Elizabeth Olsen Biography

Elizabeth Olsen is an American actress, best known for her role in the critically acclaimed film ‘Martha Marcy May Marlene’ for which she earned much appreciation. She is also known for her role in films like ‘Silent House’ and ‘Godzilla.’ She is the younger sister of actresses Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen and was introduced to the show business at an early age. She began acting when she was very young, with appearances in her sisters' films. Sensing her talent, her parents also had her enrolled for ballet and singing lessons. Growing up, there was no doubt in her mind that she was destined to be a performer. After completing high school, she enrolled at the ‘New York University Tisch School of the Arts’ to hone her skills. She also spent a semester studying at the ‘Moscow Art Theatre School’ in Russia. Being an ambitious young woman, she appeared in several movies even before graduating from ‘Tisch.’ Pretty, confident, and talented, Olsen successfully made the transition from being a child star to an adult actress. Her career received a big boost when she appeared in the film ‘Martha Marcy May Marlene’ for which she was nominated for the ‘Critics' Choice Movie Award’ for ‘Best Actress’ and ‘Independent Spirit Award’ for ‘Best Female Lead.’ She scaled greater heights when she was cast as Sarah in the horror movie remake ‘Silent House.’ She continues to grow as a performer and is exploring versatile and challenging roles.