History of Susan Sarandon in Timeline

Susan Sarandon is a highly acclaimed American actor whose career has spanned over five decades. She has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award and a British Academy Film Award. She has also been nominated for six Primetime Emmy Awards and nine Golden Globe Awards, highlighting her consistent presence and recognition within the film and television industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

September 16, 1967: Marriage to Chris Sarandon

On September 16, 1967, Susan Sarandon married fellow student Chris Sarandon.

1975: Trial Separation Announcement

In 1975, Susan Sarandon and Chris Sarandon announced a trial separation.

1977: Relationship with Louis Malle

In 1977, Susan Sarandon began a live-in relationship with director Louis Malle, which lasted until 1980.

1979: Divorce from Chris Sarandon

In 1979, Susan Sarandon divorced Chris Sarandon, but she retained his surname.

1980: End of Relationship with Louis Malle

In 1980, Susan Sarandon ended her live-in relationship with director Louis Malle, after which she was sporadically involved with musician David Bowie and, briefly, actor Sean Penn.

1981: Meeting Franco Amurri on Tempest Set

In 1981, Susan Sarandon met Italian filmmaker Franco Amurri on the set of Tempest.

March 15, 1985: Birth of Daughter Eva Amurri

On March 15, 1985, Susan Sarandon had a daughter, Eva Amurri, with Italian filmmaker Franco Amurri.

1988: Relationship with Tim Robbins

In 1988, Susan Sarandon began living with actor Tim Robbins, whom she met while filming Bull Durham.

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May 15, 1989: Birth of Son John 'Jack' Henry

On May 15, 1989, Susan Sarandon gave birth to her son, John "Jack" Henry, with Tim Robbins.

May 4, 1992: Birth of Son Miles

On May 4, 1992, Susan Sarandon gave birth to her son, Miles, with Tim Robbins.

1995: Interview for The Celluloid Closet

In 1995, Susan Sarandon was among the Hollywood figures interviewed for the documentary "The Celluloid Closet," which explored the depiction of homosexuality in Hollywood films.

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2000: Appearance at Shadow Convention

In 2000, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins appeared at the Shadow Convention in Los Angeles to discuss the issue of drug offenders being unduly punished.

2004: Advisory Committee for Activist Group

In 2004, Susan Sarandon served on the advisory committee for 2004 Racism Watch, an activist group.

2006: Genealogical Research and Awards

In 2006, Susan Sarandon and relatives explored her Welsh genealogy, documented by BBC Wales. She also received the Ragusani Nel Mondo prize for her Sicilian roots.

2008: Campaigning for John Edwards

In 2008, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins campaigned for John Edwards in New Hampshire during the U.S. presidential election, with Sarandon stating she believed "Jesus would be very supportive of John Edwards." She later endorsed Barack Obama.

2009: Breakup with Tim Robbins

In 2009, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins ended their relationship.

2009: Lifetime Achievement Award

In 2009, Susan Sarandon received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Stockholm International Film Festival.

2010: Induction into New Jersey Hall of Fame

In 2010, Susan Sarandon was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame.

March 12, 2011: Speaking at Wisconsin Protest

On March 12, 2011, Susan Sarandon addressed a crowd in Madison, Wisconsin, protesting Governor Scott Walker and his Budget Repair Bill.

September 27, 2011: Speaking at Occupy Wall Street Protest

On September 27, 2011, Susan Sarandon spoke to reporters and interested parties at the Occupy Wall Street protest in New York City.

October 15, 2011: Controversy over Nazi remark

On October 15, 2011, Susan Sarandon used the word Nazi to describe Pope Benedict XVI, generating complaints from Roman Catholic authorities and the Anti-Defamation League, who requested an apology.

2011: Outstanding Artistic Life Award

In 2011, Susan Sarandon received the Outstanding Artistic Life Award at the Shanghai International Film Festival.

2012: Obama's Presidential Performance

In 2012, during the U.S. presidential election, Susan Sarandon and film director Michael Moore expressed that they were not thrilled with Barack Obama's performance, but hoped for his re-election.

2013: Inauguration of International Film Festival of India

In 2013, Susan Sarandon was invited to inaugurate the 44th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.

May 2015: Campaign for Documentary Funding

In May 2015, Susan Sarandon launched a campaign with Represent.com to sell T-shirts to fund the documentary "Deep Run", which tells the story of a North Carolina teen undergoing a gender transition.

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2015: Breakup with Jonathan Bricklin

In 2015, Susan Sarandon and Jonathan Bricklin broke up.

2015: Goldene Kamera Award

In 2015, Susan Sarandon received the Goldene Kamera international lifetime achievement award.

March 28, 2016: Possible Lack of Support for Hillary Clinton

On March 28, 2016, Susan Sarandon indicated in an interview on All In with Chris Hayes that she and other Bernie Sanders supporters might not support Hillary Clinton if she were to become the Democratic nominee for president, during the 2016 United States presidential election.

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October 30, 2016: Endorsement of Jill Stein

On October 30, 2016, Susan Sarandon publicly endorsed Jill Stein, the Green Party of the United States presidential candidate, during the 2016 United States presidential election.

November 26, 2017: Sarandon's Comments on Hillary Clinton

On November 26, 2017, Susan Sarandon expressed in an interview with The Guardian that she considered Hillary Clinton to be "very, very dangerous", stating her belief that Clinton's presidency would have led to continued fracking and warfare.

2017: Affair with Philip Sayer

In 2017, Susan Sarandon revealed that she had an affair with British actor Philip Sayer, who she further revealed had been gay.

2017: Sexuality Open and Up for Grabs

In 2017, Susan Sarandon told Pride Source that her sexuality was "open" and "up for grabs".

June 2018: Gun Violence Rally

In June 2018, Susan Sarandon brought activist Rosa Clemente to the 75th Golden Globe Awards and participated in a rally against gun violence.

June 28, 2018: Arrest at Women Disobey Protest

On June 28, 2018, Susan Sarandon was arrested with 575 others during the Women Disobey protests at the Hart Senate Office Building, protesting against Donald Trump's migrant separation policy.

May 27, 2021: Support for Palestinian people

On May 27, 2021, Susan Sarandon tweeted in support of the Palestinian people and Bella Hadid, and co-signed an open letter criticizing Israel. Sarandon was also the executive producer for Soufra, a documentary about a food truck in a Palestinian refugee camp.

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2021: Comments on Dating Interests

In a 2021 episode of the Divorced Not Dead podcast, Susan Sarandon said regarding her dating interests, "I don't care if it's a man or a woman. I mean, I'm open to all age, all color. And those for me, those things are just details."

February 2022: Criticism and Apology for Tweet

In February 2022, Susan Sarandon faced criticism from law enforcement organizations for sharing a tweet that described a photo of police officers honoring a killed officer as fascism. She later deleted the tweet and posted an apology on Twitter.

September 2022: Apparent Coming Out as Bisexual

In September 2022, Susan Sarandon seemingly came out as bisexual during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

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November 2023: Statements on Gaza War and Fallout

In November 2023, Susan Sarandon spoke out against the Israeli government's actions during the Gaza war. Following her comments at a pro-Palestinian rally, she was dropped as a client by United Talent Agency.

March 12, 2025: Support for Palestinian Activist

On March 12, 2025, Susan Sarandon attended the detention hearing of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, detained by ICE, and voiced her support for his free speech rights.