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Joaquin Phoenix - Biography Flash

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Joaquin Rafael Phoenix was born on October 28, 1974, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to a family immersed in the arts and activism. His parents, Arlyn (née Dunetz) and John Bottom, were members of the religious group Children of God, which led them to travel extensively through South America before eventually settling in the United States. Joaquin was one of five siblings, all of whom were encouraged to explore their artistic talents from a young age. His older brother, River Phoenix, became a celebrated

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Joaquin Phoenix: Unfiltered Vulnerability, Polarizing...

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2025/11/12

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has once again found himself squarely in the Hollywood spotlight, not just for his screen presence but for his rare candidness off-screen. In the past few days, GQ Magazine ran a revealing interview in which Phoenix admitted he still gets intense anxiety before starting any film, so profound that he feels physically ill for weeks and often sweats through his shirts. Director James Gray, a long-time collaborator, chimed in, sharing

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2:37

Joaquin Phoenix: Venice Triumph, Joker Return, and a...

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2025/11/09

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been in the spotlight for several major developments in the past few days. According to PEOPLE and IndieWire, Phoenix abruptly dropped out of Todd Haynes' upcoming gay romance film just five days before production was set to begin in Guadalajara, Mexico. The project, which was also set to star Danny Ramirez, has now been shelved indefinitely. While the exact reason for his exit remains unclear, financial concerns are believed to

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3:27

Joaquin Phoenix's Unrecognizable Transformation in...

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2025/11/05

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been making major headlines this past week, thanks in large part to the much-anticipated release of Ari Aster’s new film Eddington, which just hit HBO Max on November 14. Entertainment outlets from Variety and Deadline to red94.net and BRIT+ are calling Eddington a standout of the fall streaming season, with Phoenix starring as a small-town sheriff in pandemic-era New Mexico, opposite Pedro Pascal’s more progressive mayor

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2:57

Joaquin Phoenix Ignites Debate with Eddington, a...

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2025/11/02

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been front and center in the headlines this past week with the much-anticipated HBO Max streaming premiere of Ari Aster’s Eddington, a pandemic-era western where Phoenix stars as a small-town sheriff at odds with Pedro Pascal’s mayor. Eddington, loaded with timely political and social undertones about America during Covid in May 2020, drew robust critical attention at Cannes earlier this year and ignited lively debate—a Variety

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3:01

Joaquin Phoenix's Divisive Turn: Eddington Hits HBO...

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2025/10/29

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix is once again dominating the headlines thanks to his lead role in Ari Aster’s divisive 2025 film Eddington—now set for wide streaming release. A24 has confirmed Eddington will premiere on HBO Max on November 14 with a linear debut on HBO the following night. Critics have called the film a satirical neo-Western, pegged to the chaos of May 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and U.S. political unrest, with Phoenix as an anti-mask

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Eddington: Phoenix's Pandemic Neo-Western Hits HBO...

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2025/10/29

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.On October 21, Variety reported the long-awaited streaming release of Eddington, Ari Aster’s ambitious pandemic-era neo-Western starring Joaquin Phoenix in a lead role as a small-town sheriff thrown into a political standoff with Pedro Pascal’s liberal mayor. The film, notable for capturing the fever pitch of 2020’s Covid and Black Lives Matter turmoil, premiered in theaters this July to considerable critical interest but a subdued box office,

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3:35

Joaquin Phoenix: Joker's Toll, Personal Battles, and...

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2025/10/26

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix remains a magnetic subject in both entertainment headlines and social media buzz as October 2025 nears its end. The biggest recent story centers on Joker Folie à Deux the much-anticipated sequel that launched to widespread attention earlier this month. Despite five years of anticipation and Phoenix reprising his Oscar-winning role opposite Lady Gaga, the film has suffered a critical and box office stumble, grossing only just above

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3:21

Joaquin Phoenix Tears Up, Eddington Divides, and...

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2025/10/22

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has commanded both headlines and conversations once again, with his role in Ari Aster's much-talked-about pandemic-era Western Eddington taking center stage this week. Variety reports that Eddington—in which Phoenix stars as a conservative small-town sheriff who collides with Pedro Pascal’s progressive mayor in the heat of the COVID-19 pandemic—will begin streaming exclusively on HBO Max on November 14, following a divisive but

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3:38

Joaquin Phoenix: Igniting Change Through Art and...

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2025/10/19

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has dominated headlines this week with a series of high-impact moves both in film and activism. At the center of industry buzz, he starred in Ari Aster’s provocative COVID-era Western Eddington, premiering at Cannes to a five-minute standing ovation, where Phoenix was visibly moved as critics lauded his “alienated, sad-sack performance” for capturing America’s current sense of societal drift. The film, set in 2020 New Mexico, throws

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3:19

Joaquin Phoenix: Eddington, Anxiety, and Activism...

