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Cate Blanchett

ACTOR · BORN 1969

Cate Blanchett

Born
14 May 1969, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Known for
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002), Thor: Ragnarok (2017)

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  1. #001

    When Cate Blanchett won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for playing Katharine Hepburn in The Aviator, she achieved a first in cinema history: she became the first person to win an Oscar for portraying a previous Oscar winner. Blanchett captured Hepburn's distinctive mannerisms and way of speaking with great skill, earning the admiration of both critics and Academy members.

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    Cate Blanchett, who played Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, did not merely keep her elf ear prosthetics after filming — she had them bronzed to turn them into a lasting memento. Blanchett has said she still keeps the prosthetics years later and that looking at them reminds her of her adventures in Middle-earth.

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  3. #003

    In an interview with the Fox television network, Cate Blanchett sheepishly admitted her reason for accepting the role of Elf Queen Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings trilogy: she had always wanted to be in a film with pointy ears. With this role she not only portrayed one of the most iconic characters in fantasy literature but also fulfilled a childhood dream.

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  4. #004

    Cate Blanchett is one of the rare actors to have won Oscars in both the lead and supporting categories. She was the sixth woman to achieve this, writing her name on that select list alongside Maggie Smith, Meryl Streep, Jessica Lange, Helen Hayes and Ingrid Bergman.

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  5. #005

    Nominated for the Best Actress Oscar in 2008 for her performance in Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Cate Blanchett openly stated that she voted that same year for Marion Cotillard's performance as Edith Piaf in La Vie En Rose. Blanchett called Cotillard's performance 'astonishing and inspiring' and felt genuine joy when Cotillard won the award; in 2012 she also wrote a piece for Variety praising Cotillard's performance in Rust and Bone.

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  6. #006

    Cate Blanchett holds the record of being the only Australian actor to win two Academy Awards. This achievement shows the standing she holds not only in her own country but in world cinema, and she continues to inspire Australian actors with this record.

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  7. #007

    Cate Blanchett and her husband Andrew Upton expanded their family to four children by adopting a baby girl named Edith Vivian Patricia Upton on 6 March 2015. Blanchett has described the adoption process as 'one of the most meaningful experiences of my life'.

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  8. #008

    Cate Blanchett holds the record for the biggest awards sweep in the Best Actress category, winning 42 awards for her performance as Jasmine French in Blue Jasmine. She is followed in this field by Helen Mirren (40 awards for The Queen) and Natalie Portman (38 awards for Black Swan).

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  9. #009

    Cate Blanchett's acting career began at the age of 18 while she was on holiday in Egypt. A person she met at a cheap hotel in Cairo offered her work as an extra in Kaboria, an Egyptian boxing film directed by Khairy Beshara; Blanchett appeared in three scenes and danced to the film's main song in one of them.

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  10. #010

    Cate Blanchett shaved her head at the age of 15 and was nearly fired from her job at a nursing home because of this bold move. Blanchett has said she remembers the incident with a smile years later and that the rebellious spirit of that period carried over into her acting career.

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  11. #011

    Cate Blanchett is one of only two actors, along with Sir Ian McKellen, to appear in all six of Peter Jackson's films set in the Middle-earth universe. Blanchett played Galadriel throughout both The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit trilogy, endearing herself to fans through her presence in this long-running series.

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  12. #012

    Cate Blanchett is close friends with Nicole Kidman and Toni Collette. The three Australian actors have supported one another throughout both their careers and their private lives, and Blanchett has said these friendships are very precious to her and that they have always been able to rely on each other in difficult times.

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  13. #013

    Cate Blanchett has explained that her surname is habitually pronounced 'Blan-CHIT' rather than 'Blan-CHET'. With this clarification she aimed to teach fans and the media the correct pronunciation.

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  14. #014

    Irina Spalko, the Soviet agent Cate Blanchett played in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, became director Steven Spielberg's favourite villain in the Indiana Jones series. Spielberg described Blanchett's performance as 'both terrifying and fascinating'.

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  15. #015

    Cate Blanchett gave birth to her third child, Ignatius Martin Upton, on 23 April 2008 at the age of 38; the child's father is her husband Andrew Upton. Blanchett continued working throughout her pregnancy and returned to film sets shortly after the birth.

