Julia Roberts Short biography
Julia Fiona Roberts (born October 28, 1967) is an American actress and producer. She has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films and is one of the highest-paid actresses in the world. Roberts is known for her leading roles in romantic comedies and dramas, such as Steel Magnolias, Pretty Woman, Erin Brockovich, and Ocean's Eleven. She has won several awards for her performance, including an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Erin Brockovich.
Roberts was born in Smyrna, Georgia, and is the daughter of actors Betty Lou Bredemus and Walter Grady Roberts. Her siblings, Eric Roberts and Lisa Roberts Gillan are also actors. Roberts studied acting at the Atlanta School for the Performing Arts and made her film debut in the 1987 film Blood Red.
In addition to her acting career, Roberts is also a successful producer. She has produced several films, including Stepmom, America's Sweethearts, and Eat Pray Love. Roberts is also a philanthropist and supports a variety of charities, including UNICEF and the American Red Cross.