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Renee Zellweger Biography, Age, Ex-husband, Children, Family, Wiki & More

Updated On : February 10, 2020

Short Biography

Renee Zellweger was born on 25-04-1969 in Katy, Harris in the state of Texas, United States. She is an American Film Actress, Film Producer, Television Actress & Voice Artist who is known for her work in Hollywood.

Other Name: Renee Kathleen Zellweger
Other Professions: Film Producer Television Actress Voice Artist
Appearance: Hollywood

Renee Zellweger Complete Bio & Career

Renée Kathleen Zellweger hails from a small town named Katy in Texas. She completed her school level education from Katy High School and was gymnast, cheerleader and a speech team member during her school days. She was also a member of her school drama club and that is where she incorporated acting skills. 
 
Her father lost his job while she was in college and therefore, she took up a job as a cocktail waitress in Austin, Texas. It was during this time that she was spotted and started getting acting offers. She started off her career in an uncredited role in the film Dazed and Confused in the year 1993. She came to limelight after her performance in the film Reality bites in the year 1994. She played her first lead role in the film titled Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation in the year 1994. The film boomed at the box-office but she got noticed. She became a household name after her performance in the film Jerry Maguire in 1996. She was cast opposite legendary Tom Cruise in this film and the film was her first commercial success. 
 
She received international stardom through the British film Bridget Jones's Diary in the year 2001. Her casting was severely criticized but with her performance she proved what she is capable of. In 2003, she won her first Oscars for supporting actress role in the film Cold Mountain. Since then, she never looked back and gave hits after hits in Cinderella Man, Leatherheads, and Case 39 among others. After the release of My Own Love Song in the year 2010, she took a break. She returned to silver screen 6 years later with the film titled The Whole Truth in 2016. She played the role of Judy Garland in her biographical film and ended up winning her 2nd Oscar award. In addition to films, she has also starred in some television series as well. She played the lead role in the American thriller web series What/If in the year 2019.

Renee Zellweger Family, Relatives and Other Relations

She was born to Emil Erich Zellweger and Kjellfrid Irene. She has a brother named Adrien Zellweger. She was briefly married to country musician Kenny Chesney in 2005. She is currently dating musician Doyle Bramhall II.

Life's Important Dates Of Renee Zellweger

Body Measurements

Breast Size 34
Waist Size 26
Hip Size 35
Body Figure 34-26-35
Skin Colour White
Eye Colour Blue
Hair Colour Blonde

Personal Info

Home Town Katy, Texas
Nationality American
Religion Christian
Address Los Angeles, California, United States
School Katy High School, Katy
College University of Texas, Austin
Qualification Graduate
Hobbies Travelling and Cooking
Marital Status Divorced
Debut Film - Dazed and Confused (1993)
TV - A Taste for Killing (1992)
Best Movies Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation (1994), Jerry Maguire (1996), Cold Mountain (2003), Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004), and Judy (2019) among others
Salary N/A
Net Worth N/A
Official Website N/A

Favourites

Favorite Color Pink and Black
Favorite Sport Baseball
Favorite Actor Tom Cruise
Favorite Accessories Jewelry

Shocking / Interesting Facts & Secrets About Renee Zellweger

  • She describes herself as being raised in a “lazy Catholics and Episcopalians” family.
  • She was active in sports as a kid and played football, baseball, soccer, basketball and many others.
  • She had also worked as a waitress in Austin, Texas.
  • To raise awareness and money for Breast Health Institute, she joined hands with Tommy Hilfiger in April 2011.
  • She is not on social media.

Renee Zellweger Age, Birthday Facts and Birthday Countdown

55 years, 2months, 10 days old age Renee Zellweger will turn 56 on 25 April, 2025. Only 9 months, 19 days, 20 hours,39 minutes has left for her next birthday.

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