Emma Watson is one of the most recognizable British actresses of her generation. She became an international star at a remarkably young age after being cast as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter film series. Over the course of eight movies, audiences watched Watson grow from a child performer into a globally recognized actress, fashion figure, activist, and public personality.
Her career, however, extends far beyond Hermione Granger. After Harry Potter, Watson deliberately chose a variety of projects, including The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Bling Ring, Noah, Beauty and the Beast, The Circle, and Little Women. At the same time, she continued her education and became involved with campaigns focused on gender equality and women’s rights.
Today, Emma Watson’s career is notable not only because of the commercial success of her films but also because of the way she has balanced entertainment, education, fashion, and activism.
