Small-Town Root Julia Roberts, born in Smyrna, Georgia, defied small-town expectations, paving her path to stardom.

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A Leap of Faith No acting training, just determination. After high school, Julia moved to NYC to chase her dreams in showbiz.

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Blood Red Breakthrough Recommended by her brother, Julia landed a bit part in "Blood Red" (1989), her cinematic debut.

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Steel Magnolias Impact "Steel Magnolias" (1989) marked a turning point, earning Julia an Academy Award nomination.

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Pretty Woman Phenomenon "Pretty Woman" (1990) skyrocketed Julia to fame, making her a household name and garnering accolades.

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90s: A Decade Dominated From "Flatliners" (1990) to "Runaway Bride" (1999), Julia ruled the '90s with her charm and versatility.

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Erin Brockovich Triumph Starring in "Erin Brockovich" (2000), Julia won an Academy Award for her powerhouse performance.

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Diverse 2000s: "Ocean's" & More "Ocean's Eleven" (2001), "Ocean's Twelve" (2004), "Charlie Wilson's War" (2007). Box office success.

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Beyond Hollywood: Television Venture Primetime Emmy nod for "The Normal Heart" (2014). Julia expands her talent to the small screen.

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Recent Years: Film & TV "Eat Pray Love" (2010), "Wonder" (2017), "Gaslit" (2022). Julia's legacy evolves in recent projects.

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