Emma Watson: British Actress
Biography
Full Name: Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson
Date of Birth: April 15, 1990
Place of Birth: Paris, France
Nationality: British
Profession: Actress, Activist, Model
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Languages: English, some French
Height and Physical Stats
Height: 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)
Weight: Approx. 53 kg (117 lbs)
Hair Colour: Light Brown
Eye Colour: Brown
Build: Slim
Distinctive Features: Classic beauty, poised demeanor
Education
Early Schooling: The Dragon School (Oxford, England)
Secondary Education: Headington School, Oxford
Tutored on set during the Harry Potter films
University:
Brown University (USA) – Graduated with a degree in English Literature (2014)
Also studied at Worcester College, Oxford for a year as part of an exchange program
Family
Father: Chris Watson – British lawyer
Mother: Jacqueline Luesby – British lawyer
Siblings:
Alex Watson – younger brother, model
Also has step -siblings from her parents' later relationships
Moved from Paris to England at age 5 after her parents' divorce
Career
Breakthrough – Harry Potter Series
Cast as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) at age 10
Appeared in all 8 Harry Potter films (2001–2011), becoming a global icon
Earned widespread praise for her intelligence and charisma on screen
Post-Potter Film Career
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) – critical acclaim
The Bling Ring (2013) – Sofia Coppola's crime drama
Noah (2014) – biblical epic by Darren Aronofsky
Regression (2015), Colonia (2015), and The Circle (2017)
Beauty and the Beast (2017) – played Belle in Disney's live-action musical remake
Grossed over $1.2 billion worldwide
Little Women (2019) – played Meg March in Greta Gerwig's Oscar-nominated adaptation
Activism & Humanitarian Work
UN Women Goodwill Ambassador since 2014
Launched the HeForShe campaign, advocating for gender equality
Advocates for sustainable fashion, education for girls, and equal rights
Featured on Time's 100 Most Influential People list (2015)
Net Worth
Estimated Net Worth (2024): $85–90 million
Major earnings from Harry Potter, Beauty and the Beast, and fashion endorsements
Brand ambassador for Lancôme, Burberry, and Prada
Invests in ethical and sustainable brands
Awards & Honours
Major Awards:
MTV Movie Awards:
Best Female Performance – Perks of Being a Wallflower (2013)
Best Performance – Beauty and the Beast (2017)
Teen Choice Awards: Multiple wins for Harry Potter series
British Fashion Awards : Best British Style Icon (2014)
Women's Champion Award – British GQ (2013)
BAFTA Britannia Award for British Artist of the Year (2014)
Humanitarian Recognition:
UN Women's HeForShe campaign leader
Time 100 honoree
Ranked among the world's most influential public figures and fashion icons
Quick Facts
Known for balancing her education with a demanding acting career
Favorite books include The Alchemist and Pride and Prejudice
Trained in dance and stage performance before becoming a film actress
Maintains a low public profile but is widely admired for her activism, intelligence, and grace.
