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Who is Hailee Steinfeld?
Hailee Steinfeld, born on December 11, 1996, in Los Angeles, California, is a versatile actress, singer, and musician. She began her acting career at the age of eight and earned widespread recognition for her breakout role in the 2010 film True Grit. At just 14 years old, Steinfeld garnered an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Mattie Ross, a determined teen seeking justice in the Western film. This early success set the stage for a remarkable career in both film and music.
Early Career and Breakthrough
Steinfeld’s breakthrough in True Grit came after she auditioned alongside over 15,000 other actresses. She impressed directors Joel and Ethan Coen by auditioning in character, even wearing a homemade 1800s-style costume. Her performance earned her critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination. She starred alongside renowned actors Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon, and Josh Brolin, showcasing her talent at such a young age.
In the years following True Grit, Steinfeld’s career continued to flourish. She played Juliet Capulet in a 2013 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet and appeared in Begin Again and Ender’s Game. These roles solidified her status as a rising star in Hollywood.
Pitch Perfect and Music Career
Steinfeld’s career took a musical turn when she joined the Pitch Perfect franchise. In 2015, she played Emily Junk in Pitch Perfect 2, which became a major box office success. Her performance led to a recording contract with Republic Records, and she released her debut single, “Love Myself,” in 2015. The song went platinum, and she followed it with the Haiz EP, which included the successful single “Starving,” a collaboration with Grey and Zedd.
In addition to her musical achievements, Steinfeld starred in the 2016 coming-of-age film The Edge of Seventeen, earning a Golden Globe nomination for her portrayal of Nadine Byrd. She also voiced a character in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and starred in the 2018 Transformers film Bumblebee, further establishing herself as a multifaceted talent.
Personal Life and Education
Hailee Steinfeld was raised in Thousand Oaks, California, and began her acting journey at an early age. Encouraged by her mother, who insisted she study acting before pursuing roles, Steinfeld gained early experience through TV commercials and student films. She graduated high school in 2015 and pursued a home-schooling program to balance her career with academics.
Despite her public life, Steinfeld is known for keeping her romantic life private. She has been linked to several high-profile individuals, including Justin Bieber and Charlie Puth, though she has denied romantic involvement with both. She has also been romantically linked to Niall Horan, though their relationship ended by the close of 2018.
Steinfeld’s career and personal journey continue to captivate fans as she transitions seamlessly between acting and music, solidifying her place as one of Hollywood’s most promising young talents.