Robin Wright

Robin Wright, a notable figure in the television and film industry, has been acclaimed for her roles in several high-profile projects. She starred as Claire Underwood in the Netflix political drama series "House of Cards" from 2013 to 2018, a role that earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress and six Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress. Wright also served as director for 10 episodes of "House of Cards" and 2 episodes of the Netflix crime series "Ozark" in 2022. She received another Golden Globe for her performance in the 2025 series "The Girlfriend". Her big-screen appearances include roles in "The Princess Bride" (1987), "Forrest Gump" (1994), "Wonder Woman" (2017), and "Blade Runner 2049" (2017).

Wright's directing credentials include a 2017 Cannes Film Festival premiere of her short film "The Dark of Night". In 2021, her feature film directorial debut, "Land," was positively received at the Sundance Film Festival. Her directorial prowess continued into 2022 when she directed the final two episodes of season 4 of "Ozark". Beyond acting and directing, Wright also produced and starred in the thriller "Devil's Peak" in 2023 and the Netflix fantasy film "Damsel" in 2024, the latter becoming the most-viewed movie on the platform in the first half of 2024.

In addition to her notable career in film and television, Wright has made significant contributions to advocacy and charity work. She is the honorary spokesperson for The Gordie Foundation and has partnered with Pour Les Femmes and The SunnyLion to support human rights in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Wright's active involvement in advocacy is further demonstrated through her documentary work and public statements regarding the Democratic Republic of Congo. Her efforts in both her professional and advocacy work reflect a multi-faceted career of sustained excellence and impact.