On September 12, 2018, Sarah Paulson returned for the eighth season of American Horror Story, titled Apocalypse, reprising multiple roles and directing an episode.
2018: Appearances in Ocean's 8 and Bird Box
In 2018, Sarah Paulson appeared in the films Ocean's 8 and Bird Box.
2018: Supporting Roles in 'Ocean's 8' and 'Bird Box'
In 2018, Sarah Paulson played supporting roles in Ocean's 8 and Bird Box.
2018: Paulson Ranked Among Best Dressed Women
In 2018, Sarah Paulson was ranked as one of the best-dressed women by fashion website Net-a-Porter.
2019: Appearances in Glass and Abominable
In 2019, Sarah Paulson appeared in the films Glass and Abominable.
2019: Leading Role in 'Glass'
In 2019, Sarah Paulson had a leading role in the film Glass.
2019: Roles in 'Glass', 'The Goldfinch', and 'Abominable'
In 2019, Sarah Paulson starred as Dr. Ellie Staple in the superhero thriller film Glass, Xandra in the drama film The Goldfinch, and Dr. Zara in the animated adventure film Abominable.
September 2020: Premiere of 'Coastal Elites'
In September 2020, Sarah Paulson starred as Clarissa Montgomery in the HBO satirical comedy television film Coastal Elites.
September 18, 2020: Ratched Released on Netflix
On September 18, 2020, the first season of Ratched, starring Sarah Paulson, was released on Netflix.
November 2020: Paulson Stars in Run
In November 2020, Sarah Paulson starred in the psychological thriller film Run, which later became Hulu's most-watched original film.
2020: Roles in 'Mrs. America' and 'Ratched'
In 2020, Sarah Paulson played a conservative activist in the FX on Hulu limited series Mrs. America and Nurse Ratched in the Netflix series Ratched.
2021: Paulson Portrays Linda Tripp and Returns to American Horror Story
In 2021, Sarah Paulson portrayed Linda Tripp in American Crime Story: Impeachment and returned to American Horror Story for its tenth season, playing Tuberculosis Karen and Mamie Eisenhower.
2021: Starred in American Horror Story and American Crime Story
In 2021, Sarah Paulson starred in American Horror Story and American Crime Story.
2021: Final Season of 'American Horror Story'
In 2021, Sarah Paulson starred in her ninth and final season of American Horror Story.
2021: Emmy Nomination for 'Impeachment: American Crime Story'
In 2021, Sarah Paulson was Emmy-nominated for her role as Linda Tripp in the FX on Hulu miniseries Impeachment: American Crime Story.
February 2022: Paulson to Portray Glennon Doyle
In February 2022, it was announced that Sarah Paulson would portray author Glennon Doyle in a television series based on Doyle's memoir, Untamed.
2023: Appeared on Broadway in Appropriate
In 2023, Sarah Paulson appeared on Broadway in the play Appropriate.
2023: Tony Award for 'Appropriate'
In 2023, Sarah Paulson earned the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for her performance in Appropriate.
2023: Guest role in The Bear and Return to Broadway
In 2023, Sarah Paulson guest-starred in The Bear and returned to Broadway in Appropriate, winning a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play.
