Emma Watson biography, net worth, boyfriend, age, height 2025

Emma Watson's Biography

At just 11 years old, Emma Watson woke up famous after the premiere of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," the first of eight film adaptations of the Harry Potter series.

The young actress didn't get typecast as the brilliant witch Hermione Granger. Beyond her acting success, she's also made her mark as a fashion model.

Fame and wealth didn't make Emma Watson indifferent to today's social issues. She is a UN Goodwill Ambassador, advocates against gender inequality, and in 2015, the Observer named her Activist of the Year.

Childhood

Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson was born in Paris on April 15, 1990, to lawyer parents – Frenchwoman Jacqueline Luesby and Englishman Chris Watson. Some say she was named after her paternal grandmother, while others claim it was after a family friend.

When Emma was five, her parents divorced. Her father returned to England, and to avoid traumatizing the young Emma and her younger brother Alex, Jacqueline decided to move to England as well. Emma spent her childhood living with her mother in Oxford and visiting her father in London on weekends.

At just three years old, Emma first expressed her dream of acting, and by seven, she'd won her first "acting award" for reciting poetry at a school competition named after Daisy Pratt.

Emma Watson with her parents and younger brother Alex

Seeing her interest in acting, her mother enrolled her in the Stagecoach Theatre Arts school. There, Emma played the evil witch Morgana in "King Arthur: The Early Years," the Swallow in "The Swallow and the Prince," an angry cook in "Alice in Wonderland," and took the lead female role in "The Happy Prince," based on a story by Oscar Wilde.

Harry Potter

Teachers at Stagecoach School sent Emma Watson's portfolio to the casting manager for the adaptation of British author J.K. Rowling's bestseller, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone."

First auditions of Radcliffe, Grint, and Watson

Emma Watson had no illusions about her acting skills and was just happy to make it past the first round. Producer David Heyman was blown away by the confidence of the 8-year-old who effortlessly beat out more than a thousand competitors, including professional actresses. J.K. Rowling herself approved the choice, rooting for Emma from her very first audition.

The trio of young wizards – Harry, Ron, and Hermione

After successfully passing all auditions, Emma was introduced to Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint. She'd work alongside them for the next 12 years, packed with hard work on set and unforgettable experiences.

The highly anticipated film premiere of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" took place on November 4, 2001. It shattered viewership records on opening day and went on to become the highest-grossing film of 2001.

Young Hermione Granger charmed the audience

Critics praised the performances of the three young actors, with many highlighting Emma Watson. The Daily Telegraph described her portrayal of Hermione Granger as "enchanting," and an Imagine Games Network reviewer said Emma outshone everyone. That same year, she won the Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Feature Film - Leading Young Actress.

Emma Watson Interview (2001)

Emma's $125,000 fee was deposited by her parents in a bank account to fund her future education. But part of this money went toward a lavish party for Emma's friends to celebrate wrapping the first film.

Emma stressed that after Potter's phenomenal success, her life didn't change much: she still had to take care of her younger brother and make her bed just like before.

Education

Since filming the first Harry Potter movie and its sequels took nearly a full year, Emma transferred to the Headington School for Girls, which offered distance learning options. Even at the height of filming, Watson and her co-stars dedicated five hours each day to their studies. In 2006, during a break between the fourth and fifth Harry Potter movies, she received her high school certificate, earning eight A*s and two As.

In 2008, Emma completed a summer course in acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, then continued her education at Brown University in the USA. Her favorite courses included geology and literature.

Rumors emerged before her university entrance exams that Emma would not be acting in the sixth part of the saga. "I didn't want to be wholly dependent on the filming process for the next three years," she said in an interview. Her leaving would have put the massive efforts of hundreds of cast and crew members at risk. Warner Bros representatives eventually persuaded her to stay. The details of her salary for the sixth movie remain undisclosed. To participate in the shooting, she had to take a leave of absence from university.

Emma Watson is a Brown University graduate

In the spring of 2014, the actress finally graduated from Brown University with a bachelor's degree in English literature.

Other Roles

When "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2" hit theaters in 2011, bringing the beloved wizarding saga to an emotional close, fans couldn't help but wonder: "Is there life after Hermione?" The answer is definitely yes.

Emma Watson excels in everything she undertakes

Watson's first post-Potter role cast her as ballet dancer Pauline Fossil in the TV adaptation of Noel Streatfeild's beloved novel "Ballet Shoes." The family-friendly film earned warm reviews from audiences. Viewers were particularly charmed by twins Nina and Lucy, played by Watson's own stepsisters.

