History of Shailene Woodley in Timeline
Shailene Woodley is an American actress known for her roles in both television and film. She rose to fame playing Amy Juergens in the teen drama series "The Secret Life of the American Teenager." She has also starred in movies like "The Descendants" and "The Spectacular Now," earning critical acclaim and award nominations for her performances.
1973: Release of "The Robot Who Looked Like Me"
The short story "The Robot Who Looked Like Me," upon which the film "Robots" starring Shailene Woodley is based, was published in 1973.
November 15, 1991: Shailene Woodley is born
On November 15, 1991, Shailene Woodley was born in San Bernardino, California.
1999: Acting Debut in "Replacing Dad"
Shailene Woodley began her acting career in 1999 with a minor role in the television film "Replacing Dad."
2004: Lead Role in "A Place Called Home" and Young Artist Award Nomination
In 2004, Shailene Woodley landed a leading role in the television film "A Place Called Home," which earned her a Young Artist Award nomination.
2005: Portrayal of Felicity Merriman and Another Young Artist Award Nomination
Shailene Woodley played the titular character, Felicity Merriman, in the television film "Felicity: An American Girl Adventure" in 2005, garnering another Young Artist Award nomination.
2008: Premiere of "The Secret Life of the American Teenager"
"The Secret Life of the American Teenager," starring Shailene Woodley as Amy Juergens, premiered on ABC Family in 2008.
2008: Shailene Woodley's Breakthrough Role in "The Secret Life of the American Teenager"
In 2008, Shailene Woodley rose to fame for her leading role as Amy Juergens in the ABC Family teen drama series "The Secret Life of the American Teenager."
2010: Co-founding of All it Takes
In 2010, Shailene Woodley and her mother established All it Takes, a youth leadership program. The organization focuses on teaching young individuals about empathy, compassion, responsibility, and purpose to inspire positive change for themselves, others, and the environment.
2011: Critical Acclaim for "The Descendants"
Shailene Woodley earned critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination for her performance as Alex King in Alexander Payne's film "The Descendants" in 2011.
2011: Breakthrough Role in "The Descendants"
Shailene Woodley's performance as Alex in "The Descendants" in 2011 garnered widespread critical acclaim, earning her numerous awards and nominations, including a Golden Globe nomination.
October 2012: Filming of "White Bird in a Blizzard"
Shailene Woodley filmed "White Bird in a Blizzard," directed by Gregg Araki, in October 2012.
2012: Accolades and Recognition
Following her success in "The Descendants," Shailene Woodley received several accolades in 2012, including the Trophée Chopard at the Cannes Film Festival and the Santa Barbara International Film Festival Virtuoso Award.
January 18, 2013: Premiere of "The Spectacular Now" at Sundance Film Festival
"The Spectacular Now," featuring Shailene Woodley as Aimee Finecky, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 18, 2013, to critical acclaim.
June 19, 2013: Removal from "The Amazing Spider-Man 2"
Despite being cast as Mary Jane Watson in "The Amazing Spider-Man 2," Shailene Woodley's role was cut from the film on June 19, 2013.
2013: "The Spectacular Now" and Conclusion of "The Secret Life of the American Teenager"
In 2013, Shailene Woodley starred in the well-received film "The Spectacular Now" and concluded her run on the television series "The Secret Life of the American Teenager."
2013: Conclusion of "The Secret Life of the American Teenager"
After five seasons, "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" concluded its run in 2013.
January 20, 2014: Sundance Premiere of "White Bird in a Blizzard"
"White Bird in a Blizzard" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2014.
October 24, 2014: Wide Release of "White Bird in a Blizzard"
"White Bird in a Blizzard" was released to wider audiences on October 24, 2014, receiving mixed reviews.
November 14, 2014: The Hollywood Film Award for Hollywood Breakout Performance – Actress
On November 14, 2014, Shailene Woodley received The Hollywood Film Award for Hollywood Breakout Performance – Actress for her critically acclaimed performance as Hazel Grace Lancaster in "The Fault in Our Stars."
2014: Lead Role in "Divergent" and Critical Recognition
Shailene Woodley starred as Beatrice "Tris" Prior in the film adaptation of "Divergent" in 2014. Her performance received positive reviews, and the film was a commercial success.
2014: Starring Roles in "The Fault in Our Stars" and "Divergent"
Shailene Woodley's career reached new heights in 2014 with her starring roles in the widely successful films "The Fault in Our Stars" and "Divergent."
