Emma Watson was born in Paris, France, and lived there until she was five years old, when her family moved back to England.
She was cast as Hermione Granger at the age of nine, after auditioning eight times for the role that would make her a household name.
Watson attended Brown University in the United States, where she graduated with a degree in English literature in 2014.
She is a certified yoga and meditation instructor, having completed training to help manage the pressures of fame.
Watson was appointed as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador in 2014, where she launched the HeForShe campaign to promote gender equality.
She has a passion for fashion and has served as a brand ambassador for Burberry and Lancôme, as well as launching a sustainable fashion line with People Tree.
Watson took a year off from acting to focus on her education and has always emphasized the importance of balancing her career with her studies.
She has been vocal about her commitment to sustainable and ethical fashion, often choosing to wear eco-friendly designs on the red carpet.
Watson's favorite book is 'The Shadow of the Wind' by Carlos Ruiz Zafón, and she has started her own online feminist book club called 'Our Shared Shelf.'
She was the youngest person to appear on the cover of Teen Vogue at the age of 15, highlighting her early influence in the fashion world.
Watson turned down the lead role in 'Cinderella' to play Belle in Disney's live-action adaptation of 'Beauty and the Beast,' a role that was a perfect fit for her love of literature and strong female characters.
She has worked with numerous charities, including CAMFED International, which focuses on the education of girls in rural Africa.
Watson is a certified scuba diver and enjoys underwater exploration as one of her hobbies.
She was awarded the British Artist of the Year at the 2014 Britannia Awards, recognizing her contributions to film and philanthropy.
Emma Watson has been named one of the world's most influential people by Time magazine, reflecting her impact both on and off the screen.