Brie Larson

Brie Larson was born Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers on October 1, 1989, in Sacramento, California. She began acting at a very young age, becoming one of the youngest students admitted to the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco at just six years old. Her early career included roles in television shows and minor film appearances throughout the 2000s, including a memorable recurring role on the sitcom United States of Tara (2009-2011) and the cult comedy Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010).

Larson’s breakthrough came with her critically acclaimed performance in Short Term 12 (2013), an independent drama that showcased her extraordinary emotional range. This led to the role that would define her career: Ma in Room (2015), based on Emma Donoghue’s bestselling novel. Her devastating portrayal of a woman held captive with her young son earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress, the Golden Globe, the BAFTA, and the Screen Actors Guild Award, sweeping the major awards season at just 26 years old.

In 2019, Larson joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Carol Danvers in Captain Marvel, which grossed over $1.1 billion worldwide and made her one of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood. She reprised the role in Avengers: Endgame (2019) and The Marvels (2023). Beyond Marvel, she has continued to take on dramatic roles including her performance in the Apple TV+ series Lessons in Chemistry (2023), which earned widespread critical praise and award nominations.

Larson has also pursued directing, with her debut feature Unicorn Store (2017) released on Netflix. She is an outspoken advocate for inclusion and representation in Hollywood, using her platform to champion diverse voices in the film industry. Her YouTube channel, where she shared personal and creative content, also expanded her audience beyond traditional film fans. With an estimated net worth of $25 million, Larson’s wealth reflects her Oscar-winning pedigree combined with Marvel franchise earnings and her expanding work behind the camera.