In 2009, Watson signed on for the French melodrama "Napoleon and Betsy," directed by Leon Gates. The script explored the relationship between Napoleon Bonaparte during his exile on Saint Helena Island and a young girl whose father was a local official. Unfortunately, the project never went into production.

Emma Watson auditions for 'Napoleon and Betsy'

In 2009, she appeared in "My Week with Marilyn." Her role as assistant Lucy was small but memorable – showcasing a more mature Watson at her finest.

The following year brought "The Perks of Being a Wallflower," adapted from Stephen Chbosky's beloved novel. The story follows shy, unpopular Charlie as he finds people who finally understand and accept him. During filming, Watson formed close friendships with Logan Lerman (Charlie) and Ezra Miller (Patrick).

The Perks Of Being A Wallflower Interview - Emma Watson (2012)

In 2013, she played a confident thief in Sofia Coppola's "The Bling Ring." She also appeared in the apocalyptic comedy "This Is the End," playing herself alongside Hollywood stars like Seth Rogen, James Franco, Channing Tatum, and Jonah Hill, who wake up to the apocalypse during a wild party and try to survive.

In spring 2014, she portrayed Ila, the adopted daughter of the biblical Noah, in Darren Aronofsky's "Noah."

In early 2016, she announced a year-long break from acting to focus on personal development. "My goal is to read two books a week, one for myself and another for my feminist project 'Our Shared Shelf,'" she shared in an interview.

March 2017 saw the release of Disney's vibrant musical "Beauty and the Beast," bringing the beloved fairy tale to live-action life. Emma Watson starred as Belle, who finds herself imprisoned by the Beast (Dan Stevens). The movie quickly became one of the season's most hotly anticipated releases.

Beauty and the Beast (Live Action) - Belle

Emma dedicated three months to intensive singing, dancing, and horseback riding lessons to prepare for the demanding role. This commitment forced her to pass on a role in the hit musical "La La Land." The two productions had conflicting shooting schedules. Emma Stone ended up taking the lead female role in "La La Land."

Later that year, "The Circle" hit theaters. The thriller explores a chilling near-future where the Circle network consolidates everyone's digital life into a single, all-seeing system. Emma played Mae Holland, a recent graduate who lands a job at the powerful Circle company.

In 2019, she starred in "Little Women," an adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's novel. The story follows four distinctly different sisters navigating life during the Civil War era. Along with Emma, the film featured Saoirse Ronan and Florence Pugh. While not the first adaptation of Alcott's classic, critics praised this version as exceptional. Audiences also embraced the film with enthusiastic ratings.

LITTLE WOMEN - Official Trailer

Modeling Career

Emma Watson started her modeling career in 2005. Her first professional photoshoot at 15 was for Teen Vogue, and her photograph graced the cover of the November issue.

Emma Watson's first shoot for Teen Vogue

Three years later, British media reported that Chanel was set to replace Keira Knightley with Emma Watson as their campaign face, but the rumors proved false.

That same year, Emma became the face of Burberry's Autumn/Winter 2009/2010 collection, and six months later, the Spring/Summer collection. For the Spring campaign, she appeared with male model Max Hurd in One Night Only's music video for "Say You Don't Want It."

One Night Only – Say You Don't Want It

Soon after, Watson signed a contract with ethical clothing brand People Tree. She worked as a design consultant on the Spring line, launching in February 2010. The collection earned praise from Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and People readers.

In 2011, Emma won the Style Icon award from provocative designer Vivienne Westwood at the Elle Style Awards. At the same time, she became the new face of Lancôme.

Emma Watson in a Lancôme advert

May 2013 marked the release of GQ magazine with Emma Watson on the cover, where she appeared in the style of Julia Roberts from "Pretty Woman."

Emma Watson in the style of Julia Roberts

In 2014, Emma Watson won the Best British Style category at the British Fashion Awards, surpassing serious contenders like Keira Knightley, Kate Moss, and David Beckham. At that time, she confessed that she always considered Elizabeth Taylor her fashion idol and compass.

Activism

Emma Watson has long used her platform to speak for those who can't voice their struggles openly.

Gender inequality is her primary focus. She addressed this issue in her speech at UN headquarters. She launched the HeForShe campaign to fight women's oppression.

Emma Watson's speech at the UN

As a feminist, Emma Watson consistently points out that men suffer from gender stereotypes just as much as women: "I want men to join this fight so that their daughters, sisters, and mothers can be free from prejudice and their sons can express vulnerability and show their emotions."

A photo of Emma Watson with bare breasts provoked anger among feminists

The previously mentioned "Our Shared Shelf" is a thematic virtual book club for feminists, created with Watson's involvement.

