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Julia Jones Biography

Birth Name:Julia Jones

Birth Place:Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Profession Actress

Fast Facts

  • Graduated from Columbia University with a degree in English
  • Started dancing in ballet at the age of four
  • Quote: "[On the technical aspects of her performances] "The ability to master that to the point where it’s something that’s happening subconsciously is a huge part of the ability to be free and act well․""
  • Well known for her role as Leah Clearwater in the "Twilight" film series
  • Possesses the ability to ski
  • Survived a case of hypothermia after participating in a swimsuit photoshoot on the Hudson River during the winter
  • Likes to perform her own stunts

Awards

  • 2004FAITA Award-Best Actress: winner
  • 2013American Indian Movie Award-Best Supporting Actress: nominated
  • 2017American Indian Movie Award-Best Actress: nominated
  • 2017Jury Prize-Outstanding Actress Supporting Role: winner
  • 2017The BAM Award-Best Cast: winner
  • 2018American Indian Movie Award-Best Actress: winner
  • 2018Red Nation Film Award of Excellence-Outstanding Supporting Actress in TV Movie, Miniseries, Special, Comedy or Series: nominated
  • 2018Bronze Wrangler-Theatrical Motion Picture: winner
  • 2022Saturn Award-Best Supporting Actress in a Network/Cable Television Series: nominated