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Christian SlaterActor
Date of Birth: 18.08.1969
Country:  USA |
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Childhood and Youth
The biography of Christian Michael Leonard Slater began on August 18, 1969, in New York. He was born into a creative family, with his father, Michael Hawkins, being an actor, and his mother, Mary Jo Slater, working as a casting director. It was no surprise to anyone that Christian chose a career in acting. When he was 7 years old, his parents divorced, and Christian took his mother's surname. In 1983, his mother gave birth to another son named Ryan, who also found his calling in acting. Christian started paving his way into the world of cinema at a young age, appearing in television series and Broadway productions from the age of 8.
Films
Christian had his first small role in a feature film in 1981 at the age of 12, playing the character of Billy in one of the Sherlock Holmes adaptations. Four years later, he had a more significant role in the action film "The Legend of Billie Jean," in which his namesake, Helen Slater, played the lead role. Christian's breakthrough came a year later when he starred in the European historical thriller "The Name of the Rose," based on the cult novel by Umberto Eco. The film depicted a serial killer operating in a medieval Italian monastery, and the 17-year-old Slater played the role of a young assistant to an experienced detective, played by Sean Connery. Despite the disapproval of the novel's author, the film was well received by critics and audiences. The cast also included Valentina Vargas, Helmut Qualtinger, and Ilya Baskin.
Christian's next role, in 1988, was in the crime thriller "Heathers," in which he played the reckless JD. He then entered the new decade with lead roles as DJ Mark Hunter in the musical drama "Pump Up the Volume" and as Will Scarlett in the action film "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves." Both films received positive reviews and expanded the actor's filmography with diverse roles. However, his next project, the crime drama "Mobsters," earned him a nomination for the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor. He later slightly redeemed himself after winning the MTV Movie Award for Most Desirable Male in 1992 for his role in the comedy "Kuffs" alongside Milla Jovovich.
In 1993, Christian received a significant offer to play the lead role in Tony Scott's thriller about a marginalized couple, "True Romance." He portrayed Clarence Worley, who falls in love with a call girl named Alabama, played by Patricia Arquette, and gets involved in a criminal story of pimps, murders, and fleeing. In 1994, Christian had one of the most significant and memorable roles in his already extensive filmography. He played the reporter Mellow, who interviews a real vampire, in the stylish horror film "Interview with the Vampire," based on the novel by Anne Rice. The film grossed over $200 million worldwide. Other notable cast members included Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise. After the success of the film, the popular actor almost disappeared from