History of Shailene Woodley in Timeline

Shailene Woodley is an American actress known for her roles in both television and film. She rose to initial fame playing Amy Juergens in the TV series "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" (2008–2013). Woodley further garnered recognition for her performances in movies such as "The Descendants" (2011) and "The Spectacular Now" (2013), earning a Golden Globe nomination for her work in "The Descendants".

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1973: Robert Sheckley's short story

In 1973, Robert Sheckley wrote the short story 'The Robot Who Looked Like Me', which later inspired the 2023 film Robots starring Shailene Woodley.

November 15, 1991: Shailene Woodley's Birth

On November 15, 1991, Shailene Diann Woodley was born.

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1999: Began Acting Career

In 1999, Shailene Woodley began her acting career with a minor role in the television film 'Replacing Dad'.

2004: Leading Role in A Place Called Home

In 2004, Shailene Woodley had a leading role in the television film 'A Place Called Home', earning a Young Artist Award nomination.

2005: Felicity: An American Girl Adventure

In 2005, Shailene Woodley appeared as the titular character Felicity Merriman in the television film 'Felicity: An American Girl Adventure', receiving another Young Artist Award nomination.

2008: The Secret Life of the American Teenager

In 2008, Shailene Woodley gained prominence for her starring role as Amy Juergens in the ABC Family teen drama series The Secret Life of the American Teenager.

2010: Co-founded All it Takes

In 2010, Shailene Woodley and her mother co-founded the nonprofit organization All it Takes, a youth leadership program.

2011: Feature Film Debut in The Descendants

In 2011, Shailene Woodley made her feature film debut in Alexander Payne's 'The Descendants', receiving positive reviews.

2011: Starred in The Descendants

In 2011, Shailene Woodley starred in the film 'The Descendants', receiving a nomination for her first Golden Globe Award for her performance.

October 2012: Cast in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 and Filmed White Bird in a Blizzard

In October 2012, Shailene Woodley was offered the role of Mary Jane Watson in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 and filmed White Bird in a Blizzard.

2012: Awards and Recognition for The Descendants

In 2012, following accolades for her performance in 'The Descendants', Shailene Woodley received a Golden Globe nomination, won the Independent Spirit Award, and received other awards and recognition.

January 18, 2013: The Spectacular Now Premiered at Sundance

On January 18, 2013, 'The Spectacular Now', starring Shailene Woodley, premiered at Sundance.

June 19, 2013: Cut from The Amazing Spider-Man 2

On June 19, 2013, Shailene Woodley was cut from 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' due to creative decisions to streamline the story.

2013: The Secret Life of the American Teenager Ended

In 2013, 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager', starring Shailene Woodley, ended its five-season run.

2013: Starred in The Spectacular Now

In 2013, Shailene Woodley starred in the film 'The Spectacular Now'.

January 20, 2014: White Bird in a Blizzard Premiered at Sundance Film Festival

On January 20, 2014, White Bird in a Blizzard, starring Shailene Woodley, was released at the Sundance Film Festival.

October 24, 2014: Wider Release of White Bird in a Blizzard

On October 24, 2014, White Bird in a Blizzard, starring Shailene Woodley, was released to wider audiences.

November 14, 2014: Hollywood Film Award for The Fault in Our Stars

On November 14, 2014, Shailene Woodley received The Hollywood Film Award for Hollywood Breakout Performance – Actress for her role in 'The Fault in Our Stars'.

2014: Starred in The Fault in Our Stars and The Divergent Series

In 2014, Shailene Woodley achieved wider recognition for her starring role as a teenaged cancer patient in the romantic drama 'The Fault in Our Stars' and as Beatrice Prior in the science-fiction trilogy 'The Divergent Series'.

2014: Starred in Divergent

In 2014, Shailene Woodley starred as Beatrice "Tris" Prior in the film 'Divergent', receiving positive reviews for her performance and the CinemaCon's Female Star of Tomorrow Award.

2015: Nomination for BAFTA Rising Star Award

In 2015, Shailene Woodley earned a nomination for the BAFTA Rising Star Award.

2015: Reprised Role in The Divergent Series: Insurgent

In 2015, Shailene Woodley reprised her role as Tris in 'The Divergent Series: Insurgent'.

2015: Took a Break from Filming

Starting in 2015, Shailene Woodley took a break from filming for nearly a year and considered quitting as an actor.

September 29, 2016: Honored at Global Green Environmental Awards

On September 29, 2016, Shailene Woodley was honored at the 20th Anniversary Global Green Environmental Awards, receiving the Entertainment Industry Environmental Leadership Award.

October 2016: Received EMA Futures Award

In October 2016, Shailene Woodley was given the Female EMA Futures Award during the 26th Annual Environmental Media Association (EMA) Awards.

2016: Played Supporting Roles in Snowden

In 2016, Shailene Woodley played supporting roles in the film 'Snowden'.

2016: Starred in Allegiant

In 2016, Shailene Woodley reprised her role as Tris in 'Allegiant', the penultimate film of The Divergent Series, which received poor reviews.

2016: Supported Bernie Sanders for President

In 2016, Shailene Woodley supported and campaigned for Bernie Sanders for president, organizing the Up to Us movement.

2016: Arrested at Dakota Access Pipeline Protest

In 2016, Shailene Woodley was arrested for criminal trespassing while protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline, generating significant media attention. She pleaded guilty and was sentenced to a year of probation.

