Who is Brie Larson?
Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers (born October 1, 1989), professionally known as Brie Larson, is an award-winning American actress, producer, director, singer-songwriter, and activist . She began training in the arts at age six at the American Conservatory Theater and started her career with small roles and TV appearances in the late 1990s. As a teenager, she released a pop album, Finally Out of P.E., in 2005.
Brie’s breakout came with Short Term 12 (2013), receiving critical acclaim and paving the way for her Oscar-winning performance in Room (2015), earning her the Academy Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA, and SAG Award . She then entered the Marvel Cinematic Universe as **Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel† in Captain Marvel (2019), the first female-led superhero film to gross over $1 billion. She reprised the role in Avengers: Endgame (2019), which grossed $2.79 billion globally.
Larson has expanded her artistic reach—directing and starring in Unicorn Store (Netflix, 2017) and producing various projects. She also starred in the Apple TV+ limited series Lessons in Chemistry (2023), earning Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.
Beyond entertainment, Larson is a vocal advocate for gender equality, sexual assault survivors, and diversity in media. In 2018, she helped launch the Hollywood Time’s Up initiative. She keeps much of her personal life private, often declining to discuss topics like her family.
In 2025, Larson’s artistry continues to evolve: she’s set to star in the creature-horror thriller Fail-Safe, produced by J.J. Abrams and is currently starring in the West End revival of Elektra, showcasing her commitment to theater . Additionally, she made a surprising cameo in Season 4 of The Bear as Francie Fak, generating buzz among fans.
Brie Larson Biography
| Brie Larson Age | Age: 35 (as of July 2025) – born October 1, 1989 |
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| Brie Larson Birthday | 01/10/1989 |
| Brie Larson Height | ~5′ 6″–5′ 7″ (167 cm) |
| Brie Larson Religion | Christian upbringing (some sources note “Christian”) though briefly home-schooled; sometimes described generically |
| Brie Larson Nationality | U.S. (and Canadian citizenship via father) |
| Brie Larson Profession | Actress, filmmaker, musician |
| Brie Larson Net Worth | Estimated around US$25 million |
| Brie Larson Husband | Brie Larson is currently unmarried. She was in a long-term relationship with musician Alex Greenwald (2013–2019), engaged in 2016 but called it off by early 2019. She later briefly dated actor-filmmaker Elijah Allan-Blitz (2019). |
| Brie Larson Siblings | Brother - | Sister - Younger sister Milaine Desaulniers |
| Brie Larson Parents | Father - Sylvain Desaulniers | Mother - Heather Edwards |
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Brie Larson Relationships in Past
Alex Greenwald (2013–2019; engaged 2016–2019)Elijah Allan-Blitz (circa 2019)
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Brie Larson Viral News
Viral News - Bleach‑Blonde Pixie Cut Debut Overview -
Larson unveiled a striking bleach-blonde pixie cut on Instagram, echoing Mia Farrow’s iconic look from Rosemary’s Baby. The transformation sparked admiration and comparisons across social media.
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Viral News - Empowering West End Role in Elektra Overview -
In early 2025, Brie debuted in the London revival of Elektra, cutting her hair into a buzz for the role. She shared behind-the-scenes footage on Instagram and YouTube, emphasizing the empowering experience of performing Greek tragedy.
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Viral News - Cameo in The Bear Season 4 Overview -
Her surprise appearance as Francie Fak in The Bear shocked fans and generated buzz—some praised her performance, others debated whether such star power disrupted the show’s tone.
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Brie Larson Movies List
| Movie Name | Release Year | Director Name | Co-Actor |
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| Room | 2015 | Lenny Abrahamson | |
| Short Term 12 | 2013 | Destin Daniel Cretton | |
| Captain Marvel | 2019 | Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck | |
| Avengers: Endgame | 2019 | Anthony & Joe Russo |