Abbie Cornish is an American actress and musical performer known for her work in film and television. Cornish is best known for her roles in Somersault (2004), Bright Star (2009), Sucker Punch (2011), Limitless (2011), Clara Murphy in RoboCop (2014), and Sarah in Geostorm (2017).
Abbie Cornish’s Bio, Age
Abbie Cornish was born on August 7, 1982, in Lochinvar, New South Wales, Australia.
Career
Cornish’s journey into the entertainment industry began at a young age, when she started modeling at 13. Her passion for acting led her to pursue a career in film and television. In 1999, she made her acting debut in the Australian television series “Wildside.” Her breakthrough came with the 2004 film “Somersault,” where she played the lead role of Heidi, a troubled teenager exploring her sexuality. Cornish won several awards for her performance in the film, including the Australian Film Institute Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
After the success of “Somersault,” Abbie Cornish continued to make a mark in the industry with her performances in various categories. She showed her versatility in the 2006 film “Candy,” a romantic drama where she starred opposite Heath Ledger. Her portrayal of Candy, a young woman struggling with addiction, earned her praise and nominations for several awards.
Cornish’s international breakthrough came with the 2007 film “Elizabeth: The Golden Age,” where she played Bess Throckmorton, a lady-in-waiting to Cate Blanchett’s Queen Elizabeth I. Her performance in the historical drama showed her ability to switch between types and time periods with ease.
In 2009, Abbie Cornish starred in the science fiction thriller “Aeon Flux” alongside Charlize Theron. She continued to explore diverse roles, taking on projects such as the crime drama “The Girl” (2012) and the fantasy film “Sucker Punch” (2011).
Cornish also made her mark in the independent film scene with movies like “Seven Psychopaths” (2012) and “The Girl” (2012), showing her willingness to experiment with unconventional and challenging roles.
In Madonna’s film, W.E. Cornish portrayed Wally, which focuses on Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson. In 2012, she played opposite Woody Harrelson and Colin Farrell in the crime comedy Seven Psychopaths, and she took Emily Blunt’s place in the independent film The Girl, which made its premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. In the 2014 RoboCop revival, Cornish played Clara Murphy, the protagonist Alex Murphy’s (Joel Kinnaman’s) wife.
In addition to her film career, Cornish has ventured into television. She starred in the popular series “Klondike” (2014), a historical drama set during the Klondike Gold Rush. Her performance once again received positive reviews.
Cornish is devoted to eating without causing animal suffering. In 2006, she joined the Australian animal rights organization Voiceless as an ambassador. In 2012, she participated in a national advertising campaign.
What happened to Cathy in Jack Ryan Season 4?
Her unexpected disappearance was never explained during seasons two or three. But Cathy’s (Abbie Cornish) official return in season four’s casting suggests that Jack (John Krasinski) and Cathy will be together at last.
Who is Abbie Cornish dating?
Abbie Cornish got engaged to her MMA fighter boyfriend, Adel Altamimi, in 2019.
What is Abbie Cornish’s net worth?
Abbie Cornish has an estimated net worth of $8 million.