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    Cate Blanchett spent only eight days on set to shoot her scenes in The Hobbit trilogy. Blanchett described the experience as 'intense but enjoyable' and said working under Peter Jackson's direction was always a pleasure for her.

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  17. #017

    Cate Blanchett's father, Robert Blanchett, was a Texas-born advertising executive who died of a heart attack when she was only ten years old. After his death Blanchett began working at an early age to support her family, an experience that also shaped her acting career.

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  18. #018

    Cate Blanchett has appeared in ten films nominated for the Best Picture Oscar: Elizabeth, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Aviator, Babel, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Don't Look Up, Nightmare Alley and Tár. Of these, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King won the award.

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  19. #019

    Cate Blanchett took the role of Daisy Fuller in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button after Rachel Weisz withdrew due to scheduling problems. Blanchett was nominated for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance in the film.

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  20. #020

    Cate Blanchett is an avid fan of the horror genre and is especially fond of the Sherlock Holmes films starring Basil Rathbone. She considers The Scarlet Claw unforgettable and also counts Burnt Offerings and the Halloween series among her favourites.

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  21. #021

    Cate Blanchett is one of twelve actors who have been nominated for Academy Awards in two different acting categories in the same year. In 2008 she was nominated for Best Actress for Elizabeth: The Golden Age and Best Supporting Actress for I'm Not There. This rare achievement demonstrates her extraordinary talent in both leading and supporting roles.

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  22. #022

    Cate Blanchett's Texas-born father, Robert Blanchett, met her mother, June Gamble, in Melbourne, Australia, and decided to move to Australia to marry her. That decision allowed Blanchett to grow up with both American and Australian cultures. Blanchett has said that this multicultural heritage has enriched her acting.

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  23. #023

    Cate Blanchett, along with Linda Hunt and Felicity Huffman, is one of three actors who have been nominated for an Oscar for playing a character of the opposite sex. Blanchett achieved this by playing Bob Dylan in I'm Not There. This bold performance shows her boundary-breaking approach to acting and her mastery of character transformation.

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  24. #024

    Four of Cate Blanchett's six Oscar nominations are for performances in which she played real people: Queen Elizabeth I, Katharine Hepburn and Bob Dylan. Two of these figures, Hepburn and Dylan, are themselves Oscar winners. Blanchett stands out for the care and depth she brings to playing these real-life characters.

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  25. #025

    Cate Blanchett has a personality that enjoys making lists and crossing items off as she accomplishes them. This habit reflects her disciplined, goal-oriented working style. Blanchett has said that this method helps her stay organized and productive both in her career and in daily life.

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  26. #026

    Cate Blanchett was awarded the Centenary Medal in the 2001 Queen's New Year Honours for her services to acting and to Australian society. This honour shows that she was appreciated not only as an actor but also as an artist who contributes to society. Blanchett described the award as 'the pride of serving her country'.

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  27. #027

    Cate Blanchett gave birth to her first child, Dashiell John Upton, on 3 December 2001, when she was 32. She named her son after Dashiell Hammett, the favourite author of her husband, Andrew Upton. As an actor who has managed to balance motherhood with her career, Blanchett led an active life both on set and at home during this period.

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  28. #028

    In 2009, Cate Blanchett became one of four Oscar-winning Australian actors immortalized on Australian postage stamps. Two stamps were issued for each actor: one in character and one out of character. This honour shows how much she is loved and respected in her country.

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  29. #029

    Cate Blanchett has played male roles three times over the course of her career: Bob Dylan in I'm Not There, Dylan again in Manifesto, and Richard II on stage with the Sydney Theatre Company. These bold choices show her approach to acting that transcends gender conventions and her boundary-breaking character transformation. With these roles, Blanchett earned the appreciation of both critics and audiences.

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  30. #030

    Cate Blanchett was the first choice for the role of Commander Lewis in Ridley Scott's The Martian, but she turned down the offer because of a scheduling conflict. The role later went to Jessica Chastain. Blanchett explained her decision by saying she 'wanted to focus on other projects at that time'. This episode shows her determination in setting priorities in her career.