During the Black Lives Matter protests in the summer of 2020 in America, Emma Watson actively supported the movement, expressing solidarity in her Instagram posts.

Hobbies

During her school years, Watson fell in love with sports, visual arts, and contemporary music, especially Bryan Adams, Dido, and Suzanne Vega. Classical and opera music never clicked for her, but her father got her hooked on rock-n-roll, with Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry constantly playing at home.

Emma's admitted idol and favorite actress is Julia Roberts. She's also a fan of Goldie Hawn and Sandra Bullock movies. One of her favorite actors is John Cleese, who played Nearly Headless Nick, the Gryffindor ghost, in the Harry Potter series.

She loves Italian cuisine, especially pizza, and chocolate. Emma loves reading (her favorite childhood author was Roald Dahl) but isn't quite the bookworm that Hermione Granger is.

Emma Watson's Personal Life

The actress keeps her love life private, worried that her celebrity status might scare off potential partners. Still, details about her romantic interests have made their way into the spotlight.

Emma Watson revealed she had a childhood crush on co-star Tom Felton when she was just 10 – yes, Draco Malfoy himself.

From 2006 to 2007, she dated Matthew Janney, a rugby player and literature student at Oxford.

Emma Watson and her ex-boyfriend Matthew Janney

Emma once confessed to crushing on Prince Harry as a kid. Maybe that explains her 2008 romance with 26-year-old Jay Barrymore – a dead ringer for the prince – who she even moved in with temporarily.

She later had short-lived romances with model George Craig and "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" co-star Johnny Simmons.

From 2011 to 2012, she dated Oxford postgraduate Will Adamowicz. The couple split because of Emma's hectic schedule – long distance just didn't work for them.

Emma Watson prefers smart guys (pictured with Will Adamowicz)

In 2016, paparazzi spotted Emma Watson walking with a mystery man who turned out to be 35-year-old William Knight, a tech entrepreneur completely outside Hollywood. Sadly, Emma's packed schedule and William's workaholic tendencies led to their breakup by late 2017.

In 2016, Emma Watson dated William Knight

Later, hackers leaked Watson's personal photos, claiming they were intimate. But most turned out to be pretty innocent – just Emma trying on her friend's swimsuits.

In 2018, Emma began a relationship with actor Chord Overstreet, star of the TV show "Glee." According to sources, Emma and Chord were still figuring things out as a couple when they called it quits.

Two years later, in 2020, the media caught wind of Watson's new romance. Paparazzi captured Emma in the embrace of 30-year-old businessman Leo Alexander Robinton. Emma started stepping out more often with her new guy.

In February 2021, it was revealed that Emma Watson and Leo Robinton were engaged. However, in October of the same year, the Daily Mail reported that the couple had split, and Emma became involved with Brandon Green, the son of the owner of the Topshop brand.

She later dated Brandon Green, son of British billionaire Philip Green who owns fashion empire Arcadia Group. The couple split after 18 months together, calling it quits just after Christmas 2022.

By summer 2023, Emma was spotted with a new guy – Ryan Cohn, founder of trendy snack brand Propercorn.

Emma Watson Now

These days, Emma Watson has largely stepped back from acting. She did make an exception for HBO's special celebrating the 20th anniversary of the first Harry Potter film. Notably, Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling wasn't invited to participate due to her controversial statements about transgender people. Emma Watson didn't back Rowling, instead suggesting the author shouldn't dictate how transgender people should live. Her Harry Potter co-star Daniel Radcliffe agrees.

Watson has focused on activism: her Instagram regularly features posts supporting women, environmentalists, and minorities.

Emma Watson: latest news and articles

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Гордей Емелин

Emma Watson is a very beautiful girl and a talented actress. Her most charismatic role is Hermione.

2021-05-08 18:13:42
Oscar Reyes

Emma Watson is a charismatic actress with charming smile and also she is a fighter for woman rights. I`m continuing to follow her social and creative activities.

2021-04-28 23:58:24
Josephine Carroll

That is strange, besides of her busy schedule she has time for romances.

2021-04-26 14:24:12
Roy Hayes

The role of Belle in `Beauty and the Beast` in my opinion was perfect for Emma Watson. She has something romantic and naive.

2021-04-03 12:13:27
Ashley Wright

I adore Emma Watson! It`s hard to imagine someone else in the role of Hermione. For sure it`s her brightest role!

2021-02-26 11:36:57
Roger Hall

Emma Watson is charismatic and talented, you can`t stand her incredible smile, you will smile back for sure.

2021-02-05 11:40:29
Sharon

I agree with you

2018-11-01 17:34:18
sufyan

emma watson is a beautifull girl and i like her v.much

2018-10-02 17:49:02

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