History of Scarlett Johansson in Timeline

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Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson is a highly successful American actress, known for her leading roles in films that have collectively grossed over $15.4 billion globally, making her one of the highest-grossing actors of all time. Her accolades include a British Academy Film Award and a Tony Award. She has also received nominations for two Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards, solidifying her position as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

1946: Reference to Humphrey Bogart in The Big Sleep

Sofia Coppola based the story for 'Lost in Translation' on the relationship between Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart in the movie 'The Big Sleep' released in 1946.

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1960: Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho Filmed

Alfred Hitchcock's film Psycho was filmed in 1960, a film for which Scarlett Johansson portrayed actress Janet Leigh in 2012 in Sacha Gervasi's Hitchcock.

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1967: Disney's The Jungle Book Animated Film

In 1967, Disney released The Jungle Book animated film, a movie for which Scarlett Johansson voiced Kaa in the 2016 live-action adaptation.

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November 22, 1984: Scarlett Johansson Born

On November 22, 1984, Scarlett Ingrid Johansson was born in Manhattan, New York City. She is the daughter of Karsten Olaf Johansson, an architect from Copenhagen, and Melanie Sloan, a producer from a Jewish family.

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1988: Maggie Smith's Oscar Snub

In 1988, Maggie Smith was the last Best Actress winner to not receive a nomination for the corresponding Oscar that year, a feat later matched by Johansson in 2003.

1994: Film Debut in 'North'

In 1994, Scarlett Johansson made her film debut as John Ritter's daughter in the fantasy comedy 'North'.

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1995: Source Material for 'The Horse Whisperer' Novel

In 1995, Nicholas Evans' novel 'The Horse Whisperer', which later became a movie, was published. Scarlett Johansson starred in the film adaptation.

The Horse Whisperer: A Novel
The Horse Whisperer: A Novel

1995: Minor Role in 'Just Cause'

In 1995, Scarlett Johansson played a minor role as the daughter of Sean Connery's and Kate Capshaw's characters in the mystery thriller 'Just Cause'.

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1996: Roles in 'Manny & Lo' and 'If Lucy Fell'

In 1996, Scarlett Johansson gained early recognition for her role in 'Manny & Lo'. She also played a role in the film 'If Lucy Fell' in the same year.

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1996: First Leading Role in 'Manny & Lo'

In 1996, Scarlett Johansson landed her first leading role as Amanda in 'Manny & Lo', a film about a pregnant teenager who runs away from her foster home. Her performance received positive reviews and earned her a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Lead Female.

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1997: Minor Roles in 'Fall' and 'Home Alone 3'

In 1997, Scarlett Johansson appeared in minor roles in the movies 'Fall' and 'Home Alone 3'.

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1998: Attracts Wider Attention in 'The Horse Whisperer'

In 1998, Scarlett Johansson attracted wider attention for her performance in 'The Horse Whisperer', co-starring Robert Redford. She received an "introducing" credit and was nominated for the Chicago Film Critics Association Award for Most Promising Actress.

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1998: Role in 'The Horse Whisperer'

In 1998, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'The Horse Whisperer', receiving wider attention for her performance as an injured teenager. The film is based on the novel by Nicholas Evans.

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1999: Appearance in 'My Brother the Pig'

In 1999, Scarlett Johansson appeared in the film 'My Brother the Pig'.

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2001: Dated Jack Antonoff

From 2001 to 2002, Scarlett Johansson dated classmate Jack Antonoff while attending the Professional Children's School.

2001: Breakthrough Role in 'Ghost World'

In 2001, Scarlett Johansson had her breakthrough role in Terry Zwigoff's 'Ghost World', an adaptation of Daniel Clowes' graphic novel. She won a Toronto Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance.

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2001: Role in 'Ghost World'

In 2001, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'Ghost World', playing a cynical outcast in the black comedy, which is based on Daniel Clowes' graphic novel.

