Kate Hudson facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kate Hudson
Hudson in 2012
Born	Kate Garry Hudson (1979-04-19) April 19, 1979 (age 46) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actress singer
Years active	1996–present
Spouse(s)	Chris Robinson ​ ​ (m. 2000; div. 2007)​
Partner(s)	Matt Bellamy (2010–2014) Danny Fujikawa (2016–present; engaged)
Children	3
Parent(s)	Goldie Hawn Bill Hudson
Relatives	Oliver Hudson (brother) Wyatt Russell (half-brother) Mark Hudson (uncle) Brett Hudson (uncle) Sarah Hudson (cousin)
Awards	Full list
Musical career
Genres	Pop
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Virgin Music Group

Kate Garry Hudson (born April 19, 1979) is an American actress and singer. She has won several important awards, including a Golden Globe Award. She was also nominated for an Academy Award.

Kate Hudson is the daughter of singer Bill Hudson and actress Goldie Hawn. She started her acting career in 1998. She became very famous for her role as Penny Lane in the movie Almost Famous (2000). For this role, she won a Golden Globe Award and was nominated for an Oscar.

During the 2000s, Kate Hudson starred in many romantic comedies. Some of her most popular films include How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003), You, Me and Dupree (2006), and Bride Wars (2009). She also appeared in the TV show Glee (2012–2013). More recently, she starred in Glass Onion (2022).

Besides acting, Kate Hudson helped start the fitness brand Fabletics. She has also written two non-fiction books. In 2024, she released her first music album, called Glorious.

Early Life and Family

Kate Hudson was born in Los Angeles, California, on April 19, 1979. Her mother is the famous actress Goldie Hawn. Her father is Bill Hudson, an actor and musician.

Kate's parents divorced when she was very young. She and her older brother, actor Oliver Hudson, were raised by their mother and her longtime partner, actor Kurt Russell. Kate considers Kurt Russell her father. She grew up in Snowmass, Colorado, and Pacific Palisades, California.

Kate has a mixed family background. Her family comes from places like Italy, Hungary (Jewish heritage), England, and Germany. She was raised Jewish and also practices Buddhism. Kate has several half-siblings from her parents' other relationships.

In 1997, Kate graduated from Crossroads in Santa Monica. She was accepted to New York University but decided to become an actress instead of going to college.

Acting Career

Early Roles and Big Break

Kate Hudson started acting on stage when she was 11 years old. Her first movie was Desert Blue (1998). She then appeared in other films like 200 Cigarettes (1999) and Dr. T & the Women (2000).

Her big breakthrough role was in the movie Almost Famous (2000). She played Penny Lane, a dedicated fan of a rock band. Kate worked hard to get this role and turned down other movies for it. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress and an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination. People praised her acting, and the movie became very popular. Kate wanted to succeed on her own, not just because her parents were famous.

Starring in Romantic Comedies

In 2002, Kate starred in The Four Feathers, a historical romance. Her next movie, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003), was a huge success. In this romantic comedy, she played a writer trying to make a guy break up with her. The movie made over $100 million.

She continued to star in romantic comedies like Alex & Emma (2003) and Raising Helen (2004). In 2005, she appeared in the thriller The Skeleton Key, which was also a box office hit. In 2006, she starred in the comedy You, Me and Dupree, which earned over $130 million worldwide.

Kate reunited with Matthew McConaughey in the romantic comedy Fool's Gold (2008). For this movie, she learned scuba diving for the underwater scenes. She also starred in Bride Wars (2009) with Anne Hathaway. They played best friends whose weddings are scheduled on the same day, leading to funny rivalries. This movie was also a financial success. Later that year, she appeared in the musical film Nine, where she showed off her impressive dancing skills.

Diverse Roles and TV Shows

In the early 2010s, Kate continued to appear in romantic comedies like Something Borrowed (2011). In 2012, she joined the TV show Glee as Cassandra July, a dance teacher.

She also took on different kinds of roles, such as in the political thriller The Reluctant Fundamentalist (2013). In 2016, she voiced a character in the animated movie Kung Fu Panda 3, which was a global hit. She also starred in the drama Deepwater Horizon, based on a real-life event.

Recent Films and Music Debut

In 2021, Kate Hudson starred in the musical film Music, which earned her another Golden Globe nomination. She also appeared in the fantasy-adventure film Mona Lisa and the Blood Moon (2021).

In 2022, she played Birdie Jay in the popular mystery film Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. This movie was a big hit with audiences.

Other Projects

In 2013, Kate Hudson launched her own line of workout clothes and active wear called Fabletics. She partnered with an online fashion company for this venture. Fabletics has become a big part of her work, with many stores across the United States.

Kate has also written two non-fiction books. Her first book, Pretty Happy: Healthy Ways to Love Your Body, was released in 2016. Her second book, Pretty Fun: Creating and Celebrating a Lifetime of Tradition, came out in 2017.

In 2018, she worked with her mother, Goldie Hawn, on a special clothing collection. Part of the money from this collection went to a program called MindUP, which helps children's well-being. In 2019, Kate launched her own vodka brand called King St. Vodka. She also hosts a podcast called Sibling Revelry with her brother, Oliver Hudson.

Personal Life

Kate Hudson at the Super Bowl in 2016

Kate Hudson was married to Chris Robinson, the lead singer of the band The Black Crowes. They got married on December 31, 2000. Their son was born in January 2004. They separated in 2006 and their divorce was finalized in 2007.

Later, in 2010, Kate started dating Matt Bellamy, the lead singer of the band Muse. They got engaged in 2011 and had a son together. They broke up in 2014 but remain friendly.

In 2016, Kate began dating Danny Fujikawa, a musician. They met through her best friends, who are his stepsisters. Their daughter was born in October 2018. They announced their engagement in September 2021.

Kate has spoken about the importance of meditation in her life. She says that practicing transcendental meditation regularly has been very helpful and life-changing for her.

Filmography

Movies

TV Shows

Behind the Scenes

Music

Kate Hudson signed a record deal with Virgin Music Group. She released her first song, "Talk About Love," in January 2024. She wrote this song with her fiancé, Danny Fujikawa, and Linda Perry.

She released another song called "Live Forever" in March 2024. Rolling Stone magazine called it "a love letter to parents." Her debut album, Glorious, came out on May 17, 2024.

Albums

Singles

Awards

Images for kids

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  Kate Hudson in July 2006

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  Kate Hudson in February 2016

See also

In Spanish: Kate Hudson para niños