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  31. #031

    Cate Blanchett dedicated her 2014 BAFTA Award to the actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who had recently passed away. Hoffman was a close friend of Blanchett's and they had worked together. This gesture shows Blanchett's deep respect for her colleagues and the importance she places on friendship.

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  32. #032

    Cate Blanchett was the first choice for the role of Mrs. Fox in Fantastic Mr. Fox, but the role was later given to Meryl Streep. This change is an example of how voice casts in animated films can shift. Blanchett described the situation as 'a disappointing but understandable decision'.

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  33. #033

    Cate Blanchett was Steven Spielberg's first choice for the role of Agatha Lively in Minority Report. However, after Stanley Kubrick's death, Spielberg prioritized A.I. Artificial Intelligence, and Blanchett moved on to other projects. The two later had the chance to come together on Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. This collaboration fulfilled Blanchett's desire to work with Spielberg.

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  34. #034

    Cate Blanchett has an older brother named Bob who works in the computer field and a sister named Genevieve who is a theatre designer. Her family supported her interest in the arts from an early age. Blanchett has said that her relationship with her siblings holds an important place in her life and that she has learned a great deal from them.

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  35. #035

    Cate Blanchett ranked 45th on Entertainment Weekly's list of 'The 50 Smartest People in Hollywood'. This ranking shows that she is appreciated not only for her acting talent but also for her intelligence and cultural knowledge. Blanchett described her place on the list as 'an interesting honour'.

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    Cate Blanchett was the first 'Tim-Tam girl' to appear in commercials for Tim-Tam, a popular biscuit brand in Australia. These commercials helped her become known early in her acting career. Blanchett remembers the experience as 'fun and unforgettable'.

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  37. #037

    While playing a pregnant journalist in The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, Cate Blanchett did not actually know she was pregnant with her son Roman. This coincidence added to the film's realism. When she learned of the situation, Blanchett interpreted it as 'life imitating art'.

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  38. #038

    Cate Blanchett was honoured with a star in the motion picture category on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on 5 December 2008. Her star is located at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard. This honour is regarded as a lasting symbol of her contributions to the world of cinema.

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  39. #039

    Cate Blanchett was the first choice for the role of Anna Cameron in Mike Nichols's Closer, but she had to withdraw from the project because of her second pregnancy. The role was later given to Julia Roberts. Blanchett explained her decision by saying 'motherhood was among my priorities'.

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  40. #040

    Cate Blanchett was considered for the role of Jane Smith in Mr. & Mrs. Smith, but the part ultimately went to Angelina Jolie. The role became an important turning point in Jolie's career. Blanchett described the situation as 'the right person finding the right role.'.

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  41. #041

    In 2017, Cate Blanchett was the eighth highest-paid actress, with earnings of 12 million dollars. This income showed how valuable she is both commercially and artistically. Blanchett described the achievement as 'a reflection of my career.'.

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  42. #042

    Cate Blanchett and Dame Judi Dench were both nominated for an Oscar in 1999 for playing Queen Elizabeth I. Dench won for her supporting role in Shakespeare in Love, while Blanchett was nominated for Elizabeth. The two accomplished actresses later worked together on The Shipping News and Notes on a Scandal.

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  43. #043

    Cate Blanchett and Kate Winslet both received their seventh Academy Award nominations in 2016. Winslet was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for Steve Jobs, while Blanchett was nominated for Best Actress for Carol. The two actresses competed at award ceremonies many times over the course of their careers.

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  44. #044

    Cate Blanchett married her boyfriend of one year, Andrew Upton, on 29 December 1997. The couple had met on the set of a television program in 1996. The wedding took place in Blue Mountains National Park in New South Wales. Blanchett said that they did not take wedding photos because they could not afford a photographer at the time, but that the moment holds a special place in their memory.

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  45. #045

    In 2007, Forbes magazine estimated Cate Blanchett's annual earnings at 13 million dollars. This figure showed that she was one of the highest-earning actors of the period. Blanchett earned this income by appearing in both commercial productions and independent projects.

