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Brie Larson

Brie Larson is an American actress known for her work in independent films, studio blockbusters, and television.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Brie Larson is an American actress who rose from independent films to become an Academy Award winner and a leading figure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

What it is

Born Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers in Sacramento, California, on October 1, 1989, Larson began her screen career in television and film. She gained early recognition for her breakout role in *Short Term 12* (2013) and supporting parts in *The Spectacular Now* (2013) and *Trainwreck* (2015).

Why it matters

Larson's performance in *Room* (2015) earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress, marking a career-defining achievement. She later entered blockbuster territory with *Kong: Skull Island* (2017) and as Carol Danvers / Captain Marvel in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, making her one of the most visible actors in contemporary franchise cinema.

Key details

Larson returned to television with *Lessons in Chemistry* (2023), earning a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress. Her career spans drama, comedy, and large-scale studio productions, reflecting a versatile trajectory from indie films to mainstream success.

In short

  • Won the Academy Award for Best Actress for *Room* (2015).
  • Plays Carol Danvers / Captain Marvel in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
  • Earned a Primetime Emmy nomination for *Lessons in Chemistry* (2023).
  • Birth name is Brianne Sidonie Desaulniers.

Quick questions

Who is Brie Larson?
Brie Larson is an American actress known for independent films, major studio productions, and television work.
What is Brie Larson best known for?
She is best known for her Oscar-winning role in *Room* and for playing Carol Danvers / Captain Marvel.
What award did Brie Larson win for *Room*?
She won the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brie_Larson
    Supports: Career milestones, breakthrough roles, Marvel role, and *Lessons in Chemistry* nomination.
  2. Screen Dollars — https://screendollars.com/celebrity/brie-larson/
    Supports: Birth date, birth place, and birth name.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0488953/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birth name, and general biography details.
  4. Whatsonstage — https://www.whatsonstage.com/stage-names/brie-larson/
    Supports: Early training background and *Room* award recognition.