Kristen Stewart
American actress in Twilight saga
Born
April 9th, 1990
35 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress achieved fame through the role of Bella Swan in the Twilight saga, which spanned five films from 2008 to 2012. Other notable works include starring in the critically acclaimed films Clouds of Sils Maria and Personal Shopper. Stewart also received recognition for her performance in the biopic Spencer, which portrayed Princess Diana. Her work has garnered numerous accolades, including a César Award, making her the first American to win this honor. Stewart has also directed and produced projects, showcasing versatility within the film industry.
Portrayed Bella Swan in the Twilight series
Starred in Clouds of Sils Maria
Played Princess Diana in Spencer
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