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  46. #046

    Cate Blanchett is the only actor to be Oscar-nominated and to win for films by both Martin Scorsese and Woody Allen. Working with these two legendary directors holds an important place in her career. Blanchett embraced these directors' different cinematic languages and delivered successful performances in both.

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  47. #047

    Cate Blanchett and Hugo Weaving appeared together in nine different projects. These projects include productions such as Bordertown, Little Fish and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The pair's chemistry made them one of the most important acting duos in Australian cinema.

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  48. #048

    The longest gap in Cate Blanchett's Academy Award nominations is the seven years between Carol and Tár. Although she appeared in many different projects during this period, the Academy did not nominate her. With Tár, Blanchett was nominated again, bringing the gap to an end.

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  49. #049

    Cate Blanchett and Leonardo DiCaprio were both nominated for an Oscar four times in the same year. These nominations came in different years, for The Aviator, Blood Diamond/Notes on a Scandal, The Wolf of Wall Street/Blue Jasmine and The Revenant/Carol. The two actors are among Hollywood's most respected names.

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  50. #050

    Cate Blanchett became the first person to win both Best Newcomer and Best Lead Actress at the Sydney Theatre Critics Circle Awards in the same year. She achieved this with her performances in Kafka Dances and David Mamet's Oleanna. Blanchett thus proved her talent on the stage as well.

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  51. #051

    Cate Blanchett was listed as a potential nominee for the 2008 Razzie Awards for her performance in Elizabeth: The Golden Age, but did not make the final ballot. That same performance earned her an Oscar nomination. Had she received the Razzie nomination, she would have been one of the rare actors nominated for both a Razzie and an Oscar for the same performance.

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  52. #052

    In the 2017 Queen's Birthday Honours List, Cate Blanchett was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) for her services to the performing arts and to humanitarian and environmental causes. This honour shows that she is appreciated not only as an artist but also as an activist who contributes to society.

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  53. #053

    Cate Blanchett has appeared more than once in films by five different directors: Gillian Armstrong, Shekhar Kapur, Steven Soderbergh, Todd Haynes and Peter Jackson. Trusting in Blanchett's talent, these directors chose her again and again for different projects. This demonstrates her standing and reliability in the industry.

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  54. #054

    Cate Blanchett's father, Robert DeWitt Blanchett Jr., was born in Texas into a family that had lived in the American South for generations. His family has English and French origins. Blanchett's grandfather was born in Arkansas and was buried there, while her grandmother was from Oklahoma. This deep family history shaped her understanding of identity and culture.

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  55. #055

    Cate Blanchett is one of 13 actors to win the Academy, BAFTA, Critics' Choice, Golden Globe and SAG awards for the same performance. She achieved this with her performance in Blue Jasmine. By winning these five major awards for a single role, Blanchett holds a rare place in film history.

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  56. #056

    Six months after giving birth to her son Ignatius, Cate Blanchett returned to the stage as Blanche DuBois in the Broadway revival of A Streetcar Named Desire. This performance showed her commitment to theatre and her ability to balance motherhood with her career. Blanchett described the role as 'one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my career.'.

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  57. #057

    Cate Blanchett's acting heroes include Judy Davis, Wendy Hughes, Robert Menzies and Geoffrey Rush, all significant figures in Australian cinema and theatre. Blanchett has said she drew inspiration from these actors and followed in their footsteps in her career.

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  58. #058

    At the age of 46, Cate Blanchett became the fourth youngest actor to reach seven Academy Award nominations. Only Bette Davis (36), Meryl Streep (38) and Kate Winslet (40) reached that number at a younger age. Blanchett's nominations demonstrate how steady and successful her career has been.

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  59. #059

    When Cate Blanchett finished shooting Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, she was three months pregnant with her son Ignatius. This showed that she could work professionally even during pregnancy, including in demanding action scenes. Blanchett described the experience as "both physically and emotionally challenging."

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  60. #060

    Cate Blanchett was included in People magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People in the World" list. The selection showed that she was admired not only for her acting talent but also for her elegance and beauty. Blanchett said being on the list was "a lovely compliment."

