# Halle Berry > American actress (born 1966) **Wikidata**: [Q1033016](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1033016) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halle_Berry) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/halle-berry ## Summary Halle Berry is an American actress, film producer, and former model born in 1966. She is recognized for her work in film and television, having won the Academy Award for Best Actress, and is noted for her roles in productions such as *Monster's Ball*, *X-Men*, and *John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum*. Her professional activities, which began in 1989, also encompass voice acting, television production, and film directing. ## Biography - **Born:** August 14, 1966 - **Nationality:** United States - **Education:** Q4879156, Q5197072 - **Known for:** Acting in film and television, modeling, and production - **Field(s):** Entertainment, Film, Television ## Contributions Halle Berry's contributions to the entertainment industry span multiple disciplines and began with her work period start in 1989. As a film actor, she appeared in the 2000 film *X-Men* directed by Bryan Singer and the 2019 film *John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum* directed by Chad Stahelski. Her performance in the 2001 film *Monster's Ball* by Marc Forster is a significant part of her filmography. Beyond acting, she has served as a film producer, television producer, voice actor, and film director. She has also worked as a model, contributing to advertising and product promotion. ## FAQs **What awards has Halle Berry won?** Halle Berry has received the Academy Award for Best Actress, the National Board of Review Award for Best Actress, the Silver Bear for Best Actress, and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role. She also won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie. **What are some of Halle Berry's most notable films?** She is known for her roles in the 2001 film *Monster's Ball*, the 2000 film *X-Men*, and the 2019 film *John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum*. **What other occupations has Halle Berry held?** In addition to being a film and television actor, Halle Berry has worked as a model, television producer, voice actor, film producer, and film director. **When was Halle Berry born?** Halle Berry was born on August 14, 1966. **What recognition has Halle Berry received outside of traditional acting awards?** She has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, received the Crystal Award, and was named Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year. She has also received a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress. ## Why They Matter Halle Berry holds a significant place in cinema history as the recipient of the Academy Award for Best Actress, recognizing her performance in *Monster's Ball*. Her ability to secure major industry awards, including the Primetime Emmy and Screen Actors Guild Awards, demonstrates her versatility across both film and television media. Her involvement in major franchises such as *X-Men* and *John Wick* highlights her sustained commercial and cultural impact in the entertainment sector over several decades. ## Notable For - **Academy Award for Best Actress:** Winner of the award presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. - **Primetime Emmy Award:** Recipient of the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. - **Screen Actors Guild Awards:** Winner of Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role and Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie. - **National Board of Review Award:** Recipient of the Best Actress award. - **Silver Bear for Best Actress:** Winner of the film award. - **Golden Globe Awards:** Recipient of American film and television awards. - **Hollywood Walk of Fame:** Honored with a star. - **Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year:** Recipient of the annual theatrical award. - **Crystal Award:** Recipient of the award for accomplishment in film and television. - **Golden Raspberry Award:** Recipient of the Worst Actress accolade. - **Notable Films:** *Monster's Ball* (2001), *X-Men* (2000), *John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum* (2019). ## Body ### Identity and Background Halle Berry, also known by the aliases Maria Halle Berry and Halle Maria Berry, is a human and a citizen of the United States. She was born on August 14, 1966. Her educational background includes attendance at institutions identified as Q5197072 and Q4879156. ### Career and Occupations Berry's professional work period began in 1989. She is engaged in a wide array of occupations within the entertainment industry. These include: * **Film Actor:** A person who appears in films. * **Television Actor:** An actor who performs on television. * **Model:** A person employed to display, advertise, and promote products. * **Film Producer:** A person supervising the making of a film. * **Television Producer:** An occupation within video production for TV. * **Voice Actor:** A person who provides voice-overs for characters in various media. * **Film Director:** A person who controls the artistic and dramatic aspects of a film production. ### Filmography and Notable Works Halle Berry has contributed to several significant film projects. Her notable works include: * **Monster's Ball:** A 2001 film directed by Marc Forster. * **X-Men:** A 2000 film directed by Bryan Singer. * **John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum:** A 2019 film directed by Chad Stahelski. ### Awards and Honors Throughout her career, Berry has accumulated numerous awards and recognitions from various institutions. * **Academy Awards:** She received the Academy Award for Best Actress. * **Emmy Awards:** She is a recipient of the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. * **Screen Actors Guild Awards:** She has won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie. * **Golden Globe Awards:** She has been recognized at the Golden Globe Awards. * **National Board of Review:** She received the National Board of Review Award for Best Actress. * **Berlin International Film Festival:** She won the Silver Bear for Best Actress. * **Other Honors:** She received the Crystal Award for accomplishment in film and television, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year award. She also received a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress. ### External Identifiers and Data Halle Berry has a extensive digital footprint and is cataloged in numerous databases. * **Identifiers:** Her records include the ISNI (0000000117806746), VIAF (120073758), Library of Congress Control Number (n92095702), and IMDb identifier (nm0000932). * **Online Presence:** She maintains social media presence with handles such as @halleberry (Instagram), HalleBerry (Twitter), and halleberry (Facebook). * **Sitelinks:** She is associated with 119 sitelinks across various Wikimedia projects, reflecting her broad international recognition. ## References 1. [HALLE BERRY. 2008](https://www.welt.de/vermischtes/article1934616/HALLE-BERRY.html) 2. BnF authorities 3. datos.bne.es 4. [Source](https://books.google.ca/books?id=NY6lg_It-XgC&pg=PA18) 5. [WIF Awards Retrospective. 2020](https://womeninfilm.org/updates/wif-awards-retrospective/) 6. Notable Black American Women 7. BlackPast.org 8. 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