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2002: Dated Jack Antonoff

From 2001 to 2002, Scarlett Johansson dated classmate Jack Antonoff while attending the Professional Children's School.

2002: Role in 'Eight Legged Freaks' and NYU Rejection

In 2002, Scarlett Johansson appeared in the horror comedy 'Eight Legged Freaks'. After graduating from Professional Children's School, she was rejected from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and decided to focus on her film career.

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2003: Academy Award and BAFTA Nominations

In 2003, Johansson received two nominations at the Academy Awards and two nominations at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) for her work in Lost in Translation and Girl with a Pearl Earring, winning for the former at BAFTA.

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2003: Role in 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' and Awards

In 2003, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' as Griet, a young servant. She was also nominated for the BAFTA Award and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress for both this film and 'Lost in Translation', winning the BAFTA for 'Lost in Translation'.

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2003: Transition to Adult Roles with 'Lost in Translation' and 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'

In 2003, Scarlett Johansson transitioned from teen to adult roles with two films: 'Lost in Translation' and 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'. She played Charlotte in 'Lost in Translation', directed by Sofia Coppola.

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2003: Adult Roles in 'Lost in Translation' and 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'

In 2003, Scarlett Johansson transitioned to adult roles with 'Lost in Translation' and 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'. She won the BAFTA Award for Best Actress for 'Lost in Translation'.

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June 2004: Invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

In June 2004, Scarlett Johansson was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

2004: Roles in Multiple Films and Golden Globe Nomination

In 2004, Scarlett Johansson had five film releases, including 'The Perfect Score', 'A Love Song for Bobby Long', and 'A Good Woman'. She received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress in a Drama for 'A Love Song for Bobby Long'.

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2004: Golden Globe Nomination for A Love Song for Bobby Long

In 2004, Scarlett Johansson received a Golden Globe Award nomination for her work in A Love Song for Bobby Long.

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2004: Roles in 'A Love Song for Bobby Long'

In 2004, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'A Love Song for Bobby Long', based on the novel 'Off Magazine Street' by Ronald Everett Capps. She earned a Golden Globe nomination for her role.

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2004: Voice Role in 'The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie' and 'In Good Company'

In 2004, Scarlett Johansson voiced Princess Mindy in 'The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie' and starred in 'In Good Company'.

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2004: Campained for John Kerry

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

2005: Global Ambassador for Oxfam

In 2005, Johansson became a global ambassador for the aid and development agency Oxfam.

2005: Golden Globe Nomination for Match Point

In 2005, Scarlett Johansson received a Golden Globe Award nomination for her work in Match Point.

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2005: Role in Woody Allen's 'Match Point' and 'The Island'

In 2005, Scarlett Johansson starred in Woody Allen's drama 'Match Point' and Michael Bay's science fiction film 'The Island'. She received nominations for the Golden Globe and the Chicago Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Match Point'.

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2005: Role in 'Match Point'

In 2005, Scarlett Johansson starred in Woody Allen's drama 'Match Point' as Nola, an aspiring actress, marking her first collaboration with the director.

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2005: Premiere of Match Point at Cannes Film Festival

Match Point premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2005, marking Scarlett Johansson's first film to premiere at the festival.

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2005: Inclusion in FHM listings

Scarlett Johansson has been included in FHM listings since 2005, ranking highly in various beauty listings.

March 2006: Vanity Fair Cover

Johansson posed nude for the March 2006 cover of Vanity Fair alongside Keira Knightley and fully clothed fashion designer Tom Ford. The photograph sparked controversy over women's sexuality.

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2006: Break-up with Josh Hartnett

Around the end of 2006, Johansson and her Black Dahlia co-star Josh Hartnett ended their approximately two-year relationship. According to Hartnett, their busy work schedules kept them apart.

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2006: Roles in 'The Prestige' and 'Scoop'

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson appeared in 'The Prestige' and Woody Allen's 'Scoop'.

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2006: Appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list, recognizing her prominence in the entertainment industry.

