Kristen Stewart

About Kristen Stewart

Kristen Jaymes Stewart (born April 9, 1990) is an American actress and director. Her career spans from major blockbusters to intimate arthouse dramas, and she has earned a reputation for portraying complex, introspective characters. As a performer, she is known for her subtle and naturalistic style of acting. Stewart has been ranked among the world's highest paid actors and her works have collectively grossed over $4 billion worldwide. She has received various accolades, including a British Academy Film Award and a César Award, in addition to nominations for an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Born and raised in Los Angeles to parents who both worked in the entertainment industry, Stewart's film breakthrough came at age 12 for her role as the daughter of Jodie Foster's character in David Fincher's thriller Panic Room (2002). As a young actress, she gained further recognition for her performances in Speak (2004), Into the Wild (2007), Adventureland (2009), and The Runaways (2010). She achieved international stardom for starring as Bella Swan in The Twilight Saga film series (2008–2012), which ranks among the highest-grossing film franchises. She also starred in mainstream films such as Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), Charlie's Angels (2019), and Happiest Season (2020). Stewart ventured away from big-budget films in favor of independent productions. She earned critical acclaim for her performances in Camp X-Ray (2014), Clouds of Sils Maria (2014), Personal Shopper (2016), and Seberg (2019). For her portrayal of Diana, Princess of Wales in Pablo Larraín's biographical drama Spencer (2021), she received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress. As a director, Stewart's early credits include music videos and the short film Come Swim (2017). She made her film debut with The Chronology of Water, which premiered in the Un Certain Regard section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2025. The film received largely positive reviews from critics.