Hollywood

Lizzy Caplan Then Lizzy Caplan, born Elizabeth Anne Caplan on June 30, 1982, in Los Angeles, California, had an upbringing deeply rooted in her Jewish heritage.  Her mother, Barbara, who worked as a political aide, and her father, Richard, a lawyer, instilled in her a sense of cultural and familial values.  Growing up with an […]

Jaime King Then Jaime King, born on April 23, 1979, in Omaha, Nebraska, seemed destined for a life in the spotlight from an early age. Her mother, a beauty queen, likely instilled in her a sense of poise and confidence, laying the groundwork for her future in entertainment.  Interestingly, she was named after Jaime Sommers,

Jenna Fischer Then Jenna Fischer, born Regina Marie Fischer on March 17, 1974, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, grew up in a supportive and artistic environment that nurtured her early interest in the performing arts.  Her mother, a history teacher, and her father, an engineer, provided a stable foundation, while her mother’s involvement in local theater

Rose Byrne Then Rose Byrne was born Mary Rose Byrne on July 24, 1979, in Balmain, a vibrant suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Her upbringing in this picturesque area was marked by a close-knit family environment, with her parents providing a stable foundation despite their secular and agnostic beliefs. Her mother, a school

Eva Mendes Then Eva Mendes was born on March 5, 1974, in Miami, Florida, as Eva de la Caridad Mendez.  The youngest of four children, she grew up in a household with Cuban émigré parents, Eva Perez Suarez and Carlos Mendez.  Her early years were marked by a move to Los Angeles, where the family

Rachel Weisz Then Rachel Weisz, born on March 7, 1970, in Westminster, London, grew up in a culturally rich and supportive environment. Raised in the London suburb of Hampstead Garden, she shared her childhood with her younger sister in a Jewish household.  From an early age, Rachel was encouraged by her family to explore and

Amy Adams Then Amy Adams was born on August 20, 1974, in Vicenza, Italy, as the fourth of seven children to Kathryn and Richard Kent Adams.  At the time of her birth, her father was stationed at the Caserma Ederle military base, reflecting the family’s close ties to the military.  This connection led the Adams

Emily Blunt Then Emily Blunt, born Emily Olivia Laura Blunt on February 23, 1983, in Wandsworth, London, England, grew up as the second of four children in a family with a rich background in the arts and law.  Her mother, Joanna, was both an actress and a teacher, while her father, Oliver Blunt, worked as

Anne Hathaway Then  Anne Hathaway, born on November 12, 1982, in Brooklyn, New York, was destined for a life in the arts.  Her mother, an actress, and her father, a lawyer, provided a nurturing environment that fostered her early passion for performance.  Hathaway’s upbringing in Millburn, New Jersey, saw her excelling in various artistic endeavors,

Kate Hudson Then Kate Hudson, born Kate Garry Hudson on April 19, 1979, in Los Angeles, California, is the daughter of celebrated actress Goldie Hawn.  Her early life was marked by a blend of Hollywood glamour and personal challenges.  Her biological father, Bill Hudson, an actor, comedian, and musician, was absent from her life after