2006: Singing Summertime

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson sang the track "Summertime" for Unexpected Dreams – Songs from the Stars, a non-profit collection of songs recorded by Hollywood actors.

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2006: Starred in Short Film and Mystery Thriller

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson starred in the short film When the Deal Goes Down to accompany Bob Dylan's song, and she had a supporting role in Christopher Nolan's The Prestige, where she played an assistant and lover of Hugh Jackman's character.

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2006: Films Explored the World of Stage Magicians

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson starred in two films, Scoop and The Black Dahlia. In Scoop, she played a journalism student opposite Hugh Jackman and Woody Allen. In The Black Dahlia, a film noir, she worked with director Brian De Palma.

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2006: Named "Sexiest Woman Alive" by Esquire

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson was named "Sexiest Woman Alive" by Esquire, a recognition she would receive again in 2013.

April 2007: Began dating Ryan Reynolds

In April 2007, Scarlett Johansson began dating Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds.

April 2007: Performance with The Jesus and Mary Chain

In April 2007, Scarlett Johansson performed with the Jesus and Mary Chain for a Coachella reunion show in Indio, California.

2007: Participated in ONE Campaign

In 2007, Johansson took part in the anti-poverty campaign ONE, organized by U2's lead singer Bono.

2007: Starred in The Nanny Diaries

In 2007, Scarlett Johansson starred in The Nanny Diaries, playing a college graduate working as a nanny.

2007: Featured in Playboy listings

In 2007, Scarlett Johansson was featured in Playboy's beauty listings, contributing to her image as a sex symbol.

January 2008: Campaign for Barack Obama

In January 2008, Johansson campaigned for Democratic candidate Barack Obama. Her activities included appearances in Iowa targeted at younger voters, an appearance at Cornell College, and a speaking engagement at Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota.

March 2008: eBay Auction for Oxfam

In March 2008, a UK-based bidder paid £20,000 on an eBay auction to benefit Oxfam, winning a hair and makeup treatment, tickets, and a chauffeured trip to accompany Johansson on a date to the world premiere of He's Just Not That into You.

May 2008: Engaged to Ryan Reynolds

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

May 2008: Release of Debut Album

In May 2008, Scarlett Johansson released her debut album Anywhere I Lay My Head, which includes covers of Tom Waits songs and one original song, featuring collaborations with David Bowie and members from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Celebration.

September 2008: Married Ryan Reynolds

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

2008: Starred in The Other Boleyn Girl

In 2008, Scarlett Johansson starred in The Other Boleyn Girl alongside Natalie Portman and Eric Bana.

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2008: Role in 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' and Album Release

In 2008, Scarlett Johansson starred in Woody Allen's 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' and released her debut album 'Anywhere I Lay My Head', which charted on the Billboard 200.

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2008: Starred in Vicky Cristina Barcelona

In 2008, Scarlett Johansson starred in Woody Allen's Vicky Cristina Barcelona, filmed in Spain, playing one of Javier Bardem's love interests, alongside Penélope Cruz.

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2008: Registered as independent

Johansson was registered as an independent, at least through 2008.

September 2009: Release of Break Up album

In September 2009, Scarlett Johansson and Pete Yorn released a collaborative album, Break Up, inspired by Serge Gainsbourg's duets with Brigitte Bardot.

2009: Represents Mango

In 2009, Scarlett Johansson began representing the Spanish brand Mango.

2009: Starred in He's Just Not That Into You

In 2009, Scarlett Johansson played Anna Marks, a yoga instructor, in the ensemble comedy-drama He's Just Not That into You.

2009: Album Release: Break Up

In 2009, Scarlett Johansson released the album 'Break Up', which charted on the Billboard 200.

December 2010: Separated from Ryan Reynolds

In December 2010, Johansson and Ryan Reynolds separated.

