Shailene Woodley is one of the recognizable faces of Hollywood, who grabbed the limelight for portraying as a teenager in “The Descendants”, which earned her Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress. This young beauteous lass started her career in television and commercials, and has established a name for herself in the entertainment industry as of today. Woodley has made a variety of performances in her films, thus making her one of the most sought-after actresses in the business. Take a look at this biography that profiles detailed information about her childhood, acting career, personal life, family life, height, weight, vital stats, achievements, net worth, and fun facts.
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Shailene Woodley Biography
Birth Name
Shailene Diann Woodley
Nickname
Shai, Shaileney Beany
Profession
Actress, Activist
Birthday / Date of Birth
Shailene was born on 15 November 1991, in Simi Valley, California, United States.
Age
She is currently 31 years old.
Sun Sign
Scorpio
Education
she went to Simi Valley High School in California.
Nationality
American
Ethnicity
Multiracial. She has English ancestry from her father’s side and Afro-American, English, and Swiss from her mother’s side.
Religion
Christianity
Family Details
- Father – Lonnie Woodley (School principal)
- Mother – Lori (née Victor) (Middle school counselor)
- Siblings – Tanner Woodley (Younger Brother)
Shailene Woodley Love Life
Shailene Woodley has been in a relationship with many stars in the past. She is currently engaged to NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers in 2020. They have been dating since 2020. In February 2021, she confirmed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that she was engaged to Rogers in 2020.
She dated musician Nahko Bears from 2014 to 2016. In 2013, she dated American actor, Shiloh Fernandez, but their romantic life was short-lived. The couple split in April 2014. Woodley was rumored to be dating her co-star Theo James during the filming of Divergent in 2014.
Shailene got engaged with American Football player, Aaron Rodgers in 2020. They ended their engagement in February 2022, but rekindled their relationship the next month.
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet – 5 feet 8 inches
- In centimeters – 173 cm
- In meters – 1.73 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 60 kg
- In Pounds – 132 lbs
Body measurements
- Measurements – 34-25-36
- Bust – 34 inches
- Waist – 25 inches
- Hip – 36 inches
- Bra Size – 32B
Body Build
Slim
Eye Color
Green
Hair Color
Light Brown
Shoe Size
She wears a size 8 (US) shoe.
Dress Size
Her dress size is 6 (US).
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Film Debut
In 2001, Woodley portrayed the role of Young Janey Briggs in the American comedy film Not Another Teen Movie.
She made her debut as a lead actress playing Alexandra “Alex” King in the 2011 American comedy-drama film, The Descendants.
Television Debut
Her debut television appearance was in CBS’ The District, where she played the role of Kristin Debreno in 3 episodes from 2001 to 2003.
Famous For
Playing the lead role as Amy Juergens in The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008-2013), for playing Alexandra “Alex” King in the 2011 film The Descendants.
Shailene Woodley Net Worth
Her net worth is estimated to be US$12 million as of 2024. Shailene Woodley has been cast in numerous television series for which she charges US$40,000 per episode. Apart from acting, she has voiced the role of Beatrice “Tris” Prior in the 2016 Vidoe game, Allegiant: VR Experience. She also has been featured in a couple of music videos that add to her skyrocketing fortune.
Woodley owns a Honda PF3 and lives in a luxury pad in the posh area of California.
Favorite Things
- TV Shows – Kyle XY (2006-2009), House (2004-2012), Prison Break (2005-2009)
- Actors – Jake Gyllenhaal, Ewan McGregor
- Actresses – Reese Witherspoon, Marcia Gay Harden
- Sport – Basketball
- Movies – Dirty Dancing (1987), Moulin Rouge (2001), Rent (2005), Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Social Media Portfolio
- Facebook – ShaileneWoodley
- Instagram – shailenewoodley
- Twitter – shailenewoodley
Interesting Facts About Shailene Woodley
She was diagnosed with scoliosis and had to wear a brace when she was a freshman in high school.
Before entering showbiz, she worked as a sales associate at American Apparel.
Shailene Woodley is an avid environmental activist, who founded a non-profit organization named All it Takes in 2010 along with her mother. All it takes is a youth leadership program that aims to educate young people to practice empathy, compassion, responsibility, and purpose in hopes to foster sustainable, positive change for themselves, others, and the environment.
On September 29, 2016, Woodley was honored at the 20th Anniversary Global Green Environmental Awards receiving the Entertainment Industry Environmental Leadership Award for co-founding the All it Takes organization.
In October 2016, she was given the Female EMA Futures Award during the 26th Annual Environmental Media Association (EMA) Awards.