Julie Christie

Born on April 14th, 1940, **Julie Frances Christie** is an acclaimed British actress known for her numerous award-winning performances. Christie's accolades include earning an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She has a distinguished presence in British cinema, having appeared in six films ranked in the British Film Institute's BFI Top 100 British films of the 20th century. Moreover, in appreciation of her vast contributions to the industry, she received the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement in 1997. Christie's acting career started with Billy Liar (1963), after which she gained international recognition for her performances in Darling (1965) and Doctor Zhivago (also 1965). Furthering her career, Christie starred in Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) on television. Later in her career, Christie made a brief appearance in the Harry Potter series (2004), adding diversity to her filmography. She also has roles in numerous critically acclaimed movies such as Fahrenheit 451 (1966) and Far from the Madding Crowd (1967) and many more. Despite having a large following and recognition, Christie often declined many high-profile film roles, demonstrating her selective nature and focus in her performing arts career. In her personal life, Christie is fluent in French and Italian and has been a passionate supporter of various causes, including animal rights, environmental protection, and the anti-nuclear power movement. She has lived with her husband, journalist Duncan Campbell, since 1979, with whom she shares her life away from the spotlight.