Childhood and Education Journey of Sharon Stone in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Sharon Stone. A timeline of key moments.

Sharon Stone is an American actress and film producer, recognized for portraying femmes fatales and mysterious women, making her a prominent sex symbol in the 1990s. Her acting career has earned her numerous awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award nomination. In 2005, she was appointed Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters in France.

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

March 10, 1958: Sharon Stone's Birth

On March 10, 1958, Sharon Vonne Stone was born. She is an American actress and film producer known for her roles as femmes fatales.

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1975: Graduation from Saegertown High School

In 1975, Sharon Stone graduated from Saegertown High School in Saegertown, Pennsylvania.

1976: Candidate for Miss Pennsylvania

In 1976, Sharon Stone was a candidate for Miss Pennsylvania after winning the title of Miss Crawford County.

1977: Signed with Ford Modeling Agency

By 1977, Sharon Stone had been signed by Ford Modeling Agency in New York City.

1984: Meeting and Marriage to Michael Greenburg

In 1984, Sharon Stone met television producer Michael Greenburg on the set of 'The Vegas Strip War'. They married in 1984.

1990: Divorce Finalized

In 1990, Sharon Stone and Michael Greenburg's divorce was finalized after separating three years earlier.

1992: Hurrell Photoshoot and Photographer Death

In 1992, Sharon Stone had her last sitting for photographer George Hurrell before his death. She is also a collector of his original prints.

1993: Engagement to William J. MacDonald

In 1993, Sharon Stone met William J. MacDonald on the set of 'Sliver' and became engaged. MacDonald left his wife for Stone.

1994: Separation from MacDonald and Engagement to Bob Wagner

In 1994, Sharon Stone separated from William J. MacDonald and returned the engagement ring. She then met Bob Wagner while working on 'The Quick and the Dead' and became engaged to him.

January 28, 1996: Reaction to critical acclaim

On January 28, 1996, Sharon Stone reflected on the positive response to her career, stating, "Thank God. I mean just finally, wow [...] I am not getting any younger. It couldn't have happened at a better time".

February 14, 1998: Marriage to Phil Bronstein

On February 14, 1998, Sharon Stone married Phil Bronstein, executive editor of The San Francisco Examiner.

2000: Adoption of Son Roan Joseph Bronstein

In 2000, Sharon Stone and Phil Bronstein adopted their son, Roan Joseph Bronstein.

September 2001: Hospitalization for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

In September 2001, Sharon Stone was hospitalized for a subarachnoid hemorrhage, which led to a hiatus from screen acting and professional challenges.

September 29, 2001: Hospitalization for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

On September 29, 2001, Sharon Stone was hospitalized for a subarachnoid hemorrhage, later diagnosed as a vertebral artery dissection. She underwent an endovascular coil embolization. She later stated that people took advantage of her while she was sick and stole $18 million from her.

2003: Bronstein Files for Divorce

In 2003, Phil Bronstein filed for divorce from Sharon Stone, citing irreconcilable differences.

2004: Divorce from Bronstein Finalized

In 2004, Sharon Stone's divorce from Phil Bronstein was finalized, with Bronstein receiving primary custody of their son Roan.

2005: Adoption of Laird Vonne

In 2005, Sharon Stone adopted her second son, Laird Vonne.

March 2006: Promotion of Peace in the Middle East

In March 2006, Sharon Stone traveled to Israel to promote peace in the Middle East, participating in a press conference with Shimon Peres.

2006: Adoption of Quinn Kelly Stone

In 2006, Sharon Stone adopted her third son, Quinn Kelly Stone.

2013: Interview with Conan O'Brien

In a 2013 interview with Conan O'Brien, Sharon Stone stated that her Irish ancestors arrived in the United States during the Great Famine.

2016: Death of Garry Shandling

In 2016, Garry Shandling, a close friend of Sharon Stone, passed away. They had previously dated and remained friends until his death.

2016: Returned to Edinboro University to complete degree

Inspired by Hillary Clinton, in 2016 Sharon Stone went back to Edinboro University of Pennsylvania to complete her degree.

2018: Residence in West Hollywood

As of 2018, Sharon Stone resides with her three sons in West Hollywood, California.

March 2021: Revealed childhood sexual abuse in NY Times interview

In a March 2021 interview with The New York Times, Sharon Stone disclosed that she and her sister were sexually abused as children by their maternal grandfather.