2015: BAFTA Rising Star Award Nomination
In 2015, Shailene Woodley's career breakthrough and continued success earned her a nomination for the prestigious BAFTA Rising Star Award.
2015: The Divergent Series: Insurgent Release
Shailene Woodley reprised her role as Tris in "The Divergent Series: Insurgent," the second film in the series, in 2015. The film received a mixed critical reception but was commercially successful.
2015: Acting Hiatus
Starting in 2015, Shailene Woodley took a break from acting for nearly a year, considering quitting the profession altogether. She later revealed that she "had hit a wall with acting" and wanted to explore other avenues.
September 29, 2016: Honored at the Global Green Environmental Awards
Shailene Woodley received the Entertainment Industry Environmental Leadership Award at the 20th Anniversary Global Green Environmental Awards on September 29, 2016. The award acknowledged her for co-founding the organization All it Takes.
October 2016: Receiving the Female EMA Futures Award
Shailene Woodley was granted the Female EMA Futures Award at the 26th Annual Environmental Media Association (EMA) Awards in October 2016.
2016: Supporting Bernie Sanders and Organizing Up To Us Movement
Shailene Woodley actively supported Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign and spearheaded the Up To Us movement in 2016. This cross-country caravan aimed to unite Americans and raise awareness about crucial political, social, and environmental issues that political candidates should address.
2016: "The Divergent Series" and "Snowden"
Shailene Woodley continued her role as Beatrice Prior in "The Divergent Series: Allegiant" and appeared in the biographical thriller "Snowden," both released in 2016.
2016: Joining the Board of Our Revolution
Shailene Woodley joined the board of Our Revolution, a political organization, in mid-2016. The organization aims to educate voters, encourage political engagement, support progressive policies, and work towards electing progressive leaders.
2016: Snowden Premiere
Shailene Woodley starred opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt in Oliver Stone's biographical thriller "Snowden" which premiered in 2016. She portrayed Lindsay Mills, Edward Snowden's girlfriend.
2016: The Divergent Series: Allegiant Release
In 2016, Shailene Woodley reprised her role as Tris in "The Divergent Series: Allegiant", which was the third installment in the series. The film received poor reviews and underperformed at the box office, leading to the cancellation of the final film.
2016: Protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline and Arrest
In 2016, Shailene Woodley actively participated in protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline. Her arrest for criminal trespassing during one such protest brought significant attention to the issue, sparking wider public discourse and garnering support from fellow celebrities.
2017: Premiere of HBO's "Big Little Lies"
In 2017, Shailene Woodley joined the cast of HBO's acclaimed drama series "Big Little Lies," playing the role of Jane Chapman.
2017: Big Little Lies Premiere
In 2017, Shailene Woodley returned to acting, starring in the HBO drama series "Big Little Lies." She portrayed a sexual assault survivor alongside Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon.
2017: Honored at the Sierra Club's Trail Blazers Ball
In 2017, the Sierra Club, an environmental organization, honored Shailene Woodley at their 125th Anniversary Trail Blazers Ball. The recognition was for her grassroots activism and contributions to environmental causes.
2017: Advocating for Renewable Energy and the 100 by '50 Act
Shailene Woodley penned an opinion piece in 2017 for The Hill, advocating for clean and renewable energy. She urged Americans to embrace the technology and transition towards an economy powered entirely by clean energy sources. This led to her involvement in introducing the 100 by '50 Act, a bill promoting the reduction of carbon pollution and achieving 100% clean and renewable energy by 2050.
2018: Speaking at Our Revolution's National Town Hall
As a board member of Our Revolution and a prominent environmental activist, Shailene Woodley was a speaker at the organization's National Town Hall in 2018. The event, titled "Solving Our Climate Crisis," was hosted by Bernie Sanders and addressed the urgent issue of climate change.
2018: Confirmation of Relationship with Ben Volavola
In 2018, Shailene Woodley publicly confirmed her relationship with Ben Volavola, an Australian-Fijian rugby union player.
2018: Bringing Calina Lawrence to the Golden Globe Awards
Shailene Woodley brought activist Calina Lawrence, whom she met during the Dakota Access Pipeline protests at Standing Rock, as her guest to the 75th Golden Globe Awards in 2018.
2018: Adrift Premiere
Shailene Woodley starred in and produced the biographical film "Adrift" in 2018, portraying real-life sailor Tami Oldham Ashcraft. She received critical acclaim for her performance.
2018: Release of "Adrift"
Shailene Woodley starred in the survival drama film "Adrift," released in 2018.