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2025/10/15

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been dominating headlines this week with the much-anticipated release of Ari Aster’s provocative Western Eddington, in which Phoenix takes the role of a troubled small-town sheriff set against the tense backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. Variety reports that Eddington hit theaters nationwide following a divisive reception among critics and moviegoers, with Phoenix’s performance drawing both high praise and speculation about its

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3:16

Joaquin Phoenix: Joker Sequel Struggles, Cannes Meme,...

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2025/10/12

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been at the center of several major headlines and industry conversations over the past week. The strongest spotlight is on the release of Joker Folie à Deux, the much-anticipated sequel in which he reprises his Oscar-winning role opposite Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn. Despite enormous buzz, early box office numbers have been underwhelming. According to The Daily Star, the film opened to 81 million dollars over six days in the US, a

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Joaquin Phoenix: Palestine Protest, Cannes Meme, and...

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2025/10/08

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix is again making headlines for both his on-screen work and political activism. The biggest surge of attention this week comes from his involvement in a massive film industry protest regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. According to Parade Joaquin, along with nearly 4000 actors and industry professionals, signed a public pledge refusing to work with any Israeli institutions they believe are complicit in actions against

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3:45

Joaquin Phoenix: Joker, Activism, and Defying...

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2025/10/05

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been thrust back into the headlines over the past few days, riding the double wave of critical buzz and social media fascination. The world premiere of Joker Folie à Deux at the Venice International Film Festival drew major attention, with Phoenix, Lady Gaga, and director Todd Phillips commanding the red carpet. Social media lit up when a video from the screening showed Phoenix nudging Lady Gaga to stand during the rapturous

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2:38

Joaquin Phoenix: Marriage Revelation, Activism, and...

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2025/10/01

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been making headlines recently with a surprising revelation about his personal life and continued involvement in political activism. In a rare podcast appearance on September 29th, the notoriously private actor seemingly confirmed his marriage to longtime partner Rooney Mara by referring to her as his "wife" for the first time publicly. During his appearance on Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso, Phoenix casually mentioned discussing his

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Joaquin Phoenix: Secret Marriage, Hollywood Activism,...

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2025/09/28

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has emerged as one of the most vocal and significant figures in Hollywood this past week, with his every move and statement sparking headlines. The biggest story surrounds his apparent reference to Rooney Mara as his wife during a recent episode of the Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso podcast. Phoenix, long known for guarding his private life, casually mentioned he found inspiration for his 2020 Oscars speech while speaking to his mom and

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3:30

Joaquin Phoenix: Secret Marriage, Baby Rumors, and...

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2025/09/24

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has found himself in the headlines repeatedly this week, his name intertwined with causes both personal and political, once again illustrating why he remains one of Hollywood’s most unpredictable and compelling figures. First, the internet went into a frenzy after Phoenix referred to longtime partner Rooney Mara as his wife during a candid podcast appearance. According to AOL and People, Phoenix, age 49, while reflecting on his 2020

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3:12

Joaquin Phoenix: Unafraid to Make Waves from Venice...

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2025/09/17

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has been commanding headlines worldwide in one of the most politically charged periods of his career, most recently stepping into the spotlight as executive producer and public supporter of the Gaza-set film The Voice of Hind Rajab. The film, helmed by Kaouther Ben Hania and centered on the true story of a Palestinian girl killed during the Israeli invasion of Gaza, made international news by earning the longest standing ovation of

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3:29

Joaquin Phoenix's Firestorm: Palestine Activism...

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2025/09/14

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.It has been an intensely active week for Joaquin Phoenix, punctuated by a highly visible mix of activism, film milestones, and international headlines. The biggest story is unmistakably Phoenix’s role in the Film Workers for Palestine movement. Over the last few days, he joined some 4000 fellow film industry peers including Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, and Rooney Mara by publicly pledging not to work with Israeli film institutions that organizers say

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Joaquin Phoenix's Powerful Venice Moment: Shining...

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2025/09/10

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix has made headlines this week for a rare and deeply meaningful public appearance, stepping onto the red carpet at the Venice International Film Festival alongside Rooney Mara for the premiere of the Gaza-set drama The Voice of Hind Rajab. According to Associated Press coverage and confirmed by multiple outlets including Variety and Parade, Phoenix and Mara served as executive producers on the film while Brad Pitt and Alfonso Cuarón

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Joaquin Phoenix's Rare Red Carpet Moment:...

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2025/09/07

Joaquin Phoenix BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Joaquin Phoenix made headlines this week with one of his rare public appearances alongside Rooney Mara at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. On September 3, the couple graced the red carpet for the premiere of The Voice of Hind Rajab, a film they both executive produced. This marks their first photographed red carpet outing together in 2025, and their presence was notable as they arrived in coordinated black outfits—Joaquin in a classic suit and shirt,

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