Helen Mirren Headshot
Report a problem with this profile
[email protected]

Helen Mirren      

Oscar Winning Actress

Helen Mirren, an accomplished English actor, has a distinguished career spanning six decades. Known for her versatility, Mirren has performed in a variety of genres, from period dramas such as "The Madness of King George", "Gosford Park", and "The Last Station", to action films like "Red", its sequel "Red 2", and the "Fast & Furious" franchise. She has received critical acclaim and numerous award nominations for her performances in these films. Mirren's portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in both The Queen and The Audience earned her an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award, along with a Tony Award and a Laurence Olivier Award respectively.

In addition to her film career, Mirren has made significant contributions to the stage. She made her West End debut in 1975 and has since won a myriad of accolades including three British Academy Television Awards and four Primetime Emmy Awards for her role as DCI Jane Tennison in Prime Suspect. Her performance in Cal also won her the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress. Mirren's dedication to her craft led to her appointment as a Dame (DBE) in 2003 for services to drama, further testament to her influence and standing in the world of theatre and film.

Over the years, Mirren's contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement, and the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award. In 2021, she branched out to appear in the music video "La Vacinada" by Checco Zalone, demonstrating her willingness to explore new artistic avenues. In 2024, in a unique tribute to her influence, Mirren's likeness was turned into a Barbie doll to commemorate International Women's Day. With a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in 1996 and the Honorary Golden Bear in 2020, Mirren's extensive list of accolades and acting credits underscore her talent and recognition in the entertainment industry.

News


Helen Mirren To Host The Stuttering Association For The Young's 14th Annual Benefit Gala
SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young will host its 14th Annual Benefit Gala, on Monday, May 2, 2016, to celebrate the courage and achievements of more than 70 million people who stutter, including 5% of all children.
Helen Mirren to Join Will Smith in New Line Drama 'Collateral Beauty'
Oscar winner Helen Mirren is in negotiations to join Will Smith in the New Line drama “Collateral Beauty,” an individual with knowledge of the situation has told  ...
Budweiser And Helen Mirren Say No To Drunk Driving
Budweiser is using the bright lights of advertising’s biggest stage — Super Bowl 50 — to take on drunk driving in an unexpected, unorthodox and powerful way.
Helen Mirren Defends Academy in Oscar Diversity Debate
Oscar winner Helen Mirren is defending the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in the Oscars diversity debate.
Helen Mirren and Ben Kingsley among 100 narrators for film about peace
Helen Mirren on Not Having Kids: 'I Never Felt the Need for a Child ...
Oscar winner Helen Mirren may play mothering characters on camera, but the iconic actress has regrets about not having a family of her own.
Show more news
Helen Mirren Describes Her 'Royal Canadian Air Force' Exercise Plan
Despite the opinions of her fans, Helen Mirren doesn't think she has a great figure. However, she did admit that she recently began working out again. "Just this ...
Show less news

Related Speakers View all


More like Helen