Mila Kunis is an American actress who built a successful career across television, film, and animation. She first became widely recognized as Jackie Burkhart on That ’70s Show and later established herself as a leading film actress with roles in movies such as Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Friends with Benefits, Ted, Bad Moms, and Black Swan. She is also well known for voicing Meg Griffin on the animated series Family Guy.
Early Interest in Acting
Mila Kunis began pursuing acting when she was only nine years old. She enrolled in acting classes at that age, where she met the person who would eventually become her manager.
Her early training led to television opportunities while she was still developing her career. Before receiving her breakthrough role, she appeared in several popular television programs, including Days of Our Lives, Baywatch, 7th Heaven, and Walker, Texas Ranger.
First Film Appearance
Kunis made her big-screen debut in the 1995 film Piranha. Although it was an early role, it marked the beginning of a film career that would eventually include both comedy and dramatic performances.
Her television work continued to grow alongside her movie appearances, eventually leading to the role that would make her widely recognized.
Breakthrough on That ’70s Show
Kunis gained major recognition after being cast as Jackie Burkhart on That ’70s Show. The role became an important milestone in her career and introduced her to a much larger television audience.
Her work on the series also connected her professionally with Ashton Kutcher, who later became her husband.
Success on the Big Screen
After establishing herself on television, Kunis developed a strong film career. She appeared in a range of movies, showing that she could move between romantic comedies, mainstream comedy, and more serious dramatic projects.
Some of her notable films include Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Friends with Benefits, Ted, and Bad Moms.
She also appeared in the psychological thriller Black Swan, starring alongside Natalie Portman. The 2010 film gave Kunis an opportunity to take on a more dramatic role.
Voice Acting in Family Guy
Another major part of Kunis’s career has been animation. She provides the voice of Meg Griffin on Family Guy, one of television’s best-known animated comedy series.
The role has allowed her to remain a familiar presence on television even while much of her career has focused on movies.
Marriage and Children
Kunis was previously in a relationship with former child star Macaulay Culkin. They dated from 2002 until 2011.
She later married her former That ’70s Show co-star Ashton Kutcher in July 2015. The couple welcomed their daughter, Wyatt, on October 1, 2014, followed by their son, Dimitri, on November 30, 2016.
Career Highlights
Mila Kunis‘s career has developed across several forms of entertainment. She moved from childhood acting classes and early television appearances to a breakthrough sitcom role and a successful film career.
Her performances in Black Swan, Ted, Bad Moms, and other movies demonstrated her versatility, while her long-running work as Meg Griffin added another major achievement to her career.
From her early appearance in Piranha to her work in television, movies, and voice acting, Kunis has built a lasting career in the entertainment industry.