Katie Holmes: American Actress and Director
Katie Holmes is a celebrity with an established career, yet much of the attention surrounding her revolves around her personal life. Since marrying Tom Cruise – who saw his fame skyrocket after their separation – Katie has experienced much hardship and heartache.
She’s made appearances in movies such as First Daughter (2004) and entered into a darker realm as Rachel Dawes, Bruce Wayne/Batman’s love interest from Batman Begins (2005).
Katie Holmes Biography
Katie Holmes is an acclaimed American actress and director, best known for her six-season stint as Joey Potter on Dawson’s Creek (2004-209). Since then she has gone on to star in various films and television shows, known for her seductive good looks and sense of style; winning several awards along the way. Katie is an exceptional mother; very protective over Suri Cruise whom she carries as she fights back against any media accusations of drug addiction or an affair between Tom Cruise and herself – successfully suing Star magazine when false allegations surfaced against her that were false accusations or accusations that led her down this path of deceit; even successfully winning this case against Star magazine!
Katie began acting when she was only a teenager, encouraged by her teacher to enter a modeling competition. After winning it, Katie soon received offers from movies; her first film role came in 1997’s hit ‘The Ice Storm’ where she portrayed Libbets Casey (Libbette Casey in Real Life), an elite New Yorker being pursued by two men – this film proved highly popular and provided Katie with exposure.
Katie decided to dedicate more of her energy to acting than modeling after experiencing success with her first few films. She attended Columbia University but soon took a leave of absence when offered to star in the TV show Dawson’s Creek. Unfortunately, however, her appointment day coincided with Lola in her school musical ‘Damn Yankees’ so she was forced to decline a reading for the reading but producer Kevin Williamson was so impressed by Katie’s audition tape that he allowed her to submit a video audition instead; ultimately winning Joey Potter as Joey Potter!
Her popularity increased with the release of the sixth and final season of Dawson’s Creek in 2003, wherein she met actor Tom Cruise who eventually proposed marriage in 2005 and they married later that same year, later welcoming their daughter Suri Cruise into this world.
Katie Holmes’ Filmography
Katie Holmes has long been in the public eye, captivating audiences around the globe with her movies and Broadway shows. Aside from acting, Katie also directs, writes, and writes movies herself! In terms of personal relationships, she had one high-profile relationship before divorcing Tom Cruise in 2012 (after which they share custody).
Katie began acting at 14 when she was discovered by a talent scout at a model convention in New York. Shortly thereafter she was offered a role on Dawson’s Creek (1998) which catapulted her to instant fame; so much so that her success in that show caused her to put aside any further education plans and focus on her acting career alone.
After Dawson’s Creek came to an end, Katie made many films and TV shows; these included Disturbing Behavior (1998) and Go (1999), co-starring alongside Christian Bale in The Gift (2000) a ghostly film about an unscrupulous man stalking a young woman; this was met with critical acclaim; one magazine even named Katie one of its Sexiest Women Worldwide for that year.
In 2002 she made her big screen debut in Abandon as college student Katie Burke who is haunted by the disappearance of her lover. It became an instantaneous hit, receiving nominations for several awards, and was soon followed up with two additional movies; romantic comedy The Other Sister and Family Man both in 2003.
Katie made waves with The Family Man, garnering her an Academy Award nomination and Screen Actors Guild Award win for Best Actress in this film. In 2016, Katie also co-starred alongside Vivica A. Fox and Diane Keaton in Brahms: The Boy II as well as Dear Dictator.
Rare Objects is another film that propelled Katie Holmes into stardom, chronicling Benita, who experienced sexual assault as a teenager and is haunted by its aftermath when she meets another victim later. Based on a true story, Rare Objects received widespread critical acclaim due to its powerful performances by Katie Holmes and co-star Daniel Craig.
Katie Holmes’ Personal Life
Katie Holmes has expanded beyond acting with her venture into fashion and beauty. She co-launched a high-fashion clothing collection with designer Jeanne Yang and serves as a brand ambassador for Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and Garnier Lumia hair color products. Additionally, Katie Holmes has even ventured behind the camera, directing several episodes of Dawson’s Creek as well as one episode of Lost.
Katie began modeling classes at 14 and soon after entered an international model and talent convention in New York City where she won several awards before signing with an agency. Soon thereafter she submitted audition tapes for pilot shows such as Damn Yankees before landing her big break on Dawson’s Creek television series in 1998.
After leaving the show, Katie went on to bigger movies such as Doug Liman’s Go (1999), Forest Whitaker’s romantic comedy First Daughter (2004), and Michael Douglas’ Wonder Boys (2000). Soon enough though, tabloids turned their focus onto Katie as she began dating Mission: Impossible star Tom Cruise in 2005.
After an unsuccessful romance with American singer Chris Klein, Holmes began her most important romance yet: her marriage to actor Tom Cruise in 2006. They welcomed daughter Suri in 2007 but tragically filed for divorce just over three years later in 2012.
Katie Holmes recently found love with Jamie Foxx, her co-star in 2004’s Collateral film, but their relationship has largely remained out of the public eye. They have occasionally been seen together though and, according to reports in 2019 about them parting ways, it appears they may have decided against continuing it.
Recently, the actress has been linked with restaurateur Emilio Vitolo Jr. after they were seen out for dinner together in NYC in September 2020.
Awards
Katie Holmes, 44, is an award-winning actress known for her timeless and classic everywoman style. She often wears favorites such as Veja and Adidas sneakers from Adidas Originals as well as Gucci loafers and Bottega Veneta mules year-round. Katie’s wardrobe also demonstrates sophisticated elegance; often sporting monochromatic ensembles featuring timeless silhouettes paired with rich fabrics.
She can frequently be seen wearing either a black velvet suit or leather pants, often accessorized with a crisp white shirt and either ballet flats or ankle boots in black. Her signature look includes wearing her hair in either a sleek ponytail or high bun and accessorized with gold-tone pendant necklaces or diamond earrings to complete her ensembles.
Early in her life, Holmes worked as a fashion model and participated in local talent competitions. Soon thereafter she developed an interest in acting, appearing in her first movie at 16 (Ang Lee’s The Ice Storm). Although accepted into Columbia University at this point, Holmes decided to temporarily postpone it when offered the part of Joey Potter on Dawson’s Creek (The WB 1998-2003).
Holmes rose to stardom during her time on this series, leading to numerous film roles and awards – most notably being named Favorite Female TV Star at MTV Movie Awards 1999.
Katie Holmes continues to expand her acting career, most recently appearing in Alone Together (2019), written and directed by herself. It follows two strangers as they share an Airbnb during COVID-19.
Jennifer Holmes made a bold fashion statement this past weekend by donning a see-through Baikal crystal cage mesh midi dress from Jonathan Simkhai SS23 that featured a crystal fringed hem. She styled the ensemble with Jimmy Choo Minny sandals from their collection as well as accessorizing with a Cloud clutch, bangle, pair of Lorraine Schwartz drop earrings, and ring.
Suri turned 16 in September 2020 and she and her mother have been enjoying some quality time at home together, cooking, crafting, and participating in other fun family activities such as hosting low-key birthday parties in New York City.
