Full Name: Scarlett Ingrid Johansson
Date of Birth: November 22, 1984
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
Occupation: Actress, Singer, Producer
Height: 5’3″ (160 cm)
Spouse(s):
- Ryan Reynolds (m. 2008–2011)
- Romain Dauriac (m. 2014–2017)
- Colin Jost (m. 2020)
Children: 2 (Rose Dorothy Dauriac, Cosmo Jost)
Early Life
Scarlett Johansson was born in Manhattan, New York City, to an artistic family. Her father, Karsten Johansson, is an architect from Denmark, and her mother, Melanie Sloan, is a producer with Jewish ancestry. Scarlett has a twin brother, Hunter Johansson, along with three other siblings. Her passion for acting emerged early, and she attended the Professional Children’s School in Manhattan.
Acting Career
Scarlett Johansson made her film debut at the age of 9 in the fantasy comedy North (1994). She garnered early acclaim for her performances in Manny & Lo (1996), The Horse Whisperer (1998), and Ghost World (2001).
Her breakthrough came with Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation (2003), where she starred opposite Bill Murray. Her portrayal earned her a BAFTA Award for Best Actress and widespread recognition. The same year, she appeared in Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003), further cementing her reputation as a versatile actress.
Notable Films:
- Lost in Translation (2003)
- Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003)
- Match Point (2005)
- The Prestige (2006)
- Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008)
- Her (2013)
- Lucy (2014)
- Marriage Story (2019)
- Jojo Rabbit (2019)
Johansson is also widely known for her role as Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), starting with Iron Man 2 (2010) and appearing in subsequent Avengers films. She headlined her standalone MCU film, Black Widow (2021).
Other Work and Musical Career
Scarlett Johansson has a passion for music and released two albums:
- Anywhere I Lay My Head (2008) – featuring Tom Waits covers
- Break Up (2009) – a collaboration with Pete Yorn
She has also ventured into Broadway, earning a Tony Award for her performance in A View from the Bridge (2010).
Personal Life
Johansson has been married three times:
- Ryan Reynolds (2008–2011)
- Romain Dauriac (2014–2017), with whom she shares a daughter, Rose Dorothy
- Colin Jost (married in 2020), and they have a son, Cosmo (born in 2021)
Achievements and Honors
- BAFTA Award for Lost in Translation (2003)
- Tony Award for A View from the Bridge (2010)
- Two Academy Award nominations for Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit (2019)
- One of the highest-grossing box office stars of all time
- Hollywood Walk of Fame star (2012)
Philanthropy
Johansson is involved in numerous charitable causes, including support for organizations like Oxfam and Meals on Wheels. She has been active in advocating for women’s rights and political causes.
Scarlett Johansson remains a prominent figure in Hollywood, known for her versatility, dedication, and compelling performances across various genres.
