RATINGS: Cast & Crew

DOB: July 26, 1964

Background: Bullock studied acting in New York and after some success onstage she was cast in a series of roles on television including the short-lived 1990 sitcom "Working Girl." After appearing in several romantic comedies, she landed the female lead in "Demolition Man" in 1993.

Filmography: Her big break came in 1994 opposite Keanu Reeves in the smash hit "Speed." Following a string of hits in comedies, including "While You Were Sleeping," "Two if By Sea" and "Miss Congeniality," she searched out more serious fare and shone in a supporting role in the 2005 Best Picture winner "Crash." 2009 was a banner year for Bullock with two blockbusters -- the romantic comedy "The Proposal" and the biopic "The Blind Side."

Academy Awards: Win - Best Actress ("The Blind Side," 2009)

Golden Globes: Win - Best Film Drama Actress ("The Blind Side," 2010)

Best Film Comedy/Musical Actress Nominations
"The Proposal" (2010); lost to Meryl Streep ("Julie and Julia")
"Miss Congeniality" (2001); lost to Renee Zellweger ("Nurse Jackie")
"While You Were Sleeping" (1996); lost to Nicole Kidman ("To Die For")

SAG Awards: Wins - Best Film Ensemble ("Crash," 2006); Best Film Actress ("The Blind Side," 2010)