Uma Thurman

Uma Karuna Thurman (born April 29, 1970) is an American actress known for her myriad roles spanning various film genres, including romantic comedies, dramas, science fiction, and action films. Thurman first gained international prominence with her performance in Quentin Tarantino's 1994 film Pulp Fiction, earning nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She continued to earn accolades for her performance in Tarantino's Kill Bill series (2003, 2004), securing another BAFTA Award nomination and two more Golden Globe nominations. Uma Thurman enjoyed a successful career in Hollywood with memorable roles in notable films. In 2011, she served as a member of the jury for the main competition at the 64th Cannes Film Festival. In 2017, Thurman made her Broadway debut in The Parisian Woman. She has also made significant strides in television with award-winning performances in series such as the HBO film Hysterical Blindness and the NBC musical series Smash. Early in her life, Thurman received a Buddhist upbringing and spent around two years in Almora, India. Uma Thurman was born on April 29, 1970, in Boston, Massachusetts. Her unique upbringing and early life experiences have shaped her acting career in unique ways, making her one of the most versatile and respected actresses in Hollywood.