July 2019: Shailene Woodley Becomes Greenpeace Oceans Ambassador
In July 2019, Shailene Woodley began her role as a Greenpeace Oceans Ambassador. She went on a three-week expedition to the Sargasso Sea to learn about the impacts of plastic pollution and emphasize the need to protect marine ecosystems.
2019: Endings, Beginnings Premiere
Shailene Woodley starred in the romantic drama "Endings, Beginnings," alongside Sebastian Stan, in 2019. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
2019: Big Little Lies Season Two Premiere
Shailene Woodley reprised her role as Jane Chapman in the second season of HBO's "Big Little Lies" in 2019.
2019: Supporting Indigenized Energy
In 2019, Shailene Woodley lent her support to Indigenized Energy, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing solar energy and employment opportunities to Native American communities.
2019: Conclusion of "Big Little Lies"
Shailene Woodley reprised her role as Jane Chapman in the second and final season of HBO's "Big Little Lies" in 2019.
April 2020: Breakup with Ben Volavola
Shailene Woodley and Australian-Fijian rugby union player Ben Volavola reportedly ended their relationship in April 2020.
2020: Launch of Karün by Shailene Woodley
In 2020, Woodley launched a sustainable eyewear line in partnership with certified B Corp Karün. The brand uses recycled materials like fishing nets and metals, reflecting Woodley's dedication to environmental responsibility.
2020: Beginning of Relationship with Aaron Rodgers
Shailene Woodley and NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers reportedly started dating in 2020.
February 2021: Aaron Rodgers Publicly Acknowledges Engagement
During his acceptance speech for the NFL's MVP award at the NFL Honors ceremony in February 2021, Aaron Rodgers mentioned his "fiancée," indirectly confirming his engagement, although he didn't disclose her identity at the time.
February 22, 2021: Confirmation of Engagement to Aaron Rodgers
Shailene Woodley confirmed her engagement to NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers during an appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on February 22, 2021.
2021: The Mauritanian and The Fallout Release
Shailene Woodley had a supporting role in the Guantanamo Bay drama "The Mauritanian" and a small part in "The Fallout" in 2021.
2021: "The Mauritanian" and "The Last Letter from Your Lover"
Shailene Woodley appeared in the legal drama "The Mauritanian" and starred in the romantic drama "The Last Letter from Your Lover," both released in 2021.
2021: Karün by Shailene Woodley Wins Sustainability Award
From 2021 to 2023, Karün by Shailene Woodley received recognition for its commitment to sustainability, being named "The Most Sustainable Eyewear Brand" by Global Brands Magazine Awards.
February 2022: Reported Separation from Aaron Rodgers
It was reported in February 2022 that Shailene Woodley and Aaron Rodgers had ended their engagement.
2022: Woodley Joins GoodLeap's Advisory Council
In 2022, Shailene Woodley was appointed as an inaugural member of GoodLeap's Advisory Council, contributing her expertise to the company's mission of promoting sustainable living.
March 2023: UN Ocean Treaty Agreed Upon
In March 2023, the UN Ocean Treaty, advocating for the protection of 30% of the world's oceans by 2030, was successfully ratified at the United Nations, a cause Woodley actively supported.
2023: Woodley Advocates for Global Plastics Treaty in Paris
Alongside Greenpeace, Woodley participated in advocating for a robust Global Plastics Treaty at the UN's Environment Programme meeting in Paris in 2023, aiming to curb plastic pollution effectively.
2023: Starring and Producing in "To Catch a Killer"
In 2023, Shailene Woodley starred in and produced "To Catch a Killer," a crime thriller directed by Damián Szifron. She played Eleanor Falco, a skilled but troubled cop working with the FBI to apprehend a mass murderer. Her performance was critically acclaimed.
2023: Supporting Role in "Ferrari"
Shailene Woodley had a supporting role in the biographical drama film "Ferrari," released in 2023.
2030: Supporting Ocean Conservation Initiatives
Shailene Woodley actively supports various ocean conservation initiatives, including Ocean Unite's 30x30 mission, aiming to safeguard at least 30% of the Earth's oceans by 2030.
2030: Target Date for 30x30 Initiative
The year 2030 marks the target date set by the UN Ocean Treaty for achieving the protection of 30% of global oceans, a goal actively championed by Woodley.
2050: Target Year for 100% Clean and Renewable Energy
The 100 by '50 Act, supported by Shailene Woodley, aims to achieve 100% clean and renewable energy in the United States by the year 2050.