Halle Berry

Born:August 14, 1966

Place of Birth:Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Halle Berry, born Maria Halle Berry on August 14, 1966, is an iconic American actress who has made a significant mark in Hollywood. Her journey to stardom began with a career in modeling and beauty pageants, where she showcased her undeniable talent and beauty. However, it was her breakthrough role in the romantic comedy "Boomerang" alongside Eddie Murphy that truly put her on the map.

With a versatile range and undeniable on-screen presence, Berry quickly rose to become one of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood during the 2000s. Her portrayal of a struggling widow in the romantic drama "Monster's Ball" not only solidified her as a powerhouse in the industry but also made history as she became the first African-American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Throughout her career, Berry has taken on a diverse range of roles, from the fierce Storm in the X-Men film series to the seductive Bond girl Jinx in "Die Another Day." Despite facing varying critical and commercial reception for some of her projects, Berry has always brought depth and authenticity to her performances, captivating audiences worldwide.

In addition to her acting prowess, Berry has also delved into the world of production, launching her own company, 606 Films, in 2014. This move allowed her to take creative control and work on projects that not only showcased her talent in front of the camera but also behind the scenes.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Berry's personal life has also been in the spotlight. With marriages to notable figures like baseball player David Justice, singer-songwriter Eric Benét, and actor Olivier Martinez, Berry's journey in love has been as captivating as her on-screen performances. She is a proud mother of two children, each from different relationships, showing her dedication to both her career and her family.

In recent years, Berry has continued to push boundaries and explore new horizons in her career. From starring in action-packed films like "John Wick: Chapter 3—Parabellum" to making her directorial debut with the Netflix drama "Bruised," she continues to showcase her versatility and talent in the ever-evolving landscape of Hollywood.

As a Revlon spokesmodel since 1996, Berry has also made her mark in the world of beauty and fashion, embodying elegance and grace both on and off the red carpet. Her influence extends beyond the silver screen, inspiring generations of aspiring actors and filmmakers to pursue their dreams with passion and dedication.

Halle Berry's legacy as an actress, producer, and director continues to inspire and empower audiences worldwide. With a career marked by groundbreaking performances and a fearless approach to her craft, she remains a true trailblazer in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark on Hollywood for years to come.

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Filmography

Acting

John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum

Sofia

2019

Super-assassin John Wick returns with a $14 million price tag on his head and an army of bounty-hunting killers on his trail. After killing a member of the shadowy international assassin’s guild, the High Table, John Wick is excommunicado, but the world’s most ruthless hit men and women await his every turn.

X-Men: Days of Future Past

Storm

2014

The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods as they join forces with their younger selves in an epic battle that must change the past – to save our future.

Robots

Cappy (voice)

2005

Rodney Copperbottom is a young robot inventor who dreams of making the world a better place, until the evil Ratchet takes over Bigweld Industries. Now, Rodney's dreams – and those of his friends – are in danger of becoming obsolete.

Cloud Atlas

Native Woman / Jocasta Ayrs / Luisa Rey / Indian Party Guest / Ovid / Meronym

2012

A set of six nested stories spanning time between the 19th century and a distant post-apocalyptic future. Cloud Atlas explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future. Based on the award winning novel by David Mitchell. Directed by Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis.

The Union

Roxanne Hall

2024

A New Jersey construction worker goes from regular guy to aspiring spy when his long-lost high school sweetheart recruits him for an espionage mission.

Never Let Go

Momma

2024

As an evil takes over the world beyond their front doorstep, the only protection for a mother and her twin sons is their house and their family’s protective bond.

Kingsman: The Golden Circle

Ginger

2017

When an attack on the Kingsman headquarters takes place and a new villain rises, Eggsy and Merlin are forced to work together with the American agency known as the Statesman to save the world.

Moonfall

Jocinda Fowler

2022

A mysterious force knocks the moon from its orbit around Earth and sends it hurtling on a collision course with life as we know it.

Die Another Day

Jinx

2002

James Bond is sent to investigate the connection between a North Korean terrorist and a diamond mogul, who is funding the development of an international space weapon.

Movie 43

Emily (segment "Truth or Dare")

2013

A series of interconnected short films are the backdrop for a maniac screenwriter who pitches insane storylines featuring some of Hollywood's biggest and brightest.

Catwoman

Patience Phillips / Catwoman

2004

Liquidated after discovering a corporate conspiracy, mild-mannered graphic artist Patience Phillips washes up on an island, where she's resurrected and endowed with the prowess of a cat — and she's eager to use her new skills... as a vigilante. Before you can say "cat and mouse", handsome gumshoe Tom Lone is on her tail, fascinated by both of her personas.

