History of Sharon Stone in Timeline

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: Release of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

In 1975, 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' was released.

1975: Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue Concert Tour

In 1975, Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue Concert Tour took place.

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.

1980: Film Debut in Stardust Memories

In 1980, Sharon Stone made her film debut as an extra in Stardust Memories.

1980: Original film release of Gloria

In 1980, the original Gloria was released.

1981: Speaking part in Deadly Blessing

In 1981, Sharon Stone had a speaking part in the horror film Deadly Blessing.

1982: Cast in Les Uns et les Autres

In 1982, Sharon Stone was cast in Claude Lelouch's musical epic Les Uns et les Autres, though her appearance was brief and uncredited.

1983: Guest-spots on television series Silver Spoons and Bay City Blues

In 1983, Sharon Stone secured guest-spots on the television series Silver Spoons and Bay City Blues.

1984: Appearance in Irreconcilable Differences

In 1984, Sharon Stone appeared in the film Irreconcilable Differences.

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.

1984: Guest-spot on Remington Steele and Magnum, P.I.

In 1984, Sharon Stone secured guest-spots on the television series Remington Steele and Magnum, P.I.. She also appeared in the drama Irreconcilable Differences.

1985: Roles in King Solomon's Mines and Action Jackson

In 1985, Sharon Stone appeared in the films King Solomon's Mines and Action Jackson.

1985: Guest-spot on T. J. Hooker and starred in King Solomon's Mines

In 1985, Sharon Stone secured guest-spots on the television series T. J. Hooker and starred in the action-centered King Solomon's Mines.

July 1986: Cover of French Vogue

In July 1986, Sharon Stone graced the cover of French Vogue.

1986: Greenburg as Line Producer

In 1986, Michael Greenburg worked as Sharon Stone's line producer on 'Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold'.

1986: Starred in Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold

In 1986, Sharon Stone starred in Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold, receiving a Golden Raspberry Award nomination for Worst Actress.

1987: Featured in War and Remembrance

In 1987, Sharon Stone featured in the ABC miniseries War and Remembrance.

1988: Appearances in Above the Law and Action Jackson

In 1988, Sharon Stone appeared in the crime film Above the Law and the action film Action Jackson.

1988: Appearance in Above the Law

In 1988, Sharon Stone appeared in the film Above the Law.

July 1990: Nude Playboy Photoshoot

In July 1990, Sharon Stone posed nude for Playboy to coincide with the release of Total Recall.

1990: Divorce Finalized

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

1990: Breakthrough Role in Total Recall

In 1990, Sharon Stone had a breakthrough with her part in Paul Verhoeven's science fiction film Total Recall.

1990: Starred in Total Recall

In 1990, Sharon Stone starred in Paul Verhoeven's Total Recall, a science fiction action film opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger.

1991: Roles in He Said, She Said, Scissors, Diary of a Hitman, Year of the Gun and Where Sleeping Dogs Lie

In 1991, Sharon Stone was cast in five feature films: He Said, She Said, Scissors, Diary of a Hitman, Year of the Gun and Where Sleeping Dogs Lie.

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.

1992: International Recognition with Basic Instinct

In 1992, Sharon Stone rose to international recognition when she portrayed Catherine Tramell in Verhoeven's erotic thriller Basic Instinct, earning her first Golden Globe Award nomination.

1992: Starred in Basic Instinct

In 1992, Sharon Stone starred in Basic Instinct, playing Catherine Tramell, earning a Golden Globe nomination and achieving stardom.

1992: Named one of People's 50 Most Beautiful People

In 1992, Sharon Stone was named one of the "50 Most Beautiful People in the World" by People.

1993: Pirelli Commercial

In 1993, Sharon Stone appeared in Pirelli's commercial, Driving Instinct.

1993: Appearance in Sliver

In 1993, Sharon Stone appeared in the film Sliver.

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.

1993: Starred in Sliver and cameo in Last Action Hero

In 1993, Sharon Stone starred in Sliver and made a cameo appearance in Last Action Hero.

