Since the beginning of his film career, Winona Ryder he knew how to conquer the audience and specialized critics. In this way, she was soon chosen to give life to iconic characters and to be part of films by acclaimed directors.
Of course, he tripped over several stones along the way. Something that happens to almost all stars who start working in Hollywood from an early age. However, he was able to get up and continue to shine in a profession that fits like a glove.
In recent years, the new generations had the opportunity to meet her thanks to Stranger Things. The actress placed herself in the shoes of Joyce, the mother of Will and Jonathan Byers. Once again, she won the hearts and admiration of the audience.
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Winona Ryder: the studies and the career that took her to the top of fame
Until the age of 10, the actress lived with her parents in a community in North Carolina. Then, her family made the decision to go live in Petaluma, a town near San Francisco. There, the actress enrolled at the American Conservatory Theater. While she was being mistreated by her classmates, she found a window to happiness: acting.
In 1986, he got his first break on the big screen. Director David Seltzer he was fascinated when he met her and felt she was the perfect actress to star in Lucas. When she asked how she would like to appear in the credits, she chose the name Ryderin honor of the musician Mitch Ryder (one of his father’s favorite singers). In this way, not only a star was born but also the well-known name of him: Winona Ryder.
For this film he changed his aesthetic image. Curiously, her original hair is blonde, but it was this film that forced her to become a brunette. Since then, this color has become her essence and style. Another important detail is that she shared a cast with Johnny Depp. Therefore, Lucas It also opened the doors to love.
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While battling depression and the difficulty of working in Hollywood, the star was constantly joining new and successful projects. On more than one occasion, she assured that she chooses the roles that she really likes, without paying much attention to whether it is a commercial or independent film.
In 1988, Winona Ryder got his most applauded first role with Beetlejuice. A year later, she joins the cast of Great Balls of Fire. In 1992 she also stars Bram Stoker’s Dracula; in 1993 she is one of the main faces of The Age of Innocence. Other of his great successes were little women, Edward Scissorhands, Mermaids y Heathers. Throughout her career, she was twice nominated for an Oscar.
But with the fame and popularity also came the low point of his career. In December 2001, she was arrested by the police after being accused of stealing clothes from different clothing stores. She was sentenced to three years probation, a fine of almost 3,700 euros and 480 hours of community service.
Currently, the actress is 50 years old and shines in all the episodes of Stranger Things. After going unnoticed and being part of small projects for several years, Netflix It gave him the opportunity to surprise again with his talent. Once again, she made everyone fall in love with her charisma, beauty and character.
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