Scarlett Johansson is an American actress and producer who has gained worldwide recognition for her versatile performances in both independent and blockbuster films. Born on November 22, 1984, in New York City, Johansson began her acting career at a young age and has since become one of the highest-paid actresses in the world.
Johansson made her film debut in 1994 with the comedy-drama “North” and gained critical acclaim for her role in “Manny & Lo” (1996), which earned her an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Female Lead. She continued to impress audiences and critics with her performances in films such as “Ghost World” (2001), “Lost in Translation” (2003), and “Girl with a Pearl Earring” (2003).
However, it was her portrayal of the Marvel Comics character Black Widow (Natasha Romanoff) that catapulted Johansson to international fame. She first appeared as Black Widow in the 2010 film “Iron Man 2” and went on to reprise the role in several other Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films, including “The Avengers” series, “Captain America” series, and “Avengers: Endgame” (2019). Her portrayal of the character was highly praised for its strength, wit, and complexity.
