Emma Roberts

About

Emma Roberts is an American actress and singer, born on February 10, 1991, in Rhinebeck, New York. She is the daughter of actor Eric Roberts and the niece of Academy Award-winning actress Julia Roberts. Emma's career began in her early teenage years when she played the lead role in the Nickelodeon television series "Unfabulous." She has since starred in numerous films and TV shows including "Aquamarine," "Nancy Drew," "American Horror Story," and "Scream Queens." Emma is also known for her roles in independent films and dramatic cinematic projects.

Associated With

Emma Roberts, granddaughter of actor and singer Milton Berle and niece of actor Julia Roberts, has long-established ties in Hollywood. As an actress, she has collaborated with many high-profile actors and directors in films and TV shows, including Ryan Murphy in "American Horror Story" and "Scream Queens". She has shared the screen with notable actors such as Billie Lourd, Lea Michele, James Franco, and others. As for her personal life, she was engaged to her "American Horror Story" co-star Evan Peters for several years before they split in 2019. Post her split with Peters, she began dating actor Garrett Hedlund and in 2020 the couple welcomed a baby boy. Furthermore, she runs a book-club "Belletrist" collaborating with writers and readers around the world. Hence, Emma Roberts holds a robust network within the industry.

Career Highlights

• 2001: Emma Roberts began her acting career at the early age of nine in the movie "Blow", starring Johnny Depp.
• 2004: Emma landed her breakthrough role as the lead character in the Nickelodeon television series "Unfabulous", for which she was nominated for a Teen Choice Award (2005) and two Young Artist Awards (2006).
• 2007: Roberts began her transition to more mature roles with her performance in the film "Nancy Drew", earning her a nomination for the Kids' Choice Awards.
• 2008: She was part of the ensemble cast of "Lymelife" which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and won the International Critics' Award.
• 2010: She started in the romantic comedy "Valentine's Day", with a cast filled with Hollywood elites.
• 2011: She starred opposite Freddie Highmore in the romantic drama "The Art of Getting By". In the same year, she appeared in "The Girl With The Tramp Stamp Tattoo", a spoof of "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo", showcasing her comedic timing.
• 2013: Roberts played a lead role in the television show "American Horror Story: Coven" which showcased her versatility as an actress. She received critical acclaim for her impressive performance and stayed as a mainstay in subsequent seasons of the anthology series.
• 2016: She won the Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Actress in a Drama/Action Adventure for her role in the television series "Scream Queens".
• 2019: Roberts starred in "Paradise Hills", a science fiction thriller, premiering at the Sundance Film Festival.
• 2020: She played the lead role in the Netflix rom-com, "Holidate".
• 2021: Roberts returned for her fifth season of "American Horror Story" in a guest-starring role in the tenth season, "American Horror Story: Double Feature".

Notable Awards

• Emma Roberts has received a number of awards and nominations throughout her acting career. Some notable ones are:
• Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Feature Film - Supporting Young Actress for her role in "Aquamarine" in 2007.
• ShoWest Female Star of Tomorrow Award in 2010.
• Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Actress: Comedy for her role in "Scream Queens" in 2016.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Emma Roberts Movie/TV Show?

Emma Roberts is prominently known for a variety of roles, but her most popular role might arguably be in the television series "American Horror Story." She has featured in multiple seasons of this popular horror anthology, showcasing versatile performances in each varying storyline. While she has also been in successful films like "We're the Millers" and "Nerve", her recurring presence in "American Horror Story", a critically acclaimed and widely watched TV show, places it as one of her most known works.

How Did Emma Roberts Get Famous?

Emma Roberts gained her fame initially as the daughter of actor Eric Roberts and the niece of actress Julia Roberts. However, she carved out her own path in the entertainment industry by starring in the Nickelodeon series "Unfabulous" as the character Addie Singer from 2004-2007. This role led to her gaining significant recognition among younger audiences. Her fame increased when she started taking on more mature roles in films like "Aquamarine" and "Nancy Drew", and later in popular television series such as "American Horror Story" and "Scream Queens". Her talent and the steady progression of her career have solidified her status in Hollywood.