Naomi Ellen Watts was born on September 28, 1968, in Shoreham, Kent, England. Her mother, Myfanwy Edwards Roberts, was an antiques dealer and costume designer, and her father, Peter Watts, was a road manager and sound engineer for Pink Floyd. Following her parents’ divorce, Watts moved to Australia with her mother and brother at the age of 14.
Watts began her acting career in Australia, appearing in television commercials and small film roles. Her early credits include the television series “Hey Dad..!” (1990) and the films “Flirting” (1991) and “Wide Sargasso Sea” (1993). Her breakthrough role came in David Lynch’s psychological thriller “Mulholland Drive” (2001), where she played Betty Elms/Diane Selwyn. This performance garnered her critical acclaim and established her as a leading actress.
Following “Mulholland Drive,” Watts starred in a variety of critically acclaimed and commercially successful films. Some of her notable roles include:
Watts has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career, including two Academy Award nominations, a Golden Globe nomination, and a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination. She is recognized for her versatility and ability to portray complex and emotionally demanding characters.
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