2010: Broadway Debut and Role in 'Iron Man 2'

In 2010, Scarlett Johansson made her Broadway debut in a revival of 'A View from the Bridge', winning a Tony Award. She also began portraying Black Widow in 'Iron Man 2', which is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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2010: Broadway Debut in A View from the Bridge

In 2010, Scarlett Johansson made her Broadway debut in a revival of Arthur Miller's A View from the Bridge, playing Catherine. She also won the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Play.

A View from the Bridge (Penguin Classics)
A View from the Bridge (Penguin Classics)

2010: Singing "Bullet" on Terrible Thrills Vol. 1

In 2010, Scarlett Johansson sang "Bullet" for Steel Train's album Terrible Thrills Vol. 1, which included various female artists singing songs from Steel Train's self-titled album.

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2010: Cast as Black Widow in Iron Man 2

In 2010, Scarlett Johansson secured the part of Black Widow in Jon Favreau's Iron Man 2, a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

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2010: Named GQ's Babe of the Year

In 2010, Scarlett Johansson was named GQ's Babe of the Year, reinforcing her status as a sex symbol.

2010: Iron Man 2 Release

In 2010, the movie Iron Man 2 was released, it is one of Scarlett Johansson's top ten highest-grossing films.

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2010: Dropped out of talks for Tangled remake

Scarlett Johansson dropped out of talks for Disney's live-action remake of Tangled in 2010.

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July 2011: Divorced from Ryan Reynolds

In July 2011, Johansson and Ryan Reynolds divorced.

September 2011: Nude Photographs Leaked

In September 2011, nude photographs of Johansson were hacked from her cell phone and leaked online. These photos had been sent to her then-husband, Ryan Reynolds, three years prior to the incident.

2011: Losing role in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

In 2011, Scarlett Johansson lost the role of Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo because director David Fincher found her "too sexy" for the part.

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2011: Starred in We Bought a Zoo

In 2011, Scarlett Johansson played the role of Kelly, a zookeeper in the family film We Bought a Zoo alongside Matt Damon. She also earned a Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress: Drama nomination for her performance.

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2011: Singing "One Whole Hour" for Wretches & Jabberers soundtrack

In 2011, Scarlett Johansson sang "One Whole Hour" for the soundtrack of the documentary film Wretches & Jabberers.

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2011: Featured in Men's Health listings

In 2011, Scarlett Johansson was featured in Men's Health beauty listings, adding to her recognition as a sex symbol.

February 2012: Fashion Launch for Obama Campaign

In February 2012, Johansson and Anna Wintour hosted a fashion launch of clothing and accessories, with the proceeds benefiting Obama's re-election campaign.

May 2012: Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

In May 2012, Scarlett Johansson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

September 2012: Addressed Democratic National Convention

In September 2012, Johansson addressed voters at the Democratic National Convention, calling for Obama's re-election and for more engagement from young voters. She encouraged women to vote for Obama and condemned Mitt Romney for his opposition to Planned Parenthood.

November 2012: Began dating Romain Dauriac

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

2012: Played Black Widow in The Avengers

In 2012, Scarlett Johansson played Black Widow in The Avengers, another entry from the MCU. She also portrayed Janet Leigh in Hitchcock, a behind-the-scenes drama about the making of Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 film Psycho.

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2012: Singing on "Before My Time" for Chasing Ice

In 2012, Scarlett Johansson sang on a J. Ralph track entitled "Before My Time" for the end credits of the climate documentary Chasing Ice, which received a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

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2012: The Avengers Release

In 2012, the movie The Avengers was released, it is one of Scarlett Johansson's top ten highest-grossing films.

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January 2013: Starred in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and Don Jon

In January 2013, Scarlett Johansson starred in a Broadway revival of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Also in 2013, she starred in Joseph Gordon-Levitt's directorial debut, Don Jon.

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2013: Supported Scott Stringer's Campaign

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

2013: Starred in Under the Skin

In 2013, Scarlett Johansson starred in Jonathan Glazer's science fiction film Under the Skin as an extraterrestrial creature disguised as a human. She learned to drive a van and speak in an English accent for the role.

