Brad Pitt

About

Brad Pitt, born as William Bradley Pitt on December 18, 1963, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, is an acclaimed American actor and film producer. Pitt stepped into the world of film in the late 1980s and had his breakthrough performance in the 1991 road movie "Thelma & Louise". Known for his strikingly diverse roles and solid performances, he has been a part of several iconic films such as "Fight Club", "Troy", "Mr. & Mrs. Smith", "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button", "Inglourious Basterds", "Moneyball", and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood". The actor received his first Academy Award as a producer under his own company, Plan B Entertainment, for "12 Years a Slave" and won his first acting Oscar for "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood". Pitt is also recognized for his humanitarian and charity work, notably through the Make It Right Foundation following Hurricane Katrina.

Associated With

Brad Pitt is a well-known figure in the film industry and has various associations with numerous industry professionals through his extensive acting career. He has notably collaborated with directors like David Fincher in films such as "Fight Club," "Se7en," and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," and Quentin Tarantino in "Inglourious Basterds" and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." In terms of acting, he’s shared the screen with prominent actors including Morgan Freeman, Edward Norton, and Tom Cruise. As for personal relationships, he was married to Jennifer Aniston from 2000 to 2005 and then to Angelina Jolie from 2014 to 2019, both renowned actresses. Furthermore, he's been a producer on many successful films like "12 Years a Slave" and "The Big Short" through his production company, Plan B Entertainment.

Career Highlights

• In 1987, Brad Pitt made his acting debut with uncredited parts in the films "No Way Out", "No Man's Land", and "Less Than Zero".
• He received significant recognition in 1991 for his role in "Thelma & Louise".
• In 1995, Pitt received a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor and an Academy Award nomination for his performance in "12 Monkeys".
• In 1999, he starred in the cult classic "Fight Club" and the hugely successful "Meet Joe Black".
• Pitt earned his first Academy Award as a producer under his own company, Plan B Entertainment, for "The Departed" in 2006.
• He received critical acclaim for his performance in "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" in 2008, earning him another Academy Award nomination for Best ActorA performer who portrays a character in a film, television show, theater, or other dramatic producti....
• In 2012, Brad Pitt produced and starred in "Moneyball", which led to an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor and Best Picture.
• Pitt won his first acting Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" in 2019.
• In 2020, he won his second Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood".

Notable Awards

• Brad Pitt is an acclaimed actor who has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career. Some of these notable awards include:
• Academy Awards (Oscars)Prestigious annual American awards presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, rec...:
• - Best Actor in a Supporting Role for "12 Monkeys" (1996) - Nominated
• - Best Actor in a Leading Role for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" (2009) - Nominated
• - Best Actor in a Leading Role for "Moneyball" (2012) - Nominated
• - Best Picture for "12 Years a Slave" (2014) - Won (as producerA key figure responsible for managing the production of a film, TV show, or album, including financi...)
• - Best Actor in a Supporting Role for "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood" (2020) - Won
• Golden Globe AwardsAwards presented annually by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association to recognize excellence in film...:
• - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture for "12 Monkeys" (1996) - Won
• - Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama for "Babel" (2007) - Nominated
• - Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" (2009) - Nominated
• - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture for "The Big Short" (2016) - Nominated
• - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture for "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood" (2020) - Won
• BAFTA Awards (British Academy Film Awards)Annual awards presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts to honor the best British...:
• - Best Actor in a Supporting Role for "12 Monkeys" (1996) - Nominated
• - Best Actor in a Leading Role for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"(2009) - Nominated
• - Best Actor in a Leading Role for "Moneyball" (2012) - Nominated
• - Best Actor in a Supporting Role for "Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood" (2020) - Won
• Screen Actors Guild Awards:
• - Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role for "12 Monkeys" (1996) - Nominated
• - Outstanding performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" (2009) - Nominated
• - Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for "Moneyball" (2012) - Nominated
• - Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role for "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" (2020) - Won

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Brad Pitt Movie/TV Show?

Brad Pitt has starred in several critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, making it challenging to pinpoint the most popular. However, "Fight Club," released in 1999, directed by David Fincher and based on Chuck Palahniuk's novel, has garnered a cult following over the years and is often cited among Pitt's most notable performances. He portrayed Tyler Durden, an anarchistic character with a complex psychological profile. Despite initially receiving mixed reviews, the film's popularity surged due to its provocative themes and quotable dialogue. Nevertheless, it might be worth noting that films such as "Seven," "12 Monkeys," and "Inglourious Basterds" are also widely appreciated, not to mention his Academy Award-winning turn in "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." As far as TV shows are concerned, Brad Pitt isn't widely known for his television work, yet his guest appearances on "Friends" were notably popular.

How Did Brad Pitt Get Famous?

Brad Pitt got his fame in Hollywood primarily due to his impressive acting skills and charismatic on-screen presence. Although minor roles in television series and films marked the beginning of his acting career, his breakthrough came with the road film "Thelma & Louise" (1991) where his small but impactful role as a charming drifter created a sensation. This led to leading roles in successful movies like "A River Runs Through It", "Legends of the Fall", and "Interview with the Vampire." However, it was his performances in the critically acclaimed films "Fight Club" and "Seven" that solidified his position as one of the leading actors of his time. He has since continued to deliver stellar performances in various critically and commercially successful films, making him a household name and a force to be reckoned with in the film industry.