Emily Blunt

About

Emily Blunt is a renowned British actress born on February 23, 1983, in London, England. She began her acting career in 2001 with stage performances, earning her recognition from critics and the public. Blunt garnered global recognition for her breakout role in "The Devil Wears Prada (2006)" alongside Meryl Streep. Since then, she has starred in several critically acclaimed films, including "Edge of Tomorrow (2014)", "Into the Woods (2014)", "Sicario (2015)", and "A Quiet Place (2018)." She has won a Golden Globe and has been nominated for numerous awards throughout her career. Blunt is married to American actorA performer who portrays a character in a film, television show, theater, or other dramatic producti... John Krasinski, and they have two children together.

Associated With

Emily Blunt is highly connected within the film industry. As an actress, she has worked with numerous notable directors and actors. She starred alongside Meryl Streep in both "The Devil Wears Prada" and "Into the Woods", evidencing her established working relationship with her. She has also acted in multiple films directed by her husband, John Krasinski, including the critically acclaimed "A Quiet Place" series. Through her marriage to Krasinski, she also has ties to the American television industry, particularly the cast of "The Office", where her husband held a leading role. Moreover, before marrying Krasinski in 2010, she was in a relationship with Canadian singer Michael Bublé from 2005 to 2008. Other notable collaborations include those with Tom Cruise in "Edge of Tomorrow", and Ewan McGregor in "Salmon Fishing in the Yemen". With a highly successful and ongoing career, Blunt’s associations in the industry are widespread and influential.

Career Highlights

• 2001: Emily Blunt began her acting career with a crucial debut performance, starring in a break-through theatrical production of "The Royal Family".
• 2003: She received wider acclaim for her role in the British drama, "Boudica" and then the heart touching drama "Henry VIII".
• 2005: Emily gained further recognition for her work in the TV movie, "Gideon's Daughter," for which she was awarded a Golden Globe.
• 2006: She garnered a larger international following on account of her exceptional performance as Emily Charlton in "The Devil Wears Prada".
• 2007: She received the Evening Standard British Film Award for Best Actress for her work in "My Summer of Love".
• 2009: Emily starred in the hugely successful romantic comedy, "The Young Victoria", for which she was nominated for a BAFTA award in Best Actress category.
• 2012: She had a lead role in the time-bending thriller, "Looper".
• 2014: Blunt solidified her star status with high-profile action roles in science fiction film "Edge of Tomorrow."
• 2015: She received critical acclaim for her dramatic acting skills in the thriller motion picture "Sicario."
• 2016: Emily received a BAFTA nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role for "The Girl on the Train."
• 2018: Her work in "A Quiet Place," which she also co-produced, earned her a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role.
• 2018: She also received critical acclaim for her role as the iconic Mary Poppins in "Mary Poppins Returns," earning her another SAG award nomination for Outstanding Performance.

Notable Awards

• Emily Blunt is a renowned British actress recognized for her performances both on screen and stage. Some of the notable awards she has won include:
• Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television for "Gideon's Daughter" in 2007.
• Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture for "The Devil Wears Prada" in 2007.
• Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role for "A Quiet Place" in 2019.
• Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Actress in an Action Movie for "Edge of Tomorrow" in 2015.
• Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Actress in a Comedy for "The Devil Wears Prada" in 2007.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Emily Blunt Movie/TV Show?

Emily Blunt has starred in numerous popular films throughout her career but is most widely renowned for her role in the movie "The Devil Wears Prada" (2006). In this film, she played the role of the uptight assistant Emily Charlton to Meryl Streep's demanding fashion editorIn film or television, an editor assembles various shots into a coherent sequence to create the fina..., Miranda Priestly. The film was a box office hit, grossing more than $326 million worldwide, and Blunt's nuanced performance earned her a BAFTA nomination. This role significantly boosted Blunt's career and remains one of her most recognized performances.

How Did Emily Blunt Get Famous?

Emily Blunt gained fame through her acting career which began in the early 2000s. Her breakout role came in 2006 when she starred in the film "The Devil Wears Prada" alongside Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, earning a Golden Globe nomination for her performance. She continued to build on her success with roles in many notable films such as "Edge of Tomorrow," "Into the Woods," and "A Quiet Place." Her distinguished performance as the lead character in "Mary Poppins Returns" further solidified her status as a leading lady in Hollywood. Blunt's multifaceted performances showcasing both her dramatic and comedic skills have made her a recognizable and celebrated figure in the film industry.