Los Angeles, CA – Rooney Mara, the talented American actress known for her captivating performances in films like “The Social Network,” “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” and “Carol,” has been making headlines not only for her acting accolades but also for her personal life. Born Patricia Rooney Mara on April 17, 1985, the 38-year-old actress has been making waves in Hollywood since her early career breakthrough in the coming-of-age drama “Tanner Hall” in 2009.
Over the years, Rooney Mara has earned critical acclaim and multiple award nominations, including two Academy Awards, a British Academy Film Award, and two Golden Globe Awards. Her portrayal of Lisbeth Salander in David Fincher’s “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, and she went on to win the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress for her role in “Carol.”
Apart from her successful acting career, Rooney Mara is also known for her philanthropic work. She oversees the Uweza Foundation, which supports empowerment programs for children and families in the Kibera slum of Nairobi. Additionally, she is the founder of the vegan clothing line Hiraeth Collective.
In her personal life, Rooney Mara has been in a relationship with fellow actor Joaquin Phoenix since 2016. The couple first starred together in the romantic drama “Her” and has since collaborated on other projects like “Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot” and “Mary Magdalene.” In July 2019, it was confirmed that they were engaged, and in May 2020, the couple announced that they were expecting their first child.
On August 25, 2020, Rooney Mara gave birth to their son, whom they named River Lee, after Joaquin Phoenix’s late brother River Phoenix.
Despite being in the public eye, Rooney Mara has managed to keep certain aspects of her personal life private, and she is not active on social media. Fans and followers continue to show their support for the talented actress and eagerly await her upcoming projects, including her role in the highly acclaimed psychological thriller “Nightmare Alley.”
As Rooney Mara’s career continues to soar and her personal life remains filled with happiness and love, fans can look forward to witnessing more extraordinary performances from this gifted actress on the big screen.