Julie Anne Smith (born December 3, 1960), known professionally as Julianne Moore, is an<!--DO NOT ADD "BRITISH" HERE. See MOS:BLPLEAD and the RfC on her talk page.--> American actress. She is particularly known for her portrayals of emotionally troubled and vulnerable women. Prolific in independent films and blockbusters since the early 1990s, she is the recipient of numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two Emmy Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards. She is one of only two actresses to win the Best Actress award at all three major European film festivals—Cannes Film Festival, Berlin Film Festival, and the Venice Film Festival. Wikipedia