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Emily Blunt
Active Hollywood & British Cinema, Television, and Theater
- FromWandsworth, London, England, United Kingdom
- Based inNew York City, USA / London, United Kingdom
- Age43 years
- Active2001–Present
- Updated
Emily Blunt – Biography
Emily Blunt – Full Information
- Full Name: Emily Olivia Laura Blunt
- Popular Name: Emily Blunt
- Nickname: Em
- Profession: Actress
- Known For: Critically acclaimed roles as Emily Charlton in The Devil Wears Prada, Evelyn Abbott in A Quiet Place, Katherine “Kitty” Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer, and Mary Poppins in Mary Poppins Returns.
- Date of Birth: February 23, 1983
- Age: 43 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Wandsworth, London, England, United Kingdom
- Hometown: London, England, United Kingdom
- Nationality: British-American (Dual Citizenship since 2015)
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Current Residence: Brooklyn, New York, USA & London, UK
- Profession Category: Actor / Hollywood Feature Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) approx.
- Weight: 56 kg (123 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Hair Colour: Blonde (Naturally Dark Brown)
Family Member Name
- Father: Oliver Simon Peter Blunt (King’s Counsel / Barrister)
- Mother: Joanna Blunt (Former Actress and English Teacher)
- Siblings: Felicity Blunt (Older Sister), Sebastian Blunt (Younger Brother), Susannah Blunt (Younger Sister)
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: John Krasinski (m. 2010)
- Children: Hazel Krasinski (Daughter), Violet Krasinski (Daughter)
Education Details:
- Primary School: Ibstock Place School, Roehampton, London
- High School: Hurtwood House, Dorking, Surrey (Private Boarding School specializing in Performing Arts)
- Higher Education: Specialized Performing Arts Program at Hurtwood House
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 2001 | Professional stage debut opposite Dame Judi Dench in The Royal Family |
| 2003 | On-screen debut in the British television drama Boudica |
| 2004 | Feature film debut as Tamsin in the acclaimed British drama My Summer of Love |
| 2006 | Global breakthrough performance as Emily Charlton in The Devil Wears Prada |
| 2006 | Won Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for Gideon’s Daughter |
| 2009 | Critically acclaimed portrayal of Queen Victoria in The Young Victoria |
| 2014 | Starred alongside Tom Cruise in the sci-fi blockbuster Edge of Tomorrow |
| 2015 | Led Denis Villeneuve’s acclaimed crime thriller Sicario as FBI Agent Kate Macer |
| 2018 | Massive global success co-starring and directed by husband John Krasinski in A Quiet Place |
| 2018 | Starred as the title character in Disney’s musical fantasy Mary Poppins Returns |
| 2023 | Oscar-nominated performance as Katherine Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer |
| 2024 | Co-starred alongside Ryan Gosling in the action-comedy film The Fall Guy |
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
| 2005 | Evening Standard British Film Awards | Most Promising Newcomer | My Summer of Love | Won |
| 2007 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Supporting Actress – Television | Gideon’s Daughter | Won |
| 2007 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture | The Devil Wears Prada | Nominated |
| 2007 | BAFTA Film Awards | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | The Devil Wears Prada | Nominated |
| 2007 | BAFTA Film Awards | Rising Star Award | N/A | Nominated |
| 2010 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama | The Young Victoria | Nominated |
| 2013 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy | Salmon Fishing in the Yemen | Nominated |
| 2015 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy | Into the Woods | Nominated |
| 2015 | Critics’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Actress in an Action Movie | Edge of Tomorrow | Won |
| 2017 | BAFTA Film Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role | The Girl on the Train | Nominated |
| 2019 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Best Supporting Actress | A Quiet Place | Won |
| 2019 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Best Leading Actress | Mary Poppins Returns | Nominated |
| 2019 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy | Mary Poppins Returns | Nominated |
| 2024 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture | Oppenheimer | Won |
| 2024 | Academy Awards (Oscar) | Best Supporting Actress | Oppenheimer | Nominated |
| 2024 | BAFTA Film Awards | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Oppenheimer | Nominated |
| 2024 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture | Oppenheimer | Nominated |
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About Emily Blunt
What is Emily Blunt's most acclaimed movie role?
She achieved major critical acclaim playing Katherine "Kitty" Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer (which earned her an Academy Award nomination) and Evelyn Abbott in A Quiet Place.
Who is Emily Blunt married to?
She has been married to American actor and filmmaker John Krasinski since July 2010.
Did Emily Blunt overcome a childhood stutter?
Yes, she managed a severe stutter between ages 7 and 14, which she credits her teacher with helping her overcome by encouraging her to try acting and accents.
Which famous actor is Emily Blunt's brother-in-law?
Actor Stanley Tucci is her brother-in-law; he married her older sister, literary agent Felicity Blunt, after meeting at Emily's wedding.
Does Emily Blunt have dual citizenship?
Yes, she holds dual British and American citizenship, having become a naturalized US citizen in August 2015.
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