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  61. #061

    At a press conference for How to Train Your Dragon 2 at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival, a journalist asked Cate Blanchett who was better, herself or Marion Cotillard. Blanchett answered without hesitation that Cotillard was better and praised her performances in La Vie En Rose and Rust and Bone. She also said she looked forward to seeing Cotillard as Lady Macbeth in Macbeth. The remark showed Blanchett's modesty and her admiration for her colleagues.

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  62. #062

    Cate Blanchett's first Oscar nomination came for her performance as Queen Elizabeth I in Elizabeth. That same year, Dame Judi Dench won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for the same role in Shakespeare in Love. Blanchett won her first Oscar for playing Katharine Hepburn in The Aviator. These two roles demonstrate her ability to portray real-life characters successfully.

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  63. #063

    Cate Blanchett returned to work to begin shooting Little Fish six months after giving birth to her son Roman. The quick return showed her commitment to her career and her professionalism. Blanchett successfully managed both motherhood and her acting responsibilities during this period.

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  64. #064

    Cate Blanchett is one of nine actors nominated for an Oscar for playing a real queen. The list also includes names such as Norma Shearer, Katharine Hepburn, Geneviève Bujold, Vanessa Redgrave, Janet Suzman, Helen Mirren and Judi Dench. Blanchett achieved this with her performances as Queen Elizabeth I in Elizabeth and Elizabeth: The Golden Age.

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  65. #065

    Cate Blanchett was considered for the role of Clarice Starling in Hannibal, but the part ultimately went to Julianne Moore. The role was an iconic character previously played by Jodie Foster. Blanchett commented on the situation by saying it "could have been an opportunity to add a different interpretation."

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  66. #066

    Eddie Redmayne appeared alongside Cate Blanchett in Elizabeth: The Golden Age. In 2015, a year after Blanchett won the Best Actress Oscar for Blue Jasmine, she presented Redmayne with the Best Actor Oscar for The Theory of Everything. The gesture showed the respect and friendship between the two.

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  67. #067

    Cate Blanchett completed her undergraduate training at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney. The prestigious school is one of Australia's most important acting schools. Blanchett built a solid foundation for her career with the training she received there.

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  68. #068

    Cate Blanchett's older brother Bob has a mild form of cerebral palsy. During their childhood, Blanchett always defended him against other children who mocked him. Blanchett, who gave her second son the name Bob, thanked her older brother in her acceptance speech when she won the Oscar for Blue Jasmine. This close bond shows Blanchett's devotion and loyalty to her family.

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  69. #069

    The Sydney Theatre Company announced that Cate Blanchett and her husband Andrew Upton would become its artistic directors from 2008.

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    It was announced that Cate Blanchett and Ralph Fiennes would each be honoured with separate gala ceremonies in October during the Film Society of Lincoln Center's annual film festival in New York City.

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    Cate Blanchett won the Helpmann Award for Best Female Actor for her performance in "Hedda Gabler."

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    Cate Blanchett grew up in the suburb of Eaglemont, part of the Greater Melbourne area.

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    Cate Blanchett was the first choice for the role of Marianne in A Bigger Splash (2015). The role ultimately went to Tilda Swinton.

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  74. #074

    Cate Blanchett was set to play Portia in Michael Radford's 2004 adaptation of William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, which would have reunited her with Joseph Fiennes, her co-star in Elizabeth (1998), but she had to leave the project when she learned she was pregnant. It would also have reunited her with Ian McKellen, with whom she appeared in The Lord of the Rings trilogy and who was to play Shylock. In the end, he left the project as well.

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  75. #075

    Cate Blanchett was nominated for Best Female Performance at the Melbourne Green Room Awards for Belvoir St Theatre Company's production of "Hamlet."

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    Cate Blanchett became the 126th actor to win an Academy Award, taking the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for The Aviator (2004) at the 77th Academy Awards (2005) on 27 February 2005.

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  77. #077

    Cate Blanchett made seven films with Sir Peter Jackson: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002), The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003), Hot Fuzz (2007), The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012), The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) and The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014). Hot Fuzz (2007) is the only one of these that Jackson did not direct.

