Emma Stone is one of Arizona's biggest stars: What to know about her ties to the state
Emma Stone won a Golden Globe for her outstanding performance in "Poor Things," adding yet another accolade to her illustrious career.
The Scottsdale native is one of the biggest celebrities to come from Arizona, making her mark on the global stage of Hollywood. Her career ranges from her early days of acting in local theater to achieving international acclaim with roles in blockbusters like "The Amazing Spider-Man" and critically acclaimed films such as "La La Land.”
Despite her widespread success, she maintains strong ties to Arizona, where her passion for acting first blossomed.
Here is everything you need to know about Emma Stone's journey from the Arizona stage to the Golden Globes spotlight.
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Where is Emma Stone from?
Emma Stone is from Scottsdale, Arizona.
How did Emma Stone become famous?
Emma Stone gained recognition through her work in films including "Cruella" and a 10-episode Showtime series called "The Curse," which showed a side of her audiences hadn't seen before.
Before she made it to the big screen, Stone acted in numerous productions at Valley Youth Theatre in downtown Phoenix when she was a child. She performed in "The Wind in the Willows" and "Alice in Wonderland."
After that, she went on television, with early roles in shows like "In Search of the New Partridge Family" and "Medium." Her breakthrough came with the teen comedy film "Superbad" in 2007, in which she played Jules, according to IMDb.
Stone's career continued to rise with notable roles in films such as "Zombieland,” "Easy A,” and "The Help,” earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
What is Emma Stone's most famous movie?
The debate over Emma Stone's biggest movie hinges on commercial success vs. critical acclaim.
Many say the blockbuster status and mainstream appeal of "The Amazing Spider-Man" is what skyrocketed Stone's career, according to IMDb. Others cite the critical acclaim of "La La Land," including Stone's Oscar-winning performance and the film's artistic recognition.
Emma Stone's biggest movies
According to Rotten Tomatoes, the top 10 Emma Stone movies are:
"Poor Things" (2023)
2. "The Favourite" (2018)
3. "Birdman" (2014)
4. "La La Land" (2016)
5. "Zombieland" (2009)
6. "Superbad" (2007)
7. "Easy A" (2010)
8. "Battle of the Sexes" (2017)
9. "Crazy, Stupid, Love" (2011)
10. "The Croods: A New Age" (animated) (2020)
What movie did Emma Stone win an Oscar for?
Emma Stone won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in "La La Land." The movie, released in 2016, is a musical romantic comedy-drama directed by Damien Chazelle where Stone's performance as Mia Dolan earned her widespread acclaim. Stone starred opposite Ryan Gosling in "La La Land."
How many times did Emma Stone host 'Saturday Night Live'?
Emma Stone is in the exclusive Five-Timers Club, a group of people who have hosted SNL five times. Other members include Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, Justin Timberlake, Tina Fey and Candice Bergen.
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