Gwyneth Kate Paltrow, born September 27, 1972, in Los Angeles, is an American actress and entrepreneur. Known for her diverse film career, she earned acclaim for roles in “Shakespeare in Love,” winning an Academy Award. Paltrow also starred in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Pepper Potts. Beyond acting, she founded Goop, a controversial lifestyle brand, and has authored cookbooks. Raised in a mixed religious household, she attended elite schools and briefly studied art history before pursuing acting. Paltrow’s career spans from mid-budget films to blockbusters, with intermittent appearances. She’s recognized for her cultural influence and occasional controversies in health and wellness.
General Information About Famous American Actress and Entrepreneur Gwyneth Paltrow
Category
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Full Name
Gwyneth Kate Paltrow
Nickname
None
Profession
Actress, Entrepreneur
Date of Birth
September 27, 1972
Current Age
52 years, 11 months, 28 days
Husband
Brad Falchuk
Nationality
American
Exploring Gwyneth Paltrow Personal journey
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Name
Gwyneth Kate Paltrow
Birth Name
Gwyneth Kate Paltrow
Nickname
Gwynnie
Height
5′ 9″ (1.75 M )
Figure
34-25-35 in (86-63.5-89 cm)
Weight
60 kg (132 lbs)
Eye Color
Blue
Hair Color
Blonde
Date of Birth
September 27, 1972
Religion
Raised celebrating both Jewish and Christian holidays
Present Address
N/A
Hometown
Santa Monica, California
Gwyneth Paltrow Education
Education Details
Details
High School
Attended Crossroads School in Santa Monica, California
Enrolled in Spence School, an all-girls private school in Manhattan
College
Studied art history at the University of California, Santa Barbara
Dropped out to pursue acting
Language Skills
Fluent in Spanish, conversant in French
Gwyneth Paltrow Favorite
Category
Details
Food
Japanese cuisine
Actor/Actress
Meryl Streep
Musicians
Coldplay (band fronted by Chris Martin)
Song
“Fix You” by Coldplay
Book
“To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee
Hobbies
Cooking, yoga
Films
“The Royal Tenenbaums”, “Shakespeare in Love”
Colour
Blue
Perfume
Estée Lauder’s Pleasures
Director
Wes Anderson
Holiday Destinations
The South of France
Likes
Wellness practices, spending time with family
Gwyneth Paltrow Relationship Journey
Affair/Boyfriend
Married Status
Brad Pitt
Engaged, then called off
Ben Affleck
Never married
Chris Martin (Coldplay)
Married, then separated
Brad Falchuk
Married
Gwyneth Paltrow Career Journey
Year
Work
Role
Notes
1989
High (TV film)
Young girl
Acting debut directed by her father Bruce Paltrow
1991
Shout
Rebecca
Film debut
1991
Hook
Young Wendy Darling
Directed by Steven Spielberg, her godfather
1992
Cruel Doubt (TV film)
Angela Pritchard
Made-for-television movie
1993
Deadly Relations (TV film)
Carol Ann
Made-for-television movie
1993
Flesh and Bone
Ginny
Feature film debut role
1995
Se7en
Tracy Mills
Nominated for Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress
1995
Moonlight and Valentino
Lucy Trager
1995
Jefferson in Paris
Martha Jefferson Randolph
1996
Emma
Emma Woodhouse
Critical acclaim; recognized for her British accent and performance
1996
The Pallbearer
Julie DeMarco
1997
Great Expectations
Estella
1998
Sliding Doors
Helen Quilley
1998
Hush
Helen Baring
1998
A Perfect Murder
Emily Bradford Taylor
1998
Shakespeare in Love
Viola de Lesseps
Won Academy Award, Golden Globe, and SAG Award for Best Actress
1999
The Talented Mr. Ripley
Marge Sherwood
2000
Bounce
Abby Janello
2000
Duets
Liv
Showcased singing ability
2001
Shallow Hal
Rosemary Shanahan
Wore a fatsuit for the role
2001
The Royal Tenenbaums
Margot Tenenbaum
Ensemble cast; received critical acclaim
2002
Possession
Maud Bailey
Based on the novel by A. S. Byatt
2003
Sylvia
Sylvia Plath
Biographical drama
2004
Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow
Polly Perkins
Science fiction film
2005
Proof
Catherine
Based on the play by David Auburn; received Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress
2006
Running with Scissors
Hope Finch
2006
Infamous
Kitty Dean
2006
Love and Other Disasters
Hollywood Jacks
2007
The Good Night
Dora
Directed by her brother Jake Paltrow
2008
Iron Man
Virginia “Pepper” Potts
Role reprised in subsequent Marvel Cinematic Universe films
2008
Two Lovers
Michelle Rausch
Premiered at Cannes; received positive reviews for her performance
2010
Iron Man 2
Virginia “Pepper” Potts
2010
Country Strong
Kelly Canter
Received mixed reviews; performed songs for the film
2010
Glee (TV series)
Holly Holliday
Won Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series; reprised role in subsequent episodes and concert film
2011
Contagion
Beth Emhoff
Ensemble cast; critical acclaim for the film
2012
The Avengers
Virginia “Pepper” Potts
Highest-grossing film at the time; part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
2013
Iron Man 3
Virginia “Pepper” Potts
Grossed over $1.2 billion worldwide
2019
Avengers: Endgame
Virginia “Pepper” Potts
Final appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
2019
The Politician (TV series)
Georgina Hobart
Supporting role; Netflix series
2021
Sex, Love & Goop (TV series)
Herself (host)
Produced and starred in
Gwyneth Paltrow Career Statistics
Category
Details
Total Films
46 films
Total Television Shows
5 television shows
Awards Won
1 Academy Award, 1 Golden Globe Award, 1 Screen Actors Guild Award, 1 Primetime Emmy Award
Nominations
Numerous nominations including 2 Golden Globe nominations, 1 Primetime Emmy nomination, 1 Saturn Award nomination, 1 BAFTA nomination, and others
Highest Grossing Film
The Avengers (2012) – Grossed over $1.5 billion worldwide
Other Notable Films
Shakespeare in Love (1998), Iron Man 3 (2013), Iron Man (2008), Iron Man 2 (2010), The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999), The Royal Tenenbaums (2001), Contagion (2011)
Television Highlight
Won Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in Glee
Other Notable Awards
Crystal Award from Women in Film Los Angeles, Outstanding Woman in Entertainment Award
Career Highlights
– Lead role in Shakespeare in Love which earned her an Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and SAG Award – Significant roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Pepper Potts
