Kate Winslet
English actress known for Titanic
Born
October 5th, 1975
49 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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An English actress gained prominence with the role of Rose DeWitt Bukater in the blockbuster film Titanic. This portrayal earned critical acclaim and established a successful career in film. Other significant roles included the portrayal of Clementine Kruczynski in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Hanna Schmitz in The Reader, the latter winning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Winslet also starred in the television series Mildred Pierce, which earned several awards and nominations. Her work has spanned various genres, showcasing versatility in performances.
Starred as Rose in Titanic
Received Academy Award for The Reader
Won Emmy Award for Mildred Pierce
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