Scarlett Ingrid Johansson, born on November 22, 1984, in New York City, is a highly acclaimed American actress and singer. Known for her wide-ranging roles from independent films to major blockbusters, she ranks among the highest-paid actresses worldwide. Johansson has been recognized by Time magazine as one of the most influential people in both 2021 and 2025. Her movies have collectively earned over $14.5 billion globally, making her the top-grossing actress at the box office.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Scarlett Ingrid Johansson |
| Date of Birth | November 22, 1984 |
| Place of Birth | Manhattan, New York City, USA |
| Nationality | American and Danish (dual citizenship) |
| Spouse(s) | Ryan Reynolds (2008–2011), Romain Dauriac (2014–2017), Colin Jost (2020–present) |
| Children | 2 (Rose and Cosmo) |
| Occupations | Actress, Singer |
| Net Worth | Approximately $165 million |
Early Life and Education
Johansson was born in Manhattan to Karsten Johansson, a Danish architect, and Melanie Sloan, a producer and actress of Jewish heritage. She has a twin brother named Hunter, an older sister Vanessa (also an actress), an older brother Adrian, and a half-brother Christian.
From a young age, she pursued acting, studying at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute between ages 8 and 11. She later attended Manhattan’s Professional Children’s School, which supports young performers.
Career
Scarlett Johansson began her acting journey at age 8 with off-Broadway theater and made her film debut at 9 in North (1994). She gained early critical acclaim with The Horse Whisperer (1998) and Ghost World (2001).
Her breakthrough came with Lost in Translation (2003), for which she won a BAFTA, followed by Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003).
Johansson achieved global stardom as Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in multiple films from The Avengers (2012) through Black Widow (2021).
In recent years, Johansson has expanded her range with critically acclaimed performances in Marriage Story (2019) and Jojo Rabbit (2019), both earning her Academy Award nominations.
She continued to take on diverse roles, including voice acting in Fly Me to the Moon (2023). Johansson also starred in the highly anticipated Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025), marking a significant return to blockbuster franchises.
Beyond acting, Johansson has ventured into producing and has been active in theater, winning a Tony Award for her Broadway work.
She remains a prominent figure in Hollywood, balancing commercial hits with independent films, and continues to be one of the industry’s top earners.
Personal Life
Johansson has been married three times: first to Ryan Reynolds (2008–2011), then to Romain Dauriac (2014–2017), and currently to comedian Colin Jost since 2020.
She is a mother of two children, Rose and Cosmo. Johansson holds dual citizenship in the United States and Denmark and keeps her personal life relatively private while maintaining a public profile.
Net Worth
Her net worth is estimated at approximately $165 million, accumulated through her successful film career, endorsement deals with brands like Calvin Klein and L’Oréal, and other business ventures. She reportedly commands $10 to $20 million per film role.
Selected Filmography
- Lost in Translation (2003)
- Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003)
- The Avengers series (2012–2019)
- Marriage Story (2019)
- Jojo Rabbit (2019)
- Black Widow (2021)
- Fly Me to the Moon (2023)
- Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025)
Awards and Honors
- BAFTA Award for Best Actress
- Tony Award winner
- Two Academy Award nominations
- Five Golden Globe nominations
- Multiple appearances on Forbes Celebrity 100 list
- Included in Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2021 and 2025
