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Olivia Wilde Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

Quick Info

Date of birthMarch 10, 1984

BirthplaceNew York City, New York, U.S.

ProfessionActress, Model, Producer, Director, Activist

NationalityAmerican

Marital statusEngaged

SpouseTao Ruspoli

FamilyParents: Andrew Cockburn and Leslie Cockburn; Children: Otis Alexander Sudeikis, Daisy Josephine Sudeikis; Siblings: Chloe Frances Cockburn, Charlie Philip Cockburn

Olivia Wilde Biography

Olivia Wilde is an American actress, director, producer and activist known for her television role on House and a varied career in film, television and off

Early life and background

Olivia Jane Cockburn was born on March 10, 1984, in New York City. Raised in a family of journalists and writers, she spent her childhood with influences from the literary and reporting world: her father is journalist Andrew Cockburn and her mother is producer and journalist Leslie Cockburn. She attended Georgetown Day School in Washington, D.C., and Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. She later trained in acting at the Gaiety School of Acting in Ireland and holds a degree in acting.

Career

Olivia Wilde began working in entertainment in the early 2000s. Her first credited television work listed is the series Skin (2003), and her film debut is recorded as The Girl Next Door (2004). She gained broader recognition for playing Dr. Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on the medical drama House, a role she held from 2007 to 2012.

Wilde has worked across film, television and theater; a named stage credit is Beauty On The Vine (2007). She has also produced documentary work, including participation in Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide, which followed women in Nairobi, Kenya. In addition to acting and producing, Wilde has directed music-video work, including a video for the Red Hot Chili Peppers for the song "Dark Necessities."

Her performances have been recognized at festivals: she won a Comedy Festival Award for Best Actress for the film Bickford Shmeckler's Cool Ideas.

Public profile

Wilde is frequently described with physical details in public profiles: she is about 170 cm (5'7") tall, with blue eyes and brown-dyed hair. Approximate figure measurements and weight are commonly reported as 34-26-32 and 55 kg (121 lbs). She follows a vegetarian diet. Public descriptions also note a tattoo inscription on her left hand.

She has been visible in political and activist work. Wilde campaigned for Barack Obama alongside a House co-star, introduced Hillary Rodham Clinton at a campaign event on June 30, 2015, and has supported causes including farmers’ rights, voting initiatives, women’s education and health, justice efforts, RYOT, and Down Syndrome advocacy. PETA named her one of its "Sexiest Vegetarian Women" in 2010.

Personal life

Wilde has had several well-publicized relationships. She married filmmaker Tao Ruspoli at a young age; information in public profiles also links her romantically with actor Jason Sudeikis, described there as her fiancé beginning in 2011. She is a mother of two children, a son named Otis Alexander Sudeikis and a daughter named Daisy Josephine Sudeikis. Her family includes siblings Chloe Frances Cockburn and Charlie Philip Cockburn.

Public interests and hobbies

Outside of her professional work, Wilde’s listed pastimes include listening to music, watching movies and traveling. She has an interest in collecting vintage cars and is reported to have two pet dogs.

Latest updates

Recent items recorded in public profiles include her work directing the Red Hot Chili Peppers video and her continued activism on political and social issues. Public listings also reiterate her multi‑faceted career as an actress, model, producer, director and activist.

Overall, Olivia Wilde is presented in public sources as a performer with formal acting training, a career spanning television, film and stage, and an ongoing engagement in political and humanitarian causes.

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Recent Work

House (TV series)

Played Dr. Remy "Thirteen" Hadley (2007–2012)

2007-2012
The Girl Next Door

Film debut

2004
Dark Necessities (music video)

Directed the music video for the Red Hot Chili Peppers song

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Career Highlights

  1. Portrayed Dr. Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on House (2007–2012)
  2. Film debut in The Girl Next Door (2004)
  3. Directed a music video for the Red Hot Chili Peppers
  4. Won Comedy Festival Award for Best Actress for Bickford Shmeckler's Cool Ideas
  5. Produced documentary work including participation in Half the Sky
Reviewed by F4U Editorial Desk

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Olivia Wilde born?

Olivia Wilde was born on March 10, 1984.

What is Olivia Wilde known for?

Olivia Wilde is known for actress, Model, Producer, Director, Activist.

What is Olivia Wilde’s marital status?

Olivia Wilde's marital status is listed as Engaged.

Who is Olivia Wilde married to?

Olivia Wilde is publicly listed as married to Tao Ruspoli.