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Emily Blunt is a British-American actress known for her versatile performances in various film genres, including comedy, drama, and action. She was born on February 23, 1983, in Roehampton, London, England, to an English father, Oliver Simon Peter Blunt, a barrister, and an American mother, Janice Joanne, a former teacher and actress.
Emily began her acting career in her early teens, appearing in various stage productions and television shows in the UK. Her breakthrough role came in 2001 when she starred as Tamsin in the British television series "Doctor Who." She gained further recognition for her role as Janet in the 2002 film "My Summer of Love."
Blunt's international breakthrough came in 2006 when she starred alongside Johnny Depp in the fantasy film "The Holiday." Her performance earned her critical acclaim and led to numerous high-profile roles in Hollywood. She has since appeared in films such as "The Devil Wears Prada" (2006), "The Young Victoria" (2009), "Edge of Tomorrow" (2014), "Sicario" (2015), and "A Quiet Place" (2018), among others.
Blunt is known for her ability to master various accents and has portrayed characters from different nationalities, including American, British, Spanish, and Italian. She has been nominated for several awards, including a Golden Globe and a BAFTA, and has won several accolades for her acting.
Off-screen, Blunt is married to American actor John Krasinski, whom she met while filming "The Office" in 2008. They have two daughters together. Blunt is an advocate for various charities and causes, including UNICEF and the Royal National Theatre. She is also a supporter of the Time's Up movement against sexual harassment and assault in the entertainment industry.
