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Emma Watson is born in Paris in 1990 and grows up in England. At just nine, she is chosen from thousands of children for a role that changes her life: Hermione Granger in the film adaptations of 'Harry Potter'. Over ten years and eight films she grows up in front of an audience of millions and makes the clever, book-loving Hermione one of the most beloved characters of the series. Unlike many child stars, Watson does not let fame come at the cost of her education. During filming she completes her schooling and then studies English literature at the renowned Brown University in the US: a degree she finishes with a bachelor's. After 'Harry Potter' she deliberately takes on varied roles, in films such as 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower', 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'Little Women'. Watson becomes especially known for her advocacy of gender equality. In 2014 she is made a UN Goodwill Ambassador for Women (UN Women) and launches the "HeForShe" campaign, inviting men and boys to actively support equality. Her speech to the United Nations draws worldwide attention. Watson is seen as a voice that uses fame deliberately for social causes: from women's rights to sustainable fashion to education. She stands for a generation of actresses who use their profile not only on screen but also as activists.
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Hermione Granger
She was chosen for the role at nine and played it across eight films.
💡 Did you know? Watson was only nine when she was chosen from thousands of girls for the role of Hermione.
Harry Potter
Eight films were made between 2001 and 2011.
💡 Did you know? Over eight films and ten years Watson grew up in the role: Hermione became a role model for clever, brave girls.
HeForShe
In 2014 Watson launched the UN campaign „HeForShe,“ which seeks to win men to the cause of gender equality.
💡 Did you know? The campaign specifically invites men and boys to support equality.
UN Goodwill Ambassador (UN Women)
Her speech to the United Nations drew worldwide attention.
💡 Did you know? Her UN speech on equality was shared millions of times and is seen as one of the most powerful speeches by a young celebrity.
studied English literature (Brown University)
Despite world fame, Watson studied English literature at the prestigious Brown University in the US and earned her degree.
💡 Did you know? Unlike many child stars, she deliberately pursued an academic education.
e.g. Beauty and the Beast, Little Women
In 'Beauty and the Beast' she played the lead role of Belle.
💡 Did you know? After „Harry Potter,“ Watson appeared in „Beauty and the Beast“ and „Little Women,“ deliberately choosing strong female roles.
gender equality and women's rights
She is seen as a voice that uses fame deliberately for social causes.
💡 Did you know? Watson founded book clubs and funds against sexual harassment and channels her fame into women's rights.
Paris (raised in England)
She has cultural ties to both France and Britain.
💡 Did you know? Watson was born in Paris and grew up in England: she still speaks French fluently.
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Emma Watson
Emma Watson (b. 1990) is a British actress and activist who became famous as Hermione in „Harry Potter.“
💡 Did you know? Watson uses her fame as a UN ambassador for equality: her „HeForShe“ speech reached millions worldwide.
1990
Born: 15 April 1990 in Paris
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