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Roots - Gwyneth Paltrow was born in Los Angeles, California. She is the daughter of director Bruce Paltrow and actor Blythe Danner.

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Film debut - The actress made her movie debut in 1991. Just 19 then, she acted in 'Shout,' costarring John Travolta. That same year, she appeared in 'Hook' (pictured) by director Steven Spielberg.

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Increasing popularity - She became better known for her role in 'Seven' (1995)—especially since she was dating her costar, Brad Pitt.

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Exposure - Her relationship with Brad Pitt lasted from 1994 to 1997, and it was constantly under the watchful eye of the tabloids. They even got engaged. The star has since revealed that she blames herself for the breakup, and has explained that she was too young and immature at the time.

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Praised - Paltrow's then starred in 'Shakespeare in Love' (1998), with a critically acclaimed performance. The star played the role of Lady Viola, who dresses up as a man to participate in a Shakespeare play at a time when women could not be on the stage.

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Awarded - 'Shakespeare in Love' won Paltrow her first Oscar for Best Actress at the age of 26. She also won a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award in the same category.

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Refused! - Gwyneth Paltrow was offered the role of Rose in 'Titanic' (1997). Director James Cameron asked her to play the movie's protagonist, but she felt that she couldn't identify with the script and declined the offer. Did she ever regret her choice?

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Complicated - Paltrow costarred with Ben Affleck in the film 'Bounce' (2000), and they later dated. Years later, she commented on the troubled relationship, saying that it was not the right time to have a boyfriend and that her parents supported the end of the relationship.

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A step outside normal - The actress branched out and won over the public with the quirky comedy 'The Royal Tenenbaums' (2001), by director Wes Anderson.

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Singing roles - In 'Duets' (2000), she showed the world that she could sing when she performed the romantic ballad 'Cruisin.'

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Singing roles - She clearly enjoyed the singing roles, as she took on another one in 'Country Strong' (2010). The actress plays a country singer who tries to make a comeback on a tour with her husband and manager, together with two other young singers and composers.

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Grammy - In 2011, the Paltrow even performed at the Grammy Awards. Paltrow sang 'Forget You' with CeeLo Green and several of the Muppets.

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Critical flops - Not all of Paltrow's movies were hits, however. She has also appeared in some not-so-well-received films such as 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow' (2004).

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Recognition - The actress was awarded her Hollywood star in 2010.

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Another famous boyfriend - The actress was has been involved with numerous costars throughout the years. She dated Luke Wilson, her costar in 'The Royal Tenenbaums' for almost a year.

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Dating yet another costar - Paltrow reportedly briefly dated actor Scott Speedman. They worked together in 'Duets.'

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Marriage - Despite all of these actors, Paltrow ended up marrying a singer instead. Fans adored seeing Coldplay's Chris Martin and the actress together. The couple have two children: Apple and Moses.

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Friends - Their marriage ended, but Martin and Paltrow are still good friends, with him often appearing on her Instagram account.

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Pisces fan! - The beautiful actress is currently engaged to 46-year-old Brad Falchuk, who produced the TV show 'Glee.' Is it just a coincidence Martin's and Falchuk's birthdays are only a day apart?

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Back with a bang - For some years, the actress dedicated herself to her family, acting in a few films, but none with any great success. Then in 2008, she returned to the mainstream with 'Iron Man.' In the franchise she plays Tony Stark's charismatic assistant, Pepper Potts.

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Celebrity friends - Paltrow is great friends with numerous celebs, such as Cameron Diaz.

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Celebrity friends - Paltrow is also friends with another Charlie's Angel, Drew Barrymore! Paltrow, Diaz, and Barrymore are often spotted together.

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She was best friends with Madonna... - ...but today they no longer speak! After an apparent falling out, the two celebs are not on speaking terms.

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Celebrity idol - Who said celebrities don't have idols? Paltrow is a huge Lady Gaga fan.

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Entrepreneur - The actress revealed her secrets with her lifestyle brand, Goop. The site sells beauty and fashion products, as well as publishing content on health and well-being.

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Makeup line - In 2016, Paltrow launched a line of natural and organic makeup with the brand Juice Beauty.

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Healthy lifestyle - Always proud of her body, Paltrow follows a strict macrobiotic diet and is a yoga fiend.

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Multi-talented - From early on in her career, the actress already showed she was good with words. As a child, she sang and recited poetry with her mom, who reportedly hoped to see her daughter study anthropology.

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Good with words - So it's not by chance that Paltrow is published! She has cowritten several cookbooks.

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