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    In 2003, The New York Times published a profile of the then-pregnant actress and observed of her busy schedule: "Blanchett is a secret workaholic; she runs from set to set, not taking much time to enjoy a luxurious life or home life."

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    Cate Blanchett is an American citizen because her father was American.

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    Cate Blanchett shared the cover of Vanity Fair's 2016 Hollywood issue with Jane Fonda, Viola Davis, Jennifer Lawrence, Charlotte Rampling, Rachel Weisz, Lupita Nyong'o, Brie Larson, Alicia Vikander, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Helen Mirren, Diane Keaton and Saoirse Ronan. The photographs were taken by Annie Leibovitz.

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  81. #081

    Cate Blanchett was originally cast as Izzi Creo in The Fountain (2006), but had to leave the film because of a scheduling conflict with Little Fish (2005). Rachel Weisz was later cast in her place.

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    Cate Blanchett has appeared in 10 films nominated for Best Picture.

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    Cate Blanchett worked with Anjelica Huston on The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) and with Danny Huston, respectively the daughter and son of director John Huston, on The Aviator (2004). Besides playing Katharine Hepburn, who starred in John Huston's The African Queen (1951), she also appeared in a remake of a film in which John Huston acted: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003).

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    As of 2023, Cate Blanchett had appeared in 10 films titled after the character she played: Veronica Guerin (2003), Charlotte Gray (2001), Elizabeth (1998), The Wedding Party (1997), Oscar and Lucinda (1997), Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007), Blue Jasmine (2013), Carol (2015), Where'd You Go, Bernadette (2019) and Tár (2022).

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  85. #085

    Cate Blanchett gave birth to her second child, a boy named Roman Robert Upton, at age 34 on 23 April 2004. The child's father is her husband, Andrew Upton.

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    Cate Blanchett attended Methodist Ladies College (MLC) in Melbourne, Australia, and was School Drama Captain.

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    As of 2022, seven of Cate Blanchett's films had been in the official competition of the Berlin Film Festival, and a total of 11 of her films had been shown at the festival.

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  88. #088

    The pink fringed Givenchy gown Cate Blanchett wore to the 2016 Golden Globe Awards inspired Mattel's Blush Fringed Gown Barbie; only 999 of the collectible Barbie were produced, making it a highly sought-after item.

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  89. #089

    On 15 February 2005, Cate Blanchett attended the 2005 Elle Style Awards held at London's fashionable Spitalfields Market. She posed for a photo with her Australian colleague Kylie Minogue, who was given a Lifetime Achievement Award.

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  90. #090

    Cate Blanchett returned to her hometown of Melbourne to promote the SK-II skincare line at Myer, Australia's leading department store. As of September 2011, she was still appearing in full-page print advertisements for the same cosmetic product.

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  91. #091

    Cate Blanchett returned to work seven months after the birth of her son Dashiell to begin filming Veronica Guerin (2003).

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  92. #092

    Cate Blanchett was named by Empire magazine as one of the 100 sexiest stars in film history (#31).

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  93. #093

    Cate Blanchett appeared in a film selected by the Library of Congress for the National Film Registry as "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant": The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001).

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  94. #094

    Cate Blanchett worked with Troy Garity on Bandits (2001). In The Aviator (2004), she played Katharine Hepburn, who starred in On Golden Pond (1981) with Garity's mother, Jane Fonda, and his grandfather, Henry Fonda.

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    Cate Blanchett won the Rosemont Best Actress Award for her performance in "Oleanna."

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    Cate Blanchett appears opposite Leonardo DiCaprio, who plays Howard Hughes, in The Aviator (2004). A year earlier she starred with Tommy Lee Jones in The Missing (2003). Years before that, Jones had played Hughes in The Amazing Howard Hughes (1977).

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    For her role in Notes on a Scandal (2006), Cate Blanchett was officially included on the BAFTA longlist — considered the semi-final stage — for Best Actress in a Leading Role (unlike at the Oscars, where she competed in the supporting category); the list consisted of 15 finalists per category, excluding Animated Film. She was eliminated, however, in the next round, from which the five official nominees were selected.

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