2017: Starred in Big Little Lies

In 2017, Shailene Woodley starred in the HBO drama series 'Big Little Lies', playing a sexual assault survivor, for which she was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award.

2017: Wrote Opinion Piece and Introduced 100 by '50 Act

In 2017, Shailene Woodley wrote an opinion piece for The Hill and introduced the 100 by '50 Act, advocating for renewable energy.

2017: Honored by Sierra Club

In 2017, the environmental organization Sierra Club honored Shailene Woodley at their 125th Anniversary Trail Blazers Ball, for her grassroots activism.

2018: Confirmed Relationship with Ben Volavola

In 2018, Shailene Woodley confirmed she was dating Australian-Fijian rugby union player Ben Volavola.

2018: Starred in Adrift

In 2018, Shailene Woodley starred in 'Adrift'.

2018: Starred in and Produced Adrift

In 2018, Shailene Woodley starred in and produced the biographical film 'Adrift', also receiving the Rising Star Award during the Deauville Film Festival.

2018: Took Calina Lawrence to Golden Globe Awards

In 2018, Shailene Woodley took activist Calina Lawrence to the 75th Golden Globe Awards as her guest, whom she met at Standing Rock.

2018: Speaker at Our Revolution National Town Hall

In 2018, Shailene Woodley was one of the speakers at a National Town Hall, titled "Solving Our Climate Crisis", hosted by Our Revolution founder Bernie Sanders.

July 2019: Became Greenpeace Oceans Ambassador

In July 2019, Shailene Woodley became an Oceans Ambassador for Greenpeace and studied the impact of plastics on marine life in the Sargasso Sea.

2019: Big Little Lies - Season 2

In 2019, Shailene Woodley continued her role in the second season of 'Big Little Lies'.

2019: Reprised Role in Big Little Lies Season 2

In 2019, Shailene Woodley reprised her role as Jane Chapman for the second season of Big Little Lies.

2019: Starred in Endings, Beginnings

In 2019, Shailene Woodley starred in the romantic drama 'Endings, Beginnings'.

2019: Supported Indigenized Energy

In 2019, Shailene Woodley supported Indigenized Energy, a nonprofit bringing solar energy and jobs to Native Americans, created by Cody Two Bears.

April 2020: Reported End of Relationship with Ben Volavola

In April 2020, it was reported that Shailene Woodley's relationship with rugby player Ben Volavola had ended.

2020: Partnered with Karün for Sustainable Eyewear

In 2020, Shailene Woodley partnered with Karün to create a sustainable eyewear line using recycled waste.

2020: Reported Relationship with Aaron Rodgers

In 2020, Shailene Woodley was reported to be in a relationship with NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

February 2021: Aaron Rodgers Announces Engagement

In February 2021, Aaron Rodgers referred to his 'fiancée' during his MVP acceptance speech, confirming his engagement, though not naming Shailene Woodley.

February 22, 2021: Confirmed Engagement to Aaron Rodgers on 'The Tonight Show'

On February 22, 2021, Shailene Woodley confirmed her engagement to Aaron Rodgers during an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'.

2021: Awarded Most Sustainable Eyewear Brand

In 2021, Karün by Shailene Woodley was awarded The Most Sustainable Eyewear Brand by Global Brands Magazine Awards.

2021: Supporting Role in 'The Mauritanian' and Small Role in 'The Fallout'

In 2021, Shailene Woodley played Teri Duncan in 'The Mauritanian' and had a small role in 'The Fallout', a dedication to her friendship with director Megan Park.

2021: Starred in The Mauritanian and The Last Letter from Your Lover

In 2021, Shailene Woodley played supporting roles in 'The Mauritanian' and starred in 'The Last Letter from Your Lover'.

February 2022: Reported End of Engagement to Aaron Rodgers

In February 2022, it was reported that Shailene Woodley and Aaron Rodgers had ended their engagement.

2022: Joined GoodLeap's Advisory Council

In 2022, Shailene Woodley became an inaugural member of GoodLeap's Advisory Council, supporting sustainable living.

March 2023: UN Ocean Treaty Agreed

In March 2023, the UN Ocean Treaty, aimed at protecting 30% of the world's oceans by 2030, was agreed at the United Nations, fulfilling the desired outcome of Shailene Woodley's 2019 expedition.

2023: Appeared in 'Materia Viva'

In 2023, Shailene Woodley appeared in the Italian docufilm 'Materia Viva', discussing environmental care and activism.

2023: Joined Greenpeace in Paris to Demand End to Plastic Pollution

In 2023, Shailene Woodley joined Greenpeace in Paris, demanding a strong Global Treaty to end plastic pollution.

2023: Played Supporting Role in Ferrari

In 2023, Shailene Woodley played a supporting role in the film 'Ferrari'.

2023: Starring in 'To Catch a Killer' and 'Dumb Money'

In 2023, Shailene Woodley starred in 'To Catch a Killer' as Eleanor Falco, a troubled cop recruited by the FBI and appeared in Craig Gillespie's 'Dumb Money'. She also appeared in the Italian docufilm Materia Viva.

2024: Starring in 'Three Women' and 'Killer Heat'

In 2024, Shailene Woodley starred as Lisa Taddeo in 'Three Women' and in Philippe Lacôte's mystery thriller 'Killer Heat'.

2030: Protecting 30% of the world's oceans

In March 2023, the UN Ocean Treaty, aimed at protecting 30% of the world's oceans by 2030, was agreed at the United Nations, fulfilling the desired outcome of Shailene Woodley's 2019 expedition.