Half Sister Is Born

July 22, 1966

From a previous marriage, Richard Beckinsale had a daughter, Samantha Jane Beckinsale, who is Kate's half-sister.

Date of Birth

July 26, 1973

Born in London, England.

Father's Death

March 19, 1979

Kate's father, Richard Beckinsale--a popular British comedian--suffers a fatal heart attack.

Wins W.H. Smith Young Writer's Competition

September 1, 1987

During her teen years, Kate won the prestigious, yearly W.H. Smith Young Writer's (usually published in September) award two years running for her short stories and poetry, including one poem titled "Nine Left, One Departed."

Suffers From Anorexia

July 26, 1988 - July 25, 1989

Kate blamed her mother's new relationship, following her father's death, for part of the stress that led to her dealings with anorexia at age 15.

Voice Acting Job

January 4, 1991

Accepts a job as a voice actor for the British television mini-series "Devices and Desires."

Attends Oxford University

September 1, 1991 - May 1, 1993

Kate attends Oxford University before dropping out to pursue a career in acting.

First Movie

December 1, 1991

Her first role was in One Against the Wind, a television film about World War II that was first aired in 1991.

Anna Lee: Headcase

January 10, 1993

Starred as Thea Hahn in the television detective series.

Much Ado About Nothing

May 7, 1993

While attending Oxford University, Kate accepts a role in Kenneth Branagh's big-screen film, Much Ado About Nothing, adapted from the Shakespeare play.

Prince of Jutland

Feburary 23, 1994

Played Ethel in this Danish take on the Shakespeare classic "Hamlet."

Uncovered

January 5, 1995

Starred in the Spanish mystery film, "Uncovered" about a woman who finds clues to a murder hidden in a painting she is restoring.

Marie-Louise Ou La Permission

June 28, 1995

Took the starring role in this little known French film.

Cold Comfort Farm

May 10, 1996

Starred as Flora Poste in the television remake of "Cold Comfort Farm."

Haunted is Released

June 18, 1996

Kate lands a starring role in the ghost-themed horror movie, "Haunted," also featuring Aidan Quinn.

Emma

Feburary 16, 1997

Starred as Emma in this Emmy winning television movie based on the Jane Austen novel.

Mother Marries Long-Time Beau

March 6, 1997

After more than a decade of dating, Judy Loe married her long-time beau, Roy Battersby.

1997 Gran Angular Best Actress Award

October 9, 1997

Won the 1997 Sitges - Catalonian International Film Festival Gran Angular Award for Best Actress for her role in "Shooting Fish."

Shooting Fish Role

May 1, 1998

Accepts a role in the romantic comedy "Shooting Fish." Later wins an award for her role in the film.

The Last Days of Disco

May 29, 1998

Takes starring role in "The Last Days of Disco" as Charlotte Pingras, one of two women determined to find romance during the end of the Disco era.

Daughter's Birth

January 31, 1999

Kate gives birth to a daughter, Lily Mo Sheen, on January 31, 1999.

British Supporting Actress of the Year

March 4, 1999

Won the London Film Critics British Supporting Actress of the Year for her role in "The Last Days of Disco."

Brokedown Palace

August 13, 1999

Accepts role of Darlene Davis in the drama "Brokedown Palace."

The Golden Bowl

September 13, 2000

Stars in the Cannes Film Festival gem "The Golden Bowl" alongside Anjelica Huston and Nick Nolte.

Pearl Harbor

May 25, 2001

Stars as Nurse Lieutenant Evelyn Johnson in the Oscar favorite "Pearl Harbor."

Serendipity

October 5, 2001

Stars opposite John Cusack in the fantasy romance "Serendipity."

Engaged to Len Wiseman

June 14, 2003

Became engaged to Len Wiseman, "Underworld" director.

Underworld

September 19, 2003

Stars as Selene in the successful "Underworld." She also meets her husband-to-be, Len Wiseman, on the set.

Ends Relationship with Actor Michael Sheen

December 25, 2003

Beckinsale and her ex-boyfriend and fellow "Underworld" co-star Michael Sheen broke up Christmas 2003 after eight years together. Together they had one child, Lily.

Van Helsing

May 7, 2004

Stars as Anna Valerious with Hugh Jackman in "Van Helsing."

Marriage to Len Wiseman

May 9, 2004

Len Wiseman and Kate Beckinsale were married on May 9, 2004 in Bel-Air, California.

Laurel Canyon

June 5, 2004

Starred opposite Christian Bale (Batman) in this award-winning drama.

Weight Gain for Role

December 25, 2005

After gaining twenty pounds for her role in "The Aviator," Kate was troubled by frequent gossip stating she was pregnant and had undergone breast augmentation.

Underworld: Evolution

January 20, 2006

The follow-up to "Underworld," "Underworld: Evolution" is Kate's second time playing Selene.

Click

June 23, 2006

Starring opposite Adam Sandler, Kate tackles the starring role in this quirky comedy about a man who gains a remote control that can slow down, reverse or speed up life.

Vacancy

April 20, 2007

Stars opposite Luke Wilson in this thriller revolving around a couple who are terrorized during a stay in a remote town after their car breaks down. Sarah Jessica Parker was originally slated to star but dropped out.

Snow Angels

March 7, 2008

Stars in the drama "Snow Angels" that is based on the book by Stewart O'Nan.