Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron is a South African-American actress and producer, born August 7, 1975, known for her striking beauty and transformative roles, especially winning an Oscar for playing serial killer Aileen Wuornos in Monster (2003). Raised on a farm in South Africa, she overcame a traumatic childhood, including witnessing her mother kill her abusive, alcoholic father in self-defense, to become a celebrated star, also known for films like The Devil's Advocate, Mad Max: Fury Road, and Bombshell, and for producing many of her projects.