Emma Watson is a British actress, model, and activist who rose to fame for her portrayal of Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter film series. She was born on April 15, 1990, in Paris, France, to British parents.
After the success of the Harry Potter franchise, Watson continued to act in films such as The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Beauty and the Beast, and Little Women. She has also worked as a model and was appointed as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador in 2014.
Watson is also known for her activism on issues such as gender equality and environmental sustainability. She launched the HeForShe campaign in 2014, which calls on men to advocate for gender equality, and has been a vocal supporter of sustainable fashion.
In addition to her acting and activism work, Watson studied at Brown University in the United States and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English literature in 2014. She is widely regarded as a role model for young women and has been named one of the world’s most influential people by Time magazine.