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2013: Roles in 'Her' and 'Under the Skin'

In 2013, Scarlett Johansson starred in the science fiction films 'Her' and 'Under the Skin'.

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2013: Voiced Samantha in Her and Starred in Under the Skin

In 2013, Scarlett Johansson voiced the character Samantha in Spike Jonze's film Her, and she starred in Jonathan Glazer's science fiction film Under the Skin. For her role in Her, she won Best Actress at the 8th Rome International Film Festival.

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2013: Named "Sexiest Woman Alive" for the second time by Esquire

In 2013, Scarlett Johansson was named "Sexiest Woman Alive" for the second time by Esquire, solidifying her sex symbol status.

January 2014: SodaStream Brand Ambassador

In January 2014, Johansson became the first global brand ambassador for SodaStream, an Israeli company that makes home-carbonation products. This relationship began with a television commercial during Super Bowl XLVIII on February 2, 2014.

January 2014: Resigned from Oxfam

In January 2014, Johansson resigned from her position as a global ambassador for Oxfam due to criticism over her promotion of SodaStream, whose main factory was based in an Israeli settlement in the West Bank. Oxfam opposes trade with such settlements.

February 2, 2014: SodaStream Super Bowl Commercial

On February 2, 2014, a television commercial featuring Johansson for SodaStream aired during Super Bowl XLVIII. This marked the commencement of her role as the company's global brand ambassador. The advert caused some controversy, due to SodaStream operating a plant in Israeli-occupied territory in the West Bank at that time.

2014: Birth of daughter Rose and marriage to Romain Dauriac

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

2014: Won Lawsuit Against French Publisher

In 2014, Johansson won a lawsuit against French publisher JC Lattès over libelous statements made about her relationships in the novel The First Thing We Look At by Grégoire Delacourt. She was awarded $3,400 after suing for $68,000.

2014: Appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and highest-paid actresses list

In 2014, Scarlett Johansson appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and was included on Forbes' annual list of the world's highest-paid actresses, earning $17 million.

2014: Played Supporting Roles in Chef and Lucy

In 2014, Scarlett Johansson played a supporting role in the film Chef, and she starred as the title character in Luc Besson's science fiction action film Lucy.

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2014: Reprised Role as Black Widow in Captain America: The Winter Soldier

In 2014, Scarlett Johansson reprised her role as Black Widow in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, joining forces with Captain America and Falcon. She also earned a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

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2014: Stars in 'Lucy'

In 2014, Scarlett Johansson starred in the science fiction film 'Lucy'.

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2014: Won Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress for Her

In 2014, Scarlett Johansson won the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the film Her.

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2014: Media and film critic comments on her attractiveness

In 2014, The New Yorker film critic Anthony Lane wrote that Scarlett Johansson is aware of her sultriness, and of how much it contributes to the contours of her reputation.

2014: Captain America: The Winter Soldier Release

In 2014, the movie Captain America: The Winter Soldier was released, it is one of Scarlett Johansson's top ten highest-grossing films.

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2014: Inclusion in Maxim's Hot 100 list

Scarlett Johansson was included in Maxim's Hot 100 list until 2014, marking several years of recognition.

February 2015: Formation of The Singles band

In February 2015, Scarlett Johansson formed a band called the Singles with Este Haim from HAIM, Holly Miranda, Kendra Morris, and Julia Haltigan, and the group's first single was "Candy".

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2015: Played Black Widow in Avengers: Age of Ultron

In 2015, Scarlett Johansson again played Black Widow in the MCU film Avengers: Age of Ultron.

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2015: Appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and highest-paid actresses list and wax statue unveiling

In 2015, Scarlett Johansson appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and was included on Forbes' annual list of the world's highest-paid actresses, earning $35.5 million. Madame Tussauds New York museum unveiled a wax statue of her.

2015: Avengers: Age of Ultron Release

In 2015, the movie Avengers: Age of Ultron was released, it is one of Scarlett Johansson's top ten highest-grossing films.

