Biography
Who is Anna Kendrick?
Early life and real name
Anna Kendrick Cooke Kendrick was born in Portland, Maine, on August 9, 1985. Her mother, Janice, worked as an accountant, while her father, William, taught history. She grew up alongside her older brother Michael, who also pursued a career in acting. Her ancestral background includes English, Irish, and Scottish roots. Growing up in Maine, she attended Lincoln Middle School and Deering High School.
How Anna became famous
Anna started her professional career at age 12 when she secured a supporting role in the 1998 Broadway musical High Society. This early stage performance earned her a Theatre World Award as well as nominations for a Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award. Following her theatrical debut, she appeared in a 2003 New York City Opera production of A Little Night Music.
Career highlights
Anna achieved mainstream prominence in 2008 by taking on the role of Jessica Stanley in the fantasy romance film Twilight, a big box office hit based on Stephenie Meyer's novel. She reprised this supporting character in the subsequent sequels New Moon, Eclipse, and Breaking Dawn, Part 1 over the next several years.
Diverse film roles and directing
Throughout her career, Anna has appeared across multiple genres, including comedies, crime dramas, and musicals. She starred in the comedy Scott Pilgrim vs. The World in 2010 and the drama 50/50 in 2011. Her other well-known film projects include the crime drama End of Watch, the musical Into the Woods, the action thriller The Accountant, and the mystery thriller A Simple Favor.
Personal life and height
Standing at a height of 157 centimeters, Anna has maintained a steady presence in the entertainment industry for decades. Her romantic history includes past relationships with Edgar Wright, Ben Richardson, Bill Hader, and Alex Edelman. She continues to work across film, television, and voice acting projects while residing in the United States.
Birthday and age
Anna Kendrick was born on August 9, 1985, which makes Anna 41 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Anna shares the date with 57 other famous people.
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