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Rooney Mara
Rooney Mara, an American actress and humanitarian, has anchored herself as a protagonist of compelling performances in the world cinema. Born on April 17, 1985, in Bedford, New York, she heralds from an influential sports family, the owners of the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite her strong family ties to football, Rooney chose to follow her passion for acting, studying at the Gallatin School of Individualized Study, a part of New York University, where she pursued psychology, international social policy, and nonprofits.
Mara made her acting debut in 2005 with direct-to-video horror film Urban Legends: Bloody Mary but earned wider recognition with her role in the critically acclaimed film The Social Network in 2010. Her portrayal of Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011) showcased her ability to delve into complex characters, earning her nominations for an Academy Award and a Golden Globe. Since then, she has been part of several high-profile projects such as Carol (2015), Lion (2016), and Joker (2019), demonstrating her penchant for tackling diverse roles.
Beyond her acting career, Mara is also known for her philanthropic efforts and dedication to animal rights. She co-founded the Uweza Foundation, which focuses on empowering and providing opportunities to children living in Kenya's Kibera slum. True to her commitment to veganism, she launched a fashion brand "Hiraeth" that offers clothes free of any animal-derived materials.
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