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2016: Endorsed Hillary Clinton

In 2016, Johansson endorsed Hillary Clinton and appeared in a commercial alongside her Marvel Cinematic Universe co-star Robert Downey Jr., and Joss Whedon to encourage people to vote in the presidential election.

2016: Comments on Black Widow delays and catsuit

In 2016, Scarlett Johansson commented on the delays of producing a standalone Black Widow film, cautioning that she may not want to wear a "skin-tight catsuit" for much longer.

2016: Featured in Hail, Caesar! and Played Black Widow in Captain America: Civil War

In 2016, Scarlett Johansson featured in the Coen brothers' comedy film Hail, Caesar! and played Black Widow in Captain America: Civil War. She also voiced Kaa in The Jungle Book and Ash in Sing.

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2016: Singing for The Jungle Book and Sing soundtracks

In 2016, Scarlett Johansson performed "Trust in Me" for The Jungle Book soundtrack, and "Set It All Free" and "I Don't Wanna" for Sing: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.

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2016: Named highest-grossing actor and appeared on highest-paid actresses list

In 2016, Scarlett Johansson was the highest-grossing actor with a total of $1.2 billion and appeared on Forbes' annual list of the world's highest-paid actresses, earning $25 million.

2016: Captain America: Civil War, The Jungle Book, and Sing Releases

In 2016, three movies were released, they are Captain America: Civil War, The Jungle Book, and Sing, and they are all among Scarlett Johansson's top ten highest-grossing films.

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2016: Separated from Romain Dauriac

In mid-2016, Johansson and Romain Dauriac separated.

March 2017: Filed for divorce from Romain Dauriac

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

March 2017: Hosting Saturday Night Live

In March 2017, Scarlett Johansson hosted Saturday Night Live for the fifth time, becoming the seventeenth person and the fourth woman to enter the NBC sketch comedy's Five-Timers Club.

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May 2017: Began dating Colin Jost

In May 2017, Johansson began dating Colin Jost, who is a co-head writer and Weekend Update co-host on Saturday Night Live.

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September 2017: Divorce finalized from Romain Dauriac

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

2017: Spoke at Women's March on Washington

In 2017, Johansson spoke at the Women's March on Washington, addressing Donald Trump's presidency and stating that she would support him if he works for women's rights and stops withdrawing federal funding for Planned Parenthood.

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.

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January 2018: Participated in Women's March

In January 2018, Johansson participated in the Women's March in Los Angeles, speaking on abuses of power and sharing her own experience. She received backlash for calling out James Franco amid allegations of sexual misconduct, due to her past defense of working with Woody Allen.

2018: Appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and highest-paid actresses list

In 2018, Scarlett Johansson appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and topped the list as one of the world's highest-paid actresses, earning $40.5 million.

2018: Collaboration with Pete Yorn for Apart EP

In 2018, Scarlett Johansson collaborated with Pete Yorn again for an EP titled Apart, released on June 1.

2018: World's Highest-Paid Actress

In 2018, Scarlett Johansson was named the world's highest-paid actress.

2018: Avengers: Infinity War Release

In 2018, the movie Avengers: Infinity War was released, it is one of Scarlett Johansson's top ten highest-grossing films.

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May 2019: Engaged to Colin Jost

In May 2019, Johansson and Colin Jost became engaged.

2019: Appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and highest-paid actresses list

In 2019, Scarlett Johansson appeared on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list and topped the list as one of the world's highest-paid actresses, earning $56 million.

2019: Academy Award Nominations for 'Marriage Story' and 'Jojo Rabbit'

In 2019, Scarlett Johansson received two simultaneous Academy Award nominations for Best Actress in 'Marriage Story' and Best Supporting Actress in 'Jojo Rabbit'.

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2019: World's Highest-Paid Actress

In 2019, Scarlett Johansson was again named the world's highest-paid actress.

