Charlize Theron

Actress

Net Worth $ 110 Million

Estates and Homes Autos and Cars Pets Brands

Birthday1st Jan, 70
Birth PlaceSouth Africa
Marital statusSingle

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The South African actress started her acting career in 1995 with Children of the Corn III but gained popularity couple of years later with The Devil's Advocate. She delivered a huge hit in 1998 with Mighty Joe Young. She won an Academy Award for Best Actress for Monster in 2003. She became the first person from Africa to win an Academy Award in an acting category. Her role in North Country in 205 fetched her yet another Academy Award nomination. Though she became a US citizen in 2007, she still retains her South African citizenship. Monster in 2003 was a great turning point for the Charlize's career. She took home a salary of $10m for bothNorth Country and Aeon Flux. In 2006 she was among the top 7 highest paid actresses in Hollywood. She has endorsement deals with Dior and Raymond Weil. However, in 2009 she settled a huge lawsuit filed by watchmaker Raymond Weil as there was breach of contract on her part. She did an ad for rival watchmakers and wore a Christian Dior watch at a press event. The exact amount of the settlement was never disclosed, though. Charlize owns a beautiful house on a private beach in Malibu. The fully furnished house has three bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and occupies a space more than 2000 sq ft. She bought this house for $3,495,000. Last heard, she wants to rent her house at a monthly rent of $30,000 per month. She doesn't have to worry about her own place though coz she owns yet another house in Los Angeles. It was bought for $3 million in the middle of 2004. Theron simply loves to drive her Lexus RX and she is often seen driving around in his car over LA. She owns a Toyota Prius Hybrid too, like all other stars. Theron adopted a son in March this year and she lives with her son in Los Angeles. Between 1997 and 2001 she had been dating Stephen Jenkins but later on she started seeing Irish actor, Stuart Townsend. They were together for nine years but ultimately got separated in in January 2010. In 2009 Charlize had serious health problems as he suffered from a serious stomach virus. In fact, while filming for The Road she injured her vocal chords during the labor screaming scenes. Theron is an active member of PETA and has even in their anti-fur campaigns. She is also involved with a number of women's rights organizations.

Quotes

I think today women are very scared to celebrate themselves, because then they just get labeled.
Marriage equality is about more than just marriage. It's about something greater. It's about acceptance.
If they ever do my life story, whoever plays me needs lots of hair color and high heels.
I mean I tried to transform myself through characters throughout my career.

Did you know?

Forbes Magazine ranked her #5 on the list of "Hollywoods Top-Earning Actresses in 2012"
She was named as the "Sexiest actress" by Victorias Secret What Is Sexy list in 2012.
She won the Silver Bear, Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in in Monster in 2003.
She is the first South African to win an Academy Award in a major acting category.
She was named by AskMen the number one most desirable woman of 2003.

Family & relationships

Charlize Theron Estates and Homes (2)

Malibu Beach Home

The bombshell had a house near the beach, which she recently sold to Ryan Murphy for a good $6.5 million. She bought it in the year 2003 for $3.5 million and sold it in 2011 to Ryan Murphy.

Location: The house spills romance and is located on La Costa Beach in Malibu, California.

Accommodation: The serene home faces the ocean and its sun kissed sands. The two story property covers an area of 2100 square feet, which includes 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The house has been created to relax and escape the entire hustle bustle that comes tagged with a city life. Sounds of waves and sight of rising sun is enough to create an enigmatic experience.

Features: The mansion is located on a private beach and is bound to leave anyone awestruck. It comes draped in sheer elegance and is perfect to spend some quality time with family. Step out of the house and walk under sun rays while layers of sand act like a cushion. Sophisticated furniture and nautical shades rule the living room’s look, while glass walls vow not to restrict any views of the ocean. Add to it a fire pit, a large deck and a hot tub, which makes it all the more mesmerizing plus oozing a lot of warmth. The mansion is one of the oldest properties in the area, hence holds a lot of value.

Hollywood hills home

Glamorous queen Charlize Theron bought this home for $1.6 million in the year 1998.

Location: The stunningly designed home is located in Outpost Estates neighborhood, Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles. The million dollar pad, a walled and gated mansion,is a true picture of luxury.

Accommodation: The heavily renovated property has been set on an area of 5005 square feet. The house has been done up in style with spacious rooms, bathrooms and a living room worth drooling over. The beautiful actress undoubtedly has the perfect house with classy furnishings and utilitarian stuff ruling the space.

Features: The house is nothing less than a secluded oasis, which unfurls panoramic views and has a flavor of its own. The sight of landscaped areas with numerous trees is truly magical, which can hypnotize just anyone with its natural beauty. A sprawling backyard, complete with a pool is all that is required to laze around on a Sunday afternoon, while stealing glances of the blue sky and soothing tunes of chirping birds.

Neighborhood: Some famous celebrities in the same area include names like Gore Vidal, William H. Macy, Felicity Huffman and Orlando Bloom.

Charlize Theron Autos and Cars (2)

Lexus RX400h

A black Lexus RX400h is what the South African blonde picks, when it comes to moving from one place to the other every day. Being a gas electric hybrid version, the comfort coated ride comes smothered with clean and green traits. The all wheel drive provides brisk acceleration and is perfect for both city and highway traffic. The spacious inside makes sure Charlize Theron can relax even while traveling and soothe those tensed nerves as she listens to her favorite piece of music.

Range Rover

Land Rover Range Rover can make heads spin with its brawniness, just like Charlize Theron does with her sexiness. The sexy damsel hearts this off road ride, which finds a place in her garage. Capable of running smooth on almost any given terrain, the SUV with its high performance streak definitely steals a lot of glares.

Charlize Theron Pets (1)

Charlize Theron is definitely a dedicated pet lover. Denver and Delilah are her favorite cocker spaniels and she has named her production company after them! Tucker and Orson are her other dogs and they are both rescue dogs. Her love for dogs also extends beyond home via her support to PETA and many animal charities.

Charlize Theron Brands (4)

Giuseppe Zanotti Calfskin Strappy Sandals

Theron grabbed attention by wearing cutout wedges for the SWATH Berlin photo call on May 16, 2012. The vertiginous heels and flat sandals of Giuseppe Zanotti featured Theron the designer’s signature statement-making beaded with studded detailing.

iPhone 4S

Theron uses the newly released smart touch phone (iphone 4S) developed by Apple Inc. The iphone cases are sold with the name of Theron (Whatever It Takes Charlize Theron iPhone 4/4S Premium Tough Shield). The sale of the case- Whatever It Takes, supports charity and influences people to take ownership in creating awareness for rendering helping hand to curb poverty and providing solutions for the conservation of environment.

Christian Dior Miss Dior Clutch

On May 14, 2010, Charlize Theron carried Christian Dior Miss Dior clutch to the UK Premiere. Theron with Christian Dior in black leather captivated thousands of people gathered there. For the London Premier though, Theron made her appearance in Christian Dior Couture taking break from her movie the "Snow white and the Huntsman". The black lacy dress with an ivory slip accentuated her flair in carrying off the brand's cocktail collection.

Acne Barika

Theron wore Acne Barika-long dress in 2012 Human Rights Campaign held at Los Angeles, Gala. With the elegant look in black Acne frock, Theron dazzled with a natural make-up, and a simple ponytail. Her matching black bag along with her flat heeled pump-toed foot wear was greatly appreciated. The elegant two-piece black dress without elaborate work is available at saks.com for $440.

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