1994: Appeared in Intersection and The Specialist

In 1994, Sharon Stone appeared in Intersection and The Specialist, earning a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress.

1994: Appearance in The Specialist

In 1994, Sharon Stone appeared in the film The Specialist.

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.

1995: Starred in The Quick and the Dead and Casino

In 1995, Sharon Stone starred in The Quick and the Dead and Casino, winning a Golden Globe and receiving an Academy Award nomination for Casino.

1995: Named one of Empire's 100 Sexiest Stars in Film History

In 1995, Sharon Stone was named one of the "100 Sexiest Stars in Film History" by Empire.

1995: Golden Globe Win and Oscar Nomination for Casino

In 1995, Sharon Stone's performance in Casino earned her a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.

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".

1996: Starred in Diabolique and Last Dance

In 1996, Sharon Stone starred in Diabolique and Last Dance, both of which were panned by critics.

1997: Named one of Empire's 100 Sexiest Stars in Film History Again

In 1997, Sharon Stone was again named one of the "100 Sexiest Stars in Film History" by Empire.

February 14, 1998: Marriage to Phil Bronstein

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

1998: Starred in Sphere, Antz and The Mighty

In 1998, Sharon Stone starred in Sphere, lent her voice for the animated film Antz, and starred in The Mighty, earning a Golden Globe nomination for The Mighty.

1999: Starred in Gloria and The Muse

In 1999, Sharon Stone starred in Gloria, a remake of the 1980 film, and The Muse, receiving a Golden Globe nomination for The Muse.

1999: Named one of Playboy's 25 Sexiest Stars of the Century

In 1999, Sharon Stone was named one of the "25 Sexiest Stars of the Century" by Playboy.

2000: Adoption of Son Roan Joseph Bronstein

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

2000: Starred in If These Walls Could Talk 2 and Beautiful Joe

In 2000, Sharon Stone starred in If These Walls Could Talk 2 and Beautiful Joe, receiving a Lucy Award for If These Walls Could Talk 2.

2000: Starred in If These Walls Could Talk 2

In 2000, Sharon Stone starred in the HBO television film If These Walls Could Talk 2.

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.

2003: Return to Screen and Emmy Award

In 2003, Sharon Stone returned to acting with a three-episode arc on 'The Practice' and received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her performance.

2003: Role in Cold Creek Manor

In 2003, Sharon Stone starred in the film 'Cold Creek Manor' with Dennis Quaid, where they played a couple terrorized by the former owner of their estate. The film was not well-received.

2004: Appearance in Catwoman

In 2004, Sharon Stone appeared in the film Catwoman.

2004: Guest Appearance in The Practice

In 2004, Sharon Stone made a guest appearance in The Practice, winning a Primetime Emmy Award.

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.

January 28, 2005: Pledges for Mosquito Nets in Tanzania

On January 28, 2005, Sharon Stone helped solicit pledges for mosquito nets in Tanzania at the World Economic Forum, which led to criticism and financial issues.

2005: Adoption of Laird Vonne

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

2005: Appearance in Broken Flowers

In 2005, Sharon Stone appeared in the film Broken Flowers.

2005: Face of Dior's Capture Skincare Line

In 2005, Sharon Stone became the face of Dior's Capture skincare line.

2005: Broken Flowers Release and Award

In 2005, Sharon Stone starred in 'Broken Flowers', which was met with critical acclaim and nominated for the Palme d'Or at Cannes, where it won the Grand Prix. Also in 2005, she was named Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters in France.

2005: Named Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters in France

In 2005, Sharon Stone was named Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters in France, recognizing her contributions to the arts.

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.

March 31, 2006: Release of Basic Instinct 2

On March 31, 2006, after years of litigation, 'Basic Instinct 2' was released. It performed poorly at the box office.

2006: Adoption of Quinn Kelly Stone

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

2006: Appearances in Alpha Dog and Bobby

In 2006, Sharon Stone appeared in the films Alpha Dog and Bobby.

