Renée Zellweger is an acclaimed American actress, born on April 25, 1969, in Katy, Texas. She rose to fame in the 1990s with notable performances in films like Jerry Maguire (1996) and Nurse Betty (2000), for which she won her first Golden Globe.
Renée's personal life has included high-profile relationships with Jim Carrey, musician Jack White, and actor Bradley Cooper. She was briefly married to country singer Kenny Chesney in 2005. Since 2021, she has been in a relationship with British TV presenter Ant Anstead. Zellweger is also known for her philanthropy, supporting gender equality and health initiatives.
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Full Name
Renée Kathleen Zellweger
Date of birth
25 April 1969
Place of birth
Katy, Texas, USA
Ancestry
German, Norwegian, and Irish
Family
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Father
Emil Erich Zellweger
Mother
Kjellfrid Irene (née Andreassen)
Siblings
Drew Zellweger (brother)
Spouses
Kenny Chesney (married 2005–2005), Ant Anstead (married 2021–present)
Partners
Jim Carrey (1999–2000), Bradley Cooper (2009–2011)
Children
None publicly known
Grandparents
Not publicly disclosed
Notable Relatives
None publicly known
Personal Life Milestones
Year
Milestone
1996
Gained recognition for her role in Jerry Maguire, earning her first Academy Award nomination
2001
Starred in Bridget Jones's Diary, which became a major box office success and established her as a leading actress
2004
Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Cold Mountain
2020
Received critical acclaim and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Judy Garland in Judy