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Overview and main events
Early Life and Education
Career Beginnings
Rise to Prominence
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Brad Pitt. Overview and main events
Overview and main events
William Bradley Pitt, known professionally as Brad Pitt, is a renowned American actor and film producer. Born on December 18, 1963, Pitt has established himself as one of the most influential and versatile actors in Hollywood, known for his diverse range of roles and numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award.
December 18, 1963
Birth
Brad Pitt was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to William Alvin Pitt, the proprietor of a trucking company, and Jane Etta Hillhouse, a school counselor.
1983-1987
University of Missouri
Pitt attended the University of Missouri, where he studied journalism with a focus on advertising. However, he dropped out just short of graduation to pursue an acting career in California.
1991
Breakthrough Role in Thelma & Louise
Pitt gained widespread recognition for his role as a charming cowboy hitchhiker in Ridley Scott's road film "Thelma & Louise", marking a significant turning point in his career.
1992
A River Runs Through It
Pitt starred in Robert Redford's "A River Runs Through It", a drama that cemented his status as a multi-layered actor and showcased his ability to portray complex characters.
1995
Critical Acclaim in Se7en and 12 Monkeys
Pitt received critical acclaim for his roles in the gritty thriller "Se7en" and the science fiction drama "12 Monkeys", for which he won a Golden Globe Award and received an Oscar nomination.
2001
Co-founding Plan B Entertainment
Pitt co-founded the production company Plan B Entertainment, which has produced several acclaimed films, including "12 Years a Slave", for which Pitt won the Academy Award for Best Picture as a producer.
2005
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Pitt starred alongside Angelina Jolie in the romantic crime film "Mr. & Mrs. Smith", a role that not only highlighted his acting skills but also marked the beginning of a high-profile relationship with Jolie.
2013
Academy Award for 12 Years a Slave
As a producer, Pitt won the Academy Award for Best Picture for "12 Years a Slave", a historical drama based on the true story of Solomon Northup.
2019
Academy Award for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Pitt won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as a stuntman in Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood", further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and talented actor.
