Who is Mara Wilson? Everything You Need to Know

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Also Known As: Mara Elizabeth Wilson

Age: 37 Years, 37 Year Old Females

Family:

father: Michael Wilson

mother: Suzie Wilson

siblings: and Anna, Danny, Joel, Jon

Jewish Actresses Actresses

Height: 5'1" (155 cm), 5'1" Females

Notable Alumni: Tisch School Of The Arts

Ancestry: Irish American

U.S. State: California

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education: Tisch School Of The Arts

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1

Is Mara Wilson still acting?

No, Mara Wilson retired from acting in the early 2000s, to focus on her writing career and other interests.
2

What books has Mara Wilson written?

Mara Wilson has written an autobiography called "Where Am I Now? True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame" and a novel for young adults titled "The Girl Who Drank the Moon."
3

Does Mara Wilson have any upcoming projects?

Mara Wilson occasionally makes appearances in podcasts, interviews, and on social media, but she does not have any current acting projects.
4

What is Mara Wilson's stance on mental health advocacy?

Mara Wilson is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken openly about her own struggles with anxiety and depression.
5

Has Mara Wilson ever considered returning to acting?

Mara Wilson has stated that she is content with her current career as a writer and does not have plans to return to acting.

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Career

Mara Wilson began her acting career appearing in commercials for Lunchables, Texaco, Bank of America, and Marshall’s. In 1993, she auditioned for a role in the comedy film ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ and won the role of Natalie Hillard. Directed by Chris Columbus, the film did quite well commercially and reviews were mostly positive as well. It also featured actors like Robin Williams, Sally Field, and Pierce Brosnan.

She was next seen in the Christmas fantasy film ‘Miracle on 34th Street’, which is the fourth remake of the 1947 film of the same name. She then played a recurring role in the TV series ‘Melrose Place’ in 1994. The same year, she was also seen in the TV film ‘A Time to Heal’.

In 1996, she was seen in the children’s fantasy comedy film ‘Matilda’ which was directed, produced, and narrated by Danny DeVito, who also played one of the main roles. The film was based on a 1988 novel of the same name by Roald Dahl. Wilson won the Young Star Award for her performance and was nominated for a Saturn Award and a Young Artist Award.

In 1997, she appeared in the fantasy comedy film ‘A Simple Wish,’ which was a critical and commercial failure. However, Wilson was nominated for multiple awards for her performance. In 1999, she was seen in another TV film ‘Balloon Farm’.

In 2000, she appeared in her last major role on the big screen by playing Lily Stone in the movie ‘Thomas and the Magic Railroad’. It was based on the children’s book series ‘The Railway Series’.

In 2016, she played a guest role in the TV show ‘Broad City’. She next played a recurring voice role in the animated series ‘BoJack Horseman’. She has also appeared in various web series.

As a writer, she wrote the play ‘Sheeple’ which was produced in 2013 for New York International Fringe Festival’. She is also the author of the book ‘Where Am I Now?: True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame’ (2016).

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Personal Life

Mara Wilson was born on 24th July 1987 in Burbank, California, in the US. Her father Mike Wilson was a TV broadcast engineer while her mother Suzie Wilson was a homemaker. She has four siblings, a younger sister named Anna and three older brothers named Danny, John, and Joel. She was inspired to pursue acting after watching her brother Danny act. She was raised Jewish though she became an atheist at the age of 15. Her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1995 and passed away in 1996.

She was diagnosed with OCD when she was 12. She has also suffered from anxiety and depression.

She came out as bisexual in 2016.

Facts About Mara Wilson

Mara Wilson is not only known for her acting, but she is also an accomplished writer and has published articles and essays on various platforms.

She has a great sense of humor and often shares witty and humorous posts on her social media accounts, making her a hit with fans.

Mara Wilson is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and has openly discussed her own struggles with anxiety and depression, helping to break the stigma surrounding these issues.

Despite her early success as a child actor, Mara Wilson made the decision to step away from Hollywood to focus on her education and personal growth, showing maturity beyond her years.

Mara Wilson has a passion for storytelling and has lent her voice to various audiobooks and podcasts, showcasing her talent and versatility in the entertainment industry.

Mara Wilson Biography

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Is Mara Wilson still acting?

What books has Mara Wilson written?

Does Mara Wilson have any upcoming projects?

What is Mara Wilson's stance on mental health advocacy?

Has Mara Wilson ever considered returning to acting?