Brad Pitt, born William Bradley Pitt on December 18, 1963, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, is an American actor and film producer who has become one of Hollywood’s most recognizable and acclaimed stars. Raised in Springfield, Missouri, he studied journalism at the University of Missouri before moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting. His breakthrough role came in Thelma & Louise (1991), where he played a charming drifter, instantly capturing attention. Pitt quickly established himself as a versatile actor, starring in films such as A River Runs Through It (1992), Legends of the Fall (1994), and Se7en (1995). His performances showcased his ability to balance leading-man charisma with complex, darker roles.
Over the decades, Pitt has built a career marked by both commercial success and critical acclaim. He won his first Academy Award for acting with Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), and earlier earned an Oscar as a producer for 12 Years a Slave (2013). His filmography includes hits like Fight Club (1999), Ocean’s Eleven (2001), Troy (2004), and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008). Beyond acting, Pitt co-founded Plan B Entertainment, a production company behind award-winning films. With multiple Golden Globes, BAFTAs, and Emmys to his name, Pitt remains a defining figure in modern cinema, admired for his talent, longevity, and influence in shaping contemporary film.