Rachel McAdams
Acting Born Nov 17, 1978 London, Ontario, Canada 24 credits
Biography
Rachel Anne McAdams, born November 17, 1978, in London, Ontario, Canada, is a Canadian actress known for her work in film, television, and theater. She graduated from York University in 2001 with a BFA in theatre. McAdams made her Hollywood debut in the 2002 comedy The Hot Chick. She gained widespread recognition in 2004 for her roles in the romantic drama The Notebook and the comedy Mean Girls. Her performances have earned her nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Tony Award. In 2026, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her films have collectively grossed over $3.4 billion worldwide.
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Full filmography
- Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014) as Self
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self
- The Graham Norton Show (2007) as Self
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
- True Detective (2014) as Antigone 'Ani' Bezzerides
- Send Help (2026) as Linda Liddle
- Earth: Final Conflict (1997) as Christine Bickwell
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Guest
- What If...? (2021) as Christine Palmer (voice)
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- The Notebook (2004) as Allie Hamilton
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) as Dr. Christine Palmer
- Marvel Studios Legends (2021) as Dr. Christine Palmer (archive footage) (uncredited)
- MTV Movie & TV Awards (1992) as Self
- The Oscars (1953) as Self - Presenter
- About Time (2013) as Mary
- Doctor Strange (2016) as Dr. Christine Palmer
- Mean Girls (2004) as Regina George
- Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (2009) as Self
- DAVE (2020) as Rachel McAdams
- Explained (2018) as Narrator (voice)
- Southpaw (2015) as Maureen Hope
- Sherlock Holmes (2009) as Irene Adler
- The Hot Chick (2002) as Jessica