Naomi Watts
Actress known for 'Mulholland Drive'
Born
September 28th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Australia
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This English-Australian actress and producer achieved prominence in Hollywood with a career spanning several decades. Breakout roles included performances in 'Mulholland Drive' and '21 Grams', which garnered critical acclaim and various award nominations. Watts received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her role in 'The Impossible'. Other notable films include 'King Kong' and 'Birdman'. In addition to acting, Watts took on producing roles, contributing to the development of various projects. She has been involved in both independent films and major studio productions, showcasing versatility across genres.
Received an Academy Award nomination for 'The Impossible'
Starred in 'Mulholland Drive'
Appeared in 'King Kong'
Featured in '21 Grams'
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