Emmy Rossum facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Emmy Rossum
Rossum in 2010
Born	Emmanuelle Grey Rossum (1986-09-12) September 12, 1986 (age 38) New York City, New York, U.S.
Occupation	Actress singer songwriter
Years active	1993–present
Spouse(s)	Justin Siegel ​ ​ (m. 2008; div. 2010)​ Sam Esmail ​ (m. 2017)​
Children	2
Relatives	Arthur P. Becker (cousin) Vera Wang (cousin by marriage)

Emmanuelle Grey Rossum (born September 12, 1986) is an American actress and singer. She has won awards like a Saturn Award and a Critics' Choice Movie Award. She was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award.

Emmy Rossum grew up in New York City. She started performing as a child with the Metropolitan Opera. She appeared in early films like Genius (1999) and Songcatcher (2000). At 16, she got a big role in Mystic River (2003).

Rossum starred in the science fiction film The Day After Tomorrow (2004). She also earned praise for her role as Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera (2004). She acted in other films such as Poseidon (2006) and Beautiful Creatures (2013).

On television, Rossum is well known for playing Fiona Gallagher in the series Shameless (2011–2019). She has also directed and produced TV shows. This includes the 2022 Peacock series Angelyne, where she also starred.

In 2007, Rossum released her first music album, Inside Out. She also released a Christmas album that same year called Carol of the Bells. In 2013, she released another album titled Sentimental Journey.

Early Life and Education

Emmanuelle Grey Rossum was born on September 12, 1986, in New York City. She is the only child of Cheryl Rossum, who worked as a photographer. Her parents separated before she was born.

Rossum's mother is of Russian Jewish background. Her father has English and Dutch roots. Rossum identifies as Jewish. She has said her mother taught her important Jewish values.

When she was seven, Emmy joined the Metropolitan Opera Children's Chorus. She could sing "Happy Birthday" in all 12 musical keys. For five years, she sang on stage with the chorus. She performed with famous singers like Plácido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti. She sang in 20 operas, using six different languages.

Emmy became more interested in acting. She took acting classes in New York City. She went to the Spence School, a private school in Manhattan. She later left school to focus on her acting career. She earned her high school diploma at age 15 through online courses from Stanford University. After that, she studied French, art history, and philosophy at Columbia University.

Acting Career Highlights

Early Roles in TV and Film

Emmy Rossum first appeared on television in 1997. She played Abigail Williams in the soap opera As the World Turns. She also had a guest role in the TV show Snoops. In 1999, she was nominated for an award for her role in the Disney Channel movie Genius. In 2000, she played a young Audrey Hepburn in a TV film about the famous actress.

Rossum made her first movie appearance at age 13 in Songcatcher (2000). She played Deladis Slocumb, an orphan in the Appalachian mountains. The film won an award at the Sundance Film Festival. For her role, Rossum was nominated for an award. She also sang a duet with Dolly Parton on the film's soundtrack.

In Nola (2003), Rossum played a young songwriter. She then starred in her first big studio film, Clint Eastwood's Mystic River (2003). She played Katie Markum, the daughter of a character played by Sean Penn.

Breakthrough Roles and Recognition

Rossum had a major role as Laura Chapman in the disaster film The Day After Tomorrow (2004). Later, she auditioned for the role of Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera (2004). This movie was based on the famous Andrew Lloyd Webber musical. She almost missed the audition but was asked to sing for Lloyd Webber himself.

For her performance in The Phantom of the Opera, Rossum was nominated for a Golden Globe Award. She also won a Critics' Choice Award for Best Young Actress. She received a Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Younger Actor as well.

In 2006, Rossum appeared in Poseidon. This was a remake of the disaster film The Poseidon Adventure. She played Jennifer Ramsey, the daughter of Kurt Russell's character. Rossum described her character as strong and active. She also played Juliet Capulet in a play of Romeo and Juliet in 2006.

