Family
Born to Walter Grady Roberts, a vacuum cleaner salesman, and his wife Betty Lou Bredemus, a one-time church secretary and real estate agent.
Laid Back
Lies on her back to have her make-up applied before going onto a film set — she insists it gives her a relaxed look.
Lucky #20
After George Clooney and Brad Pitt found out that she was going to be joining them in "Ocean's Eleven," they sent her a card that read, "We heard that you get 20 per film." And in it was a $20 bill.
A New State of Mind
Splits her time between her ranch in Taos, New Mexico and a home in New York City.
Fan Favorite
She's a huge fan of actress Aishwarya Rai, whom she once said was "The most beautiful woman in the world, more beautiful than any Hollywood actress."
Same Birthday As...
Shares a birthday with actor Joaquin Phoenix.
Best Smile
In 2004, archaeologists called a 9,000 year old female skeleton excavated in Bulgaria "Julia Roberts," because of its perfect teeth. They said that woman would have had a perfect smile — just like the actress.
Committed
Erin Brockovich is right-handed and Roberts is not; she learned to use her right hand for the role.
Bookworm
"The Alchemist" is one of her favorite books.
Real Rider
An accomplished equestrienne, she did her own riding in "Runaway Bride."
Professionally Trained
Is attended the Lee Strasberg Institute, whose alumni include Angelina Jolie, Mickey Rourke, Scarlett Johansson, Rosario Dawson and the late Dennis Hopper.
Box Office Babe
Her films have grossed more than $ 2 billion at the US box office, making her the biggest female movie star of all time (February 2007).
European Roots
Her father, Walter Roberts, was brought up in Coatbridge, Scotland.
Hollywood Mom
Was four months pregnant with son Henry when she completed filming "Charlie Wilson's War."
Childhood Dream
As a child, Julia wanted to be a veterinarian, but later studied journalism.
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