The Call

Jordan Turner

2013

Jordan Turner is an experienced 911 operator but when she makes an error in judgment and a call ends badly, Jordan is rattled and unsure if she can continue. But when teenager Casey Welson is abducted in the back of a man's car and calls 911, Jordan is the one called upon to use all of her experience, insights and quick thinking to help Casey escape, and not just to save her, but to make sure the man is brought to justice.

The Flintstones

Sharron Stone

1994

Modern Stone Age family the Flintstones hit the big screen in this live-action version of the classic cartoon. Fred helps Barney adopt a child. Barney sees an opportunity to repay him when Slate Mining tests its employees to find a new executive. But no good deed goes unpunished.

The Last Boy Scout

Cory

1991

When the girl that detective Joe Hallenback is protecting gets murdered, the boyfriend of the murdered girl attempts to investigate and solve the case. What they discover is that there is deep seated corruption going on between a crooked politician and the owner of a pro football team.

Swordfish

Ginger

2001

Rogue agent Gabriel Shear is determined to get his mitts on $9 billion stashed in a secret Drug Enforcement Administration account. He wants the cash to fight terrorism, but lacks the computer skills necessary to hack into the government mainframe. Enter Stanley Jobson, a n'er-do-well encryption expert who can log into anything.

Gothika

Miranda Grey

2003

After a car crash, criminal psychologist Dr. Miranda Grey regains consciousness only to find that she's a patient in the same mental institution that currently employs her. She's been accused of murdering her husband Dr. Douglas Grey — but she has no memory of committing the crime. As she tries to regain her memory and convince her co-worker, Dr. Pete Graham, of her innocence, a vengeful spirit uses her as an earthly pawn, which further convinces everyone of her guilt.

Perfect Stranger

Rowena Price

2007

A journalist goes undercover to ferret out businessman Harrison Hill as her best friend's killer. Posing as one of his temps, she enters into a game of online cat-and-mouse.

Executive Decision

Jean

1996

Terrorists hijack a 747 inbound to Washington D.C., demanding the release of their imprisoned leader. Intelligence expert David Grant (Kurt Russell) suspects another reason and he is soon the reluctant member of a special assault team that is assigned to intercept the plane and hijackers.

Monster's Ball

Leticia Musgrove

2001

A prison guard begins a tentative romance with the unsuspecting widow of a man whose execution he presided over.

Boomerang

Angela Lewis

1992

Marcus is a successful advertising executive who woos and beds women almost at will. After a company merger he finds that his new boss, the ravishing Jacqueline, is treating him in exactly the same way. Completely traumatised by this, his work goes badly downhill.

New Year's Eve

Nurse Aimee

2011

The lives of several couples and singles in New York intertwine over the course of New Year's Eve.

Jungle Fever

Vivian

1991

A successful and married black man contemplates having an affair with a white girl from work. He's quite rightly worried that the racial difference would make an already taboo relationship even worse.

Bulworth

Nina

1998

A suicidally disillusioned liberal politician puts a contract out on himself and takes the opportunity to be bluntly honest with his voters by affecting the rhythms and speech of hip-hop music and culture.

B.A.P.S

Nisi

1997

Two wannabe Black American princesses aim to marry rich men, who will pay for their world's first combination hair salon and soul food restaurant.

The Rich Man's Wife

Josie Potenza

1996

A rich man's wife finds she has a bad prenuptial agreement with an even worse husband. Over drinks with a stranger, she fantasizes about doing her husband in to void the prenup — but much to her surprise, the stranger decides to turn her imagination into reality.

X-Men

Storm

2000

Two mutants, Rogue and Wolverine, come to a private academy for their kind whose resident superhero team, the X-Men, must oppose a terrorist organization with similar powers.

X-Men: The Last Stand

Ororo Munroe / Storm

2006

When a cure is found to treat mutations, lines are drawn amongst the X-Men—led by Professor Charles Xavier—and the Brotherhood, a band of powerful mutants organised under Xavier's former ally, Magneto.

X2

Ororo Munroe / Storm

2003

Professor Charles Xavier and his team of genetically gifted superheroes face a rising tide of anti-mutant sentiment led by Col. William Stryker. Storm, Wolverine and Jean Grey must join their usual nemeses—Magneto and Mystique—to unhinge Stryker's scheme to exterminate all mutants.

Production

Never Let Go

Executive Producer

2024

As an evil takes over the world beyond their front doorstep, the only protection for a mother and her twin sons is their house and their family’s protective bond.