2019: Avengers: Endgame Release

In 2019, the movie Avengers: Endgame was released, it is one of Scarlett Johansson's top ten highest-grossing films.

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2019: Reflection on first marriage

In a 2019 interview with Vanity Fair, Johansson reflected on her marriage to Ryan Reynolds, stating she was young and romanticized the idea of marriage.

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October 2020: Married Colin Jost

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

December 2020: Advocated for Release of Egyptian Activists

In December 2020, three members of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights were released from prison in Egypt, after Johansson described their detention circumstances and demanded their release.

2020: Marriage to Colin Jost

In 2020, Scarlett Johansson married comedian Colin Jost.

August 2021: Birth of son with Colin Jost

In August 2021, Johansson gave birth to her son with Colin Jost.

2021: Appeared on the Time 100 list

In 2021, Scarlett Johansson appeared on the Time 100, Time's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2021: Solo Feature 'Black Widow'

In 2021, Scarlett Johansson starred in her solo feature 'Black Widow', gaining global stardom.

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2021: Named One of the 100 Most Influential People by Time

In 2021, Time named Scarlett Johansson one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2022: Founding The Outset skincare line

In 2022, Scarlett Johansson founded The Outset, a plant-based skincare line, with Kate Foster.

2022: Reflecting on being groomed as a "bombshell-type" actor

In a 2022 podcast with Bruce Bozzi, Scarlett Johansson recalled feeling that she was groomed as a "bombshell-type" actor as early as age seventeen, during the filming of Lost in Translation.

2023: Release of Asteroid City and My Mother's Wedding

In 2023, Scarlett Johansson returned to the screen with Wes Anderson's comedy Asteroid City, and she also played one of three sisters reuniting for their mother's wedding in Kristin Scott Thomas's directorial debut My Mother's Wedding.

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May 2024: Criticism of OpenAI chatbot

In May 2024, Johansson publicly criticized OpenAI for releasing a chatbot that featured a voice remarkably similar to her own. This occurred after she had declined a formal partnership with the company to provide her voice for the application.

2024: Supported Kamala Harris

During the 2024 presidential election, Johansson joined a call with other actors in support of Kamala Harris.

2024: Production and Starring in Fly Me to the Moon

In 2024, Scarlett Johansson produced and starred in Fly Me to the Moon, a romantic comedy set against the backdrop of the Space Race, opposite Channing Tatum, and she also voiced Elita-1 in Transformers One, an animated prequel to the Transformers film series.

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May 30, 2025: Release of The Phoenician Scheme

On May 30, 2025, Scarlett Johansson's film, The Phoenician Scheme, reunited her with director Wes Anderson.

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July 2, 2025: Release of Jurassic World Rebirth

On July 2, 2025, Scarlett Johansson starred in the instalment Jurassic World Rebirth.

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September 26, 2025: Release of Eleanor the Great and Directorial Debut

On September 26, 2025, Scarlett Johansson made her directorial debut with the drama Eleanor the Great, starring June Squibb, which premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

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December 2025: Joined the cast for Mike Flanagan's untitled Exorcist film and The Batman: Part II

In December 2025, Scarlett Johansson joined the cast for Mike Flanagan's untitled Exorcist film and The Batman: Part II (2027).

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2025: Appeared on the Time 100 list

In 2025, Scarlett Johansson appeared on the Time 100, Time's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2025: Named One of the 100 Most Influential People by Time

In 2025, Time named Scarlett Johansson one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2025: Jurassic World Rebirth

The movie Jurassic World Rebirth is scheduled to be released in 2025, and is expected to be one of Johansson's highest grossing films.

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January 2026: Highest-grossing box-office leading actor of all time domestically

As of January 2026, Scarlett Johansson's films have grossed over $5.6 billion in North America and over $15.4 billion worldwide, making her the highest-grossing box-office leading actor of all time domestically.

2027: Cast in The Batman: Part II

Scarlett Johansson is cast in The Batman: Part II in 2027.

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