Scarlett Johansson is an American actress and singer, widely recognized for her versatility and acclaimed performances across diverse film genres. Born on November 22, 1984, in New York City, she began acting professionally as a child, debuting off-Broadway at age eight and gaining early recognition with roles like Manny in *Manny & Lo* (1996) and Grace in Robert Redford’s *The Horse Whisperer* (1998)[2][4][5]. Johansson achieved significant critical acclaim in 2003 with her performances in *Lost in Translation*, where she played Charlotte, a young woman in a complex relationship, and *Girl with a Pearl Earring* as Griet, the muse to painter Johannes Vermeer[1][4]. She continued to build a diverse filmography with notable roles in Woody Allen’s *Match Point* (2005), *Scoop* (2006), and *Vicky Cristina Barcelona* (2008), as well as in dramas like *The Other Boleyn Girl* (2008) and romantic comedies including *He’s Just Not That Into You* (2009)[1][3][5]. In 2010, Johansson made her Broadway debut in *A View from the Bridge*, earning a Tony Award for Best Actress, highlighting her talent beyond film[1][7]. The same year, she entered the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Natasha Romanoff, also known as Black Widow, debuting in *Iron Man 2* (2010). She reprised this role in multiple blockbusters including *The Avengers* series and the solo film *Black Widow* (2021), becoming one of the franchise's central figures and gaining a substantial fan base[1][3][5]. Beyond acting, Johansson has explored music, releasing an album of Tom Waits covers in 2008. More recently, she has appeared in films like *Marriage Story* and *JoJo Rabbit*, earning Oscar nominations for both performances[4]. She remains a prominent figure in Hollywood, continuing to balance high-profile franchise roles with critically acclaimed independent films. Johansson is married to comedian Colin Jost and has two children[4].