Olivia Wilde

Olivia Wilde (born Olivia Jane Cockburn on March 10, 1984) is an American actress, filmmaker, and activist born in New York City. She achieved prominence as an actress through her recurring role as Thirteen on the medical drama House, which ran for eight seasons. Wilde's compelling performance as the enigmatic physician demonstrated her acting capabilities and established her as a recognizable television personality. Beyond acting, Wilde has pursued directing and has become known as a talented filmmaker. She made her directorial feature film debut with Booksmart (2019), a coming-of-age comedy that received critical acclaim and demonstrated her skill in directing engaging, entertaining films. Her subsequent directorial project Don't Worry Darling (2022) was a psychological thriller starring Harry Styles and Florence Pugh, which generated significant cultural attention. Wilde is also known as an activist and has been vocal about various social and political causes. She has balanced her acting, directing, and activism, establishing herself as a multifaceted creative talent in entertainment.