Brad Pitt
- Oct 27, 2020
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Updated: Aug 7
DOB: December 18, 1963 | Birthplace: Shawnee, Oklahoma | Profession: Actor, Producer
Brad Pitt is an acclaimed American actor and producer known for his leading-man charm, versatility, and long-standing influence in both blockbuster and independent cinema. With a career spanning over three decades, Pitt has become one of the most recognizable and respected figures in Hollywood, earning both critical acclaim and popular success.
Early years
William Bradley Pitt was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, and raised in Springfield, Missouri. He was the eldest of three children in a conservative Southern Baptist family. After studying journalism and advertising at the University of Missouri, he left college just two weeks shy of graduating to pursue an acting career in Los Angeles. He worked odd jobs while training under acting coach Roy London.
Career
Pitt’s rise to fame began in the early 1990s, with a small but memorable role as a charming drifter in Thelma & Louise(1991). His career quickly accelerated with major roles in A River Runs Through It (1992), Legends of the Fall (1994), and Interview with the Vampire (1994). He solidified his reputation as a serious actor with critically acclaimed performances in Seven (1995) and 12 Monkeys (1995), the latter earning him a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination.
Throughout the 2000s, Pitt became one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood, starring in high-profile films such as Fight Club (1999), Troy (2004), Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005), and Ocean’s Eleven (2001) and its sequels. He also evolved into a respected producer through his company Plan B Entertainment, which produced Oscar-winning films such as 12 Years a Slave (2013), The Big Short (2015), and Moonlight (2016).
Pitt won his first acting Oscar for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), playing the laid-back stuntman Cliff Booth, further showcasing his comic timing and veteran screen presence.
Behind the scenes
Brad Pitt’s personal life has often been in the public spotlight. He was married to actresses Jennifer Aniston and later Angelina Jolie, with whom he shares six children. While he has maintained a relatively private demeanor in recent years, he has spoken openly about personal growth, therapy, and sobriety. His interests include architecture, art, and humanitarian work.
Top 10 Films/TV Shows
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
Fight Club (1999)
12 Monkeys (1995)
Seven (1995)
Moneyball (2011)
Inglourious Basterds (2009)
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
Babel (2006)
Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Accolades
Brad Pitt has won two Academy Awards — one as a producer for 12 Years a Slave and another for Best Supporting Actor in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. He has received numerous nominations across major awards bodies, including the Golden Globes, BAFTA, and Screen Actors Guild.
Honors and recognitionsIn addition to industry accolades, Pitt has been named one of the most influential people in the world by Time magazine and regularly appears on lists of Hollywood's greatest actors. He has used his platform to support causes related to housing reconstruction, climate change, and global health.
Conclusion
Brad Pitt has evolved from a heartthrob into one of Hollywood’s most formidable and enduring talents. With his ability to balance artistic credibility with box office appeal, he remains a force in the film industry as both actor and producer.
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