Julia Roberts, 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 on October 28, 1967, in Smyrna, Georgia, comes from a family of actors and playwrights, shaping her early interest in the performing arts.
The Roberts family faced significant turmoil following the divorce of Julia’s parents in 1971, which deeply affected her and her siblings.
Julia initially aspired to become a veterinarian but shifted her focus to acting, inspired by her brother Eric Roberts’ success in Hollywood.
She gained critical acclaim for her breakout role in “Mystic Pizza” (1988) and achieved global fame with her performance in “Pretty Woman” (1990), earning multiple award nominations.
Julia Roberts won her first Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in “Erin Brockovich” (2000), solidifying her status as one of Hollywood’s leading actresses.
Despite her fame, Roberts prioritizes family life, maintaining a grounded lifestyle with her husband, cinematographer Daniel Moder, and their three 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren.
Julia Roberts has engaged in various philanthropic efforts, supporting organizations like UNICEF and focusing on female empowerment through her production company, Red Om Films.