Eva Green is a French actress who has etched her name in the annals of Hollywood as a formidable talent. She caught the attention of global audiences when she played Sibylla, Queen of Jerusalem in Ridley Scott’s historical epic Kingdom of Heaven in 2005. This role became a turning point in her career that earned her several major acting credits, including Bond girl Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale, Artemisia in 300: Rise of an Empire, Angelique Bouchard in the horror comedy film Dark Shadows, and Vanessa Ives in the Showtime horror drama series Penny Dreadful. Known for her distinctive beauty, mesmerizing gaze, and magnetic on-screen presence, Green has cemented a niche for herself in the entertainment industry. Her other film credits include Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, Euphoria, Proxima, and The Three Musketeers film series.
Eva Green Biography
Eva Green was born on 6 July 1980, in Paris, France. As of 2024, she is 43 years old.
| Birth Name | Eva Gaëlle Green |
| Nickname | Eva |
| Date of Birth | July 6, 1980 |
| Place of Birth | Paris, France |
| Age | 43 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Ethnicity | Swedish, French, Breton, Sephardi Jewish, and Spanish |
| Profession | Actor, Model, Voice Actor, Producer |
| Nationality | French |
| Religion | Judaism |
| Net Worth | $10 Million |
Family and Early Life
Eva Green was born into a family deeply rooted in the world of entertainment. Her father, Walter Green, is a renowned Swedish dentist, and her mother, Marlène Jobert, is a distinguished French actress and author. Her mother is a well-known actress in her home country during the 1960s and 1970s. She grew up with her twin sister, Joy, who was born two minutes later than her.
She attended the American University of Paris, where she studied acting. However, her passion to pursue acting led her to the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London, where she’s trained in acting.
Body Measurements
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches or 170 cm |
| Body Build | Slim |
| Hair Color | Dark Blonde |
| Eye Color | Bluish green |
| Shoe Size | 8.5 (US) |
| Dress Size | 4 (US) |
| Sexuality | Straight |
Career and Net Worth
Eva Green began her acting career onstage with plays like Jalousie en Trois Fax before she landed her breakout role in Bernardo Bertolucci’s The Dreamers in 2003. She then scored a part of Clarisse de Dreux-Soubise in Arsène Lupin and portrayed Sibylla, Princess of Jerusalem in the historical film Kingdom of Heaven opposite Orlando Bloom.
While she received praise for her performances in these movies, it was her role as Vesper Lynd in the James Bond film Casino Royale in 2006 that catapulted her to global recognition. Her performance not only garnered critical acclaim but also earned her several nominations and won a BAFTA Rising Star Award at the British Academy Film Awards in 2007. The success of the film helped her solidify her position as a rising star in Hollywood, and eventually, earned her roles in major productions.
Eva Green continued to showcase her versatility in films such as The Golden Compass, Dark Shadows, 300: Rise of an Empire, Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, Euphoria, Proxima, and Nocebo. In addition to films, she also made huge strides in television with the critically acclaimed series Penny Dreadful, where her portrayal of Vanessa Ives earned her widespread praise.
In 2023, Eva Green took on the role of Milady de Winter in the adventure film The Three Musketeers: D’Artagnan, which was directed by Martin Bourboulo and starring François Civil, Vincent Cassel, Romain Duris, and Pio Marmaï. She reprised her role in the sequel The Three Musketeers: Milady.
Throughout her career, she has worked with esteemed directors and actors and her ability to pull out any role is nothing short of extraordinary. With many successful and critically acclaimed movies to her name, there is no doubt that she’s one of the most respected actors in the entertainment industry. As of 2024, Eva Green has a net worth of $10 million, according to authoritative sources.