Rossum in 2011

In 2009, Rossum appeared in the film Dragonball Evolution. Her next movie was the independent film Dare. In late 2009, Rossum joined the cast of the TV series Shameless. This show was based on a British series. She starred alongside William H. Macy. Rossum played Fiona Gallagher, the oldest sister in a large family. She acted as a guardian for her five younger siblings. Her performance in the series was highly praised.

Emmy Rossum also started directing. She directed an episode of Shameless in 2016. In 2018, Rossum announced she would leave Shameless after nine seasons.

Recent Projects

In 2011, Rossum starred in an online film called Inside. This film used social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube. In 2013, Rossum played Ridley in Beautiful Creatures. This movie was based on a popular young adult fantasy novel. Critics praised Rossum's acting in the film.

She also starred in the drama You're Not You. She played Bec, a new caregiver who helps and becomes friends with Kate, a woman with ALS. In 2014, Rossum was cast in the romantic comedy Comet. This film was directed by Sam Esmail, who she later married. She also appeared in the film Before I Disappear (2014).

In 2019, it was announced that Rossum would star in Angelyne. This drama series was produced by her husband, Sam Esmail. It was her first main role after Shameless. The series was based on a true story about a famous billboard model in Los Angeles. In 2023, she appeared in the miniseries The Crowded Room.

Music Career

After her role in The Phantom of the Opera, Emmy Rossum was offered deals to record classical music. However, she chose to make an album with more modern pop music. She wanted her music to have "emotional honesty." She said her music was "pop music" but not "bubblegum pop." She wanted it to feel like the music of David Gray or Annie Lennox. Rossum has mentioned Sarah McLachlan, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, and Faith Hill as some of her musical inspirations.

Rossum's first album, Inside Out, was released on October 23, 2007. It reached number 199 on the U.S. Billboard charts. To promote the album, her record label featured her song "Slow Me Down." In December 2007, she released three Christmas songs on an album called Carol of the Bells. That year, she also sang the national anthem at a NASCAR race.

In 2009, she joined the band Counting Crows as a special guest for some performances. In 2010, Rossum sang on a song called "Cruel One" for singer Alex Band's album. She sang with Band and Chantal Kreviazuk on the track.

Rossum released her album Sentimental Journey on January 29, 2013. Unlike her first album, this one was a collection of cover songs from the 1920s to the 1960s. Sentimental Journey reached number 92 on the U.S. Billboard charts. It also reached number one on the Jazz Albums chart.

Rossum describes her voice as a lyric soprano. She continues to train her voice.

Charity Work and Advocacy

Emmy Rossum has used her fame to support important causes. She was an ambassador for YouthAIDS, an organization that helps young people. In 2008, she became a spokesperson for Pinkitude. This clothing line helped raise awareness for breast cancer.

In 2010, she appeared in public service announcements for the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) Action Fund. She also works with Global Green USA. This group raises money for environmental protection and teaches people about ecological issues. In 2015, Rossum worked with the Best Friends Animal Society. She encouraged people to adopt animals.

On May 26, 2009, Rossum attended a march in West Hollywood, California. This protest was against a court ruling about Proposition 8. In February 2024, Rossum was one of many celebrities who signed an open letter. This letter spoke out against attempts to remove Israel from Eurovision 2024.

Personal Life

Rossum and her husband Sam Esmail in September 2018

Emmy Rossum married Justin Siegel in February 2008. They kept their marriage private at first. In September 2009, Siegel filed for divorce. Their divorce was finalized in December 2010.

Rossum dated Counting Crows singer Adam Duritz from 2009 to 2010.

In 2013, Rossum started dating writer and director Sam Esmail. They got engaged in August 2015. They married on May 29, 2017, in New York City. The couple has two children. Their daughter was born in May 2021, and their son was born in April 2023.

Rossum has celiac disease, which means she cannot eat gluten. She also has ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and has taken medication for it since she was a child.

The famous designer Vera Wang was married to Rossum's cousin, Arthur P. Becker. Rossum has described herself as "a spiritual person, but not especially religious."

Filmography

Film

Television

Awards and Nominations

Discography

Albums / EPs

Singles

Soundtrack Appearances

Music Videos

See also

In Spanish: Emmy Rossum para niños