2007: When a Man Falls in the Forest Premiere

In 2007, Sharon Stone starred in the independent drama 'When a Man Falls in the Forest', which premiered in competition at the 57th Berlin International Film Festival.

May 25, 2008: Comments on Sichuan Earthquake

On May 25, 2008, Sharon Stone made controversial comments about the 2008 Sichuan earthquake during an exchange on the red carpet with Hong Kong's Cable Entertainment News.

2008: Backlash from Sichuan Earthquake Comments

In 2008, Sharon Stone faced backlash for her comments on the Sichuan earthquake, leading to her films being banned in some Chinese theaters and Dior dropping her advertisements.

2008: Direct-to-DVD Release: The Year of Getting to Know Us

In 2008, Sharon Stone starred in 'The Year of Getting to Know Us', which had a direct-to-DVD release in North America.

2009: Direct-to-DVD Release: Five Dollars a Day and Streets of Blood

In 2009, Sharon Stone starred in 'Five Dollars a Day' and 'Streets of Blood', which both had direct-to-DVD releases in North America.

2010: Guest Appearance in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

In 2010, Sharon Stone made a guest appearance in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

February 16, 2011: Largo Winch II Premiere

On February 16, 2011, Sharon Stone's first theatrical release since 2007, 'Largo Winch II', premiered in France and opened in second place at the box office.

2012: Border Run Release

In 2012, Sharon Stone starred in the thriller 'Border Run', which received a direct-to-DVD release.

October 23, 2013: Peace Summit Award

On October 23, 2013, Sharon Stone received the Peace Summit Award for her work for people with HIV/AIDS.

2013: Appearance in Fading Gigolo

In 2013, Sharon Stone appeared in the film Fading Gigolo.

2013: Roles in Lovelace and Fading Gigolo

In 2013, Sharon Stone played roles in 'Lovelace' and 'Fading Gigolo', both of which received decent critical reception.

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.

2014: Oprah Prime Interview

In 2014, Sharon Stone discussed her sex symbol image on Oprah Prime.

2014: Roles in A Golden Boy and Agent X

In 2014, Sharon Stone starred in the Italian dramedy 'A Golden Boy' and the TNT action drama series 'Agent X'.

September 2015: Harper's Bazaar Nude Photoshoot

In September 2015, Sharon Stone posed nude for Harper's Bazaar and discussed the concept of sexiness.

2015: Reflection on Career Challenges

In 2015, Sharon Stone reflected on the professional challenges she faced after her health issues, stating that she felt she had "lost [her] place" in Hollywood and had to figure herself out all over again.

2015: Pilosio Building Peace Award

In 2015, Sharon Stone was the guest of honor at the Pilosio Building Peace Award in Milan, where she raised enough pledges to build 28 schools in Africa through an impromptu auction.

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: Roles in Mothers and Daughters and Life on the Line

In 2016, Sharon Stone played roles in 'Mothers and Daughters' and 'Life on the Line', both of which received a VOD release.

2016: Starred in Airfield Fashion Film

In 2016, Sharon Stone starred in Airfield's Fashion Is a Lovestory short film.

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.

2017: Role in The Disaster Artist

In 2017, Sharon Stone appeared in 'The Disaster Artist', which was a critical and commercial success.

2017: Featured in Mosaic

In 2017, Sharon Stone featured in Steven Soderbergh's Mosaic.

2018: Residence in West Hollywood

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

2018: Role in Mosaic and Satellite Award

In 2018, Sharon Stone starred in Steven Soderbergh's HBO mystery production 'Mosaic' and received the Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress.

2019: Acting Career

As of 2019, Sharon Stone's career spans over four decades, with over one hundred acting credits in film and television.

2019: Appearances in Rolling Thunder Revue and The Laundromat

In 2019, Sharon Stone appeared in the films Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese and The Laundromat.

2020: Featured in Ratched

In 2020, Sharon Stone featured in Ryan Murphy's Ratched.

2020: Roles in Ratched and The New Pope

In 2020, Sharon Stone portrayed a wealthy heiress in the Netflix series 'Ratched' and appeared as herself in 'The New Pope'.

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.