What is Renée Zellweger's net worth?
Renée Zellweger is an award-winning American actress and producer who has a net worth of $90 million. Renée Zellweger began her professional journey in the early 1990s with appearances in low-budget films and television roles. However, her star truly began to rise with a breakout role in "Jerry Maguire" (1996), where she played the romantic lead opposite Tom Cruise. Her memorable line, "You had me at hello," became an instant classic.
The actress further showcased her range by embracing the world of British romantic comedies, taking on the title role in "Bridget Jones's Diary" (2001). Zellweger's portrayal of Bridget Jones, complete with a British accent and notable weight gain to fit the character, earned her an Academy Award nomination. She reprised the role in two sequels, cementing Bridget Jones as a cultural icon of the 2000s.
Zellweger's dedication to her craft was again evident when she transformed herself to play Roxie Hart in the musical "Chicago" (2002). Her performance, demonstrating not only her acting prowess but also her singing and dancing abilities, was lauded by critics and fans alike. This period of her career was particularly noteworthy, culminating in a Best Supporting Actress Oscar win for her role in "Cold Mountain" (2003).
After a brief hiatus in the 2010s, Zellweger made a triumphant return to the screen with "Judy" (2019), a biographical film where she portrayed the legendary Judy Garland. Her performance, capturing the vulnerability and strength of Garland, won her the Academy Award for Best Actress.
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Early Life
Renee Zellweger was born on April 25, 1969 and raised in Katy, Texas. Her father, Emil Erich, is from the Swiss town of Au, St. Gallen and was a mechanical engineer, and her mother, Kjellfrid, was a nurse and midwife who moved from Norway to the U.S. to work as a governess for a Norwegian family in Texas.
Zellweger was a very active athlete during her time at Katy High School, participating in cheerleading, soccer, football, and other sports and activities. She was also active in drama and speech. She went to UT Austin after high school, working as a cocktail waitress after her father lost his job and was unable to support her, and graduated with an English degree in 1991.
With a sparked interest in acting, she began getting small roles, her first being a Coors Light commercial.
