Emma Watson
Actor

Emma Watson

ActorActivist
Biography

Life & Career

Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson is a British actress who rose to global fame playing Hermione Granger in the 'Harry Potter' film series across a decade, from age 9 to 21. Following the franchise's conclusion, she pursued more mature roles in films such as 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' and the live-action 'Beauty and the Beast' (2017), in which she played Belle. Watson is also a prominent activist for gender equality, having served as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador and launching the HeForShe solidarity campaign.

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Highlights

Career Milestones

  • Portrayed Hermione Granger across the entire 'Harry Potter' film series
  • UN Women Goodwill Ambassador
  • Launched the HeForShe gender equality campaign
  • Graduated from Brown University
Filmography

Notable Screen Credits

YearProduction TitleRole
2017Beauty and the BeastBelle
2012The Perks of Being a WallflowerSam
2001Harry Potter and the Philosopher's StoneHermione Granger