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. Notably, her films have generated over $15.4 billion globally, establishing her as the highest-grossing lead actress in film history. Her achievements include a British Academy Film Award and a Tony Award, along with nominations for two Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards, highlighting her significant contributions to the entertainment industry.

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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: Appearance in Eight Legged Freaks and Rejection from NYU

In 2002, Scarlett Johansson appeared in the horror comedy "Eight Legged Freaks". After graduating from Professional Children's School, she applied to New York University's Tisch School of the Arts but was rejected.

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2004: Campaigning for John Kerry

In 2004, Scarlett Johansson campaigned for Democratic candidate John Kerry in the United States presidential election. She expressed disappointment when George W. Bush was re-elected.

January 2008: Campaigning for Barack Obama

In January 2008, Scarlett Johansson campaigned for Democratic candidate Barack Obama, including appearances in Iowa targeted at younger voters, an appearance at Cornell College, and a speaking engagement at Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota, on Super Tuesday.

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 and Ryan Reynolds married in a wilderness retreat on Vancouver Island.

2008: Registered as an Independent

At least through 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's Re-election

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

September 2012: Address at Democratic National Convention

In September 2012, Scarlett Johansson addressed voters at the Democratic National Convention, calling for Barack Obama's re-election and for more engagement from young voters. She also encouraged women to vote for Obama.

2014: Birth of Daughter Rose and Marriage to Romain Dauriac

In 2014, Scarlett Johansson gave birth to her daughter, Rose, and married Romain Dauriac in October in Philipsburg, Montana.

2016: Separation from Romain Dauriac

In mid-2016, Scarlett Johansson and Romain Dauriac separated.

March 2017: Filing for Divorce from Romain Dauriac

In March 2017, Scarlett Johansson filed for divorce from Romain Dauriac, citing that their marriage was "irretrievably broken."

September 2017: Divorce from Romain Dauriac Finalized

In September 2017, Scarlett Johansson's divorce from Romain Dauriac was finalized.

2017: Discovery of Family History on Finding Your Roots

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