Anne Hathaway (born November 12, 1982, in Brooklyn, New York City, U.S.) is an American actress. She studied at Vassar College and trained with the Barrow Group, beginning her career with television before gaining early recognition in Disney’s The Princess Diaries (2001), establishing her entry into mainstream film.
She gained wider acclaim with Brokeback Mountain and The Devil Wears Prada, later winning the Academy Award for Les Misérables, alongside roles in The Dark Knight Rises and Interstellar. Known for versatile, emotionally expressive performances, she evolved into a leading actor across both prestige films and blockbusters.
She has continued starring in projects like The Idea of You and Eileen, while also producing and supporting humanitarian causes. With sustained critical and commercial success, she remains a prominent figure whose range and adaptability continue shaping modern cinema and audience appeal.