Halle Berry

Halle Berry is an acclaimed actress and producer, known for her versatile roles in both film and television. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, she first gained recognition in the late 1980s as a model and beauty pageant contestant, eventually becoming the first African American woman to win Miss Ohio USA. Berry's breakout role came in the 1991 romantic drama "Jungle Fever," directed by Spike Lee, where she played a drug addict, showcasing her acting range early in her career.

Berry made history in 2002 by becoming the first Black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in "Monster's Ball." Her portrayal of Leticia Musgrove, a widow struggling with grief and loss, was lauded for its emotional depth and raw intensity. Other notable roles in her career include the "X-Men" film series, where she portrayed the iconic superhero Storm, and her work in "Die Another Day," making her one of the few women of color to be a Bond girl. On the small screen, she won a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award for the television film "Introducing Dorothy Dandridge."

In addition to her acting, Berry has ventured into producing and took on more action-oriented roles in films like "John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum" and "Bruised," the latter marking her directorial debut. Her career has been marked by a dedication to breaking racial barriers in Hollywood and representing diverse narratives on screen.

A Revlon spokesmodel since 1996, Berry was a frequent staple on People magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People in the World" list for years. Diagnosed with diabetes at age 19, she has never let her health stop her astronomic success. She has long promoted a healthy lifestyle, citing that “being active and healthy” is a key part of managing her condition. An advocate for more research and education on menopause, Berry supported a bill introduced by Senators Patty Murray and Lisa Murkowski, and introduced Respin, an online wellness marketplace for women's health.