Childhood and Education Journey of Scarlett Johansson in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Scarlett Johansson. A timeline of key moments.

Scarlett Johansson is a highly successful American actress and singer, recognized as the world's highest-paid actress in both 2018 and 2019. She has consistently been featured on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list and was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2021 and 2025. Johansson holds the distinction of being the highest-grossing box office actress and second-highest-grossing film star of all time, with her films grossing over $14.5 billion worldwide. Her accomplishments have earned her numerous awards, including a British Academy Film Award and a Tony Award, alongside nominations for two Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

November 22, 1984: Scarlett Johansson's Birth

On November 22, 1984, Scarlett Ingrid Johansson was born in Manhattan, New York City.

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2002: Role in Eight Legged Freaks and NYU Rejection

In 2002, Scarlett Johansson appeared in Eight Legged Freaks and, after graduating, was rejected from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.

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January 2008: Campaigning for Barack Obama

In January 2008, Scarlett Johansson campaigned for Democratic candidate Barack Obama in Iowa and at colleges.

May 2008: Engagement to Ryan Reynolds

In May 2008, Scarlett Johansson became engaged to Ryan Reynolds.

September 2008: Marriage to Ryan Reynolds

In September 2008, Scarlett Johansson married Ryan Reynolds in a wilderness retreat on Vancouver Island.

2008: Registered as Independent

In 2008, Scarlett Johansson was registered as an independent.

December 2010: Separation from Ryan Reynolds

In December 2010, Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds separated.

July 2011: Divorce from Ryan Reynolds

In July 2011, Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds divorced.

February 2012: Fashion Launch for Obama Campaign

In February 2012, Scarlett Johansson and Anna Wintour hosted a fashion launch of clothing and accessories to benefit Barack Obama's re-election campaign.

September 2012: Speech at Democratic National Convention

In September 2012, Scarlett Johansson addressed voters at the Democratic National Convention, advocating for Barack Obama's re-election and urging young voters to engage, while also criticizing Mitt Romney's stance on Planned Parenthood.

November 2012: Dating Romain Dauriac

In November 2012, Scarlett Johansson began dating Frenchman Romain Dauriac, the owner of an advertising agency.

2013: Supporting Scott Stringer

In 2013, Scarlett Johansson supported Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer's run for New York City Comptroller by hosting a series of fundraisers.

2016: Endorsement of Hillary Clinton

In 2016, Scarlett Johansson endorsed Hillary Clinton in the presidential election and appeared in a commercial alongside Robert Downey Jr. and Joss Whedon to encourage people to vote.

March 2017: Filing for Divorce from Romain Dauriac

In March 2017, Scarlett Johansson filed for divorce from Romain Dauriac, citing irreconcilable differences.

May 2017: Dating Colin Jost

In May 2017, Scarlett Johansson began dating Colin Jost, who was the co-head writer and Weekend Update co-host of Saturday Night Live.

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September 2017: Finalization of Divorce from Romain Dauriac

In September 2017, the divorce between Scarlett Johansson and Romain Dauriac was finalized.

2017: Speech at the Women's March on Washington

In 2017, Scarlett Johansson spoke at the Women's March on Washington, addressing Donald Trump's presidency and stating her willingness to support him if he supports women's rights.

2017: Finding Your Roots

On a 2017 episode of PBS's Finding Your Roots, Scarlett Johansson discovered that her maternal great-grandfather's brother and extended family died during the Holocaust in the Warsaw Ghetto.

January 2018: Participation in the Women's March

In January 2018, Scarlett Johansson participated in the Women's March in Los Angeles, speaking on abuses of power and sharing her own experience. She also received backlash for calling out James Franco.

May 2019: Engagement to Colin Jost

In May 2019, Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost became engaged.

October 2020: Marriage to Colin Jost

In October 2020, Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost married at their home in New York.

December 2020: Advocating for Release of Egyptian Civil Rights Activists

In December 2020, Scarlett Johansson advocated for the release of three members of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, an Egyptian civil rights organization, leading to their release from prison in Egypt.