Scarlett Johansson is 41 years old as of October 2026. She was born on 22 November 1984.
dominating blockbuster cinema as Black Widow whilst earning critical acclaim for indie dramas, becoming one of cinema's highest-grossing actors
Quick facts
Date of birth22 November 1984
Age41
NationalityAmerican
BirthplaceManhattan, United States
Editor's Take:
Johansson's career splits into parallel tracks rarely combined: commercial juggernaut and prestige darling. Her eight Marvel outings anchored a franchise whilst independent films earned her serious honours. The double Oscar nomination in **2019** proved she could excel in both comedy-drama and historical satire simultaneously. Early work with Coppola and Allen established her as a muse for auteurs; Marvel made her a global icon. Three years as the world's highest-paid actress (**2018**, **2019**, **2025**) confirmed her box-office clout. That Broadway Tony in **2010** shows her range extended beyond screens entirely.
Key Milestones
1994: made film debut in fantasy comedy North
2003: won BAFTA for Lost in Translation performance
2010: joined Marvel Cinematic Universe as Black Widow
2019: received two simultaneous Oscar nominations
Scarlett Ingrid Johansson (born November 22, 1984) is an American actress, singer, producer, and director. Her films as a leading actress have grossed over $15.4 billion worldwide, making her the third-highest-grossing actor in history.
Scarlett Johansson was born in Manhattan on 22 November 1984.
Johansson won a BAFTA Award for Best Actress for Lost in Translation (2003) and a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress for A View from the Bridge (2010).
She portrayed Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow across eight films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe between 2010 and 2021.
Johansson received two simultaneous Academy Award nominations in 2019 for Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit, a rare achievement in film history.
Career highlights
1996Manny & Lo: first leading film role
2003Lost in Translation: won BAFTA Award
2010Broadway Tony Award: A View from the Bridge
2010Iron Man 2: debut as Black Widow
2019dual Oscar nominations: Marriage Story, Jojo Rabbit
Did you know?Johansson holds dual American and Danish citizenship through her Copenhagen-born architect father.
Scarlett Johansson's birthday is November 22. She was born on November 22, 1984 in Manhattan, United States.
How old is Scarlett Johansson?
Scarlett Johansson is 41 years old, and turns 42 on her next birthday, November 22.
Who shares a birthday with Scarlett Johansson?
Famous people who share Scarlett Johansson's November 22 birthday include Charles de Gaulle, André Gide, George Eliot, Alberto Moravia and Mark Ruffalo.
