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| Born | Alexandra Patricia Morgan July 2, 1989 (age 35) Diamond Bar, California, United States |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2007-present |
| Spouse(s) | Megan Rapinoe (m. 2015) |
| Children | 1 |
Alex Morgan (born Alexandra Patricia Morgan; July 2, 1989) is an American actress known for her roles in major action films and television series. She rose to fame in the late 2000s for her intense performances in high-octane roles, earning a reputation as one of Hollywood's most versatile action stars. Morgan is currently portraying the character Cara Dune in the Disney+ series The Mandalorian.
Early Life[]
Morgan was born in San Dimas, California, and raised in Diamond Bar. An athlete growing up, she excelled in several sports, but her passion for acting led her to pursue a career in Hollywood. She attended the University of California, Berkeley, where she briefly studied communications before committing full-time to acting. Morgan made her professional debut in 2007 in a small role in Live Free or Die Hard.
Career[]
Morgan's breakthrough came in 2011 when she starred in Steven Soderbergh's movie Haywire (2011). This role helped her transition into more prominent action roles, with The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) and Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) further solidifying her as a force in the action genre. Her dedication to performing her own stunts has made her a respected figure in action cinema. In 2020, she joined the Star Wars universe, playing Cara Dune in The Mandalorian. Her portrayal of the former Rebel shock trooper turned mercenary was well-received, adding depth to her range of action roles.
Personal Life[]
In 2015, Morgan married professional soccer player Megan Rapinoe, a celebrated figure in women’s football. The couple has been lauded for their advocacy on LGBTQ+ rights and gender equality. They welcomed their daughter, Ainsley Morgan-Rapinoe, in 2020 and are considered one of Hollywood’s most inspiring power couples.
2014 Photo Leak[]
In 2014, Morgan became one of the many female celebrities targeted in a massive hacking scandal. Private and intimate photos of her were stolen and leaked online without her consent. Morgan publicly condemned the invasion of privacy, stating that it was a violation not only of her personal life but of the privacy of all women involved. She joined other victims in advocating for stronger cybersecurity measures and spoke out against the objectification and exploitation of women in the media. Despite the ordeal, Morgan remained focused on her career and advocacy, using the incident to raise awareness about digital privacy and women’s rights. The scandal did not have a lasting negative impact on her career, as she continued to land major roles and garner critical acclaim.
Awards and Nominations[]
Morgan has been nominated for several awards, including a Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Actress in an Action Movie for Atomic Blonde and a Primetime Emmy nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for The Mandalorian.
Filmography[]
- Live Free or Die Hard (2007)
- Haywire (2011)
- The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013)
- The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014)
- Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
- The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 (2015)
- Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
- Atomic Blonde (2017)
- Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
- The Mandalorian (2020–present)
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