Helena Bonham Carter, Born 26 May 1966, in London, England, is a renowned British actress known for her eclectic roles in films such as Fight Club, The King's Speech, and numerous collaborations with director Tim Burton. She has won critical acclaim for her performances in both mainstream and independent films.
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Raymond Bonham Carter
Elena Propper de Callejón
Helena Bonham Carter
Relatives
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Helena Bonham Carter |
| Father | Raymond Bonham Carter (Banker and Politician) |
| Mother | Elena Propper de Callejón (Psychotherapist) |
| Siblings | Thomas Bonham Carter, Edward Bonham Carter |
| Spouses | None (Former partner: Tim Burton, 2001–2014) |
| Children | Billy Raymond Burton, Nell Burton |
| Grandparents | Eduardo Propper de Callejón, Hélène Fould-Springer |
| Notable Relatives | Violet Bonham Carter (Grand-aunt, feminist activist) |
Personal Life Milestones
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| May 26, 1966 | Born in Islington, London, England, to Raymond Bonham Carter, a merchant banker, and Elena Propper de Callejón, a psychotherapist. |
| 1979 | Won a writing contest and used the prize money to secure her first agent. |
| 1985 | Made her film debut in A Room with a View, gaining early recognition. |
| 1997 | Gained widespread acclaim for her role in The Wings of the Dove, earning an Academy Award nomination. |
| 1999 | Starred in Fight Club, showcasing her versatility as an actress. |
| 2001 | Began a relationship with filmmaker Tim Burton after meeting during the production of Planet of the Apes. |
| 2003 | Welcomed her first child, Billy Raymond Burton, with Tim Burton. |
| 2007 | Welcomed her second child, Nell Burton. |
| 2010 | Played Queen Elizabeth in The King’s Speech, earning her second Academy Award nomination. |
| 2012 | Played Madame Thénardier in the film adaptation of Les Misérables. |
| 2014 | Split from Tim Burton but continued co-parenting their children amicably. |
| 2019 | Portrayed Princess Margaret in Netflix's The Crown, earning critical acclaim. |
| Ongoing | Continues acting in film, television, and theater while supporting numerous charitable causes. |