Olivia Munn is an American actress, model, author, and activist. She rose to fame for her roles in the NBC comedy series The Newsroom and the superhero film X-Men: Apocalypse. She has since become one of Hollywood’s most sought-after leading ladies. In addition to her acting career, Munn is an avid advocate for animal rights and often lends her voice to charitable causes.
Early Life
Olivia Munn was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1980. She is of Chinese, Korean, and German ancestry. Munn’s mother is a real estate investor and her father is a banker. Munn attended the University of Oklahoma and earned a degree in journalism. After graduating, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting.
Munn began her career as a model and television host. She made her acting debut in the 2004 film Scarecrow Gone Wild. She later appeared in several television shows, including Beyond the Break and Greek. In 2009, Munn was cast as financial news reporter Sloan Sabbith in HBO’s The Newsroom. Her performance earned her an Emmy nomination.
Career Highlights
Munn’s breakout role came in 2016 when she starred as Psylocke in the superhero film X-Men: Apocalypse. She followed this success with a lead role in the action-comedy film Ride Along 2 and a voice role in the animated film The Lego Ninjago Movie. She also starred in the psychological thriller The Predator and the romantic comedy Office Christmas Party.
In addition to her acting career, Munn has written two books. The first, Suck It, Wonder Woman: The Misadventures of a Hollywood Geek, was released in 2011. The second, Perfectly Imperfect: The Art of Embracing Life’s Messiness, was released in 2016.
Personal Life
Munn is an avid animal rights activist. She is a board member of the Humane Society of the United States and has been an ambassador for PETA since 2012. She is also an advocate for mental health awareness and frequently speaks out against cyberbullying.
Munn has been in a relationship with NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers since 2014. She currently resides in Los Angeles, California.
Olivia Munn is an accomplished actress, model, author, and activist. She has starred in a number of blockbuster films and television shows, and is an advocate for animal rights and mental health awareness. With her unique talents and strong sense of purpose, Munn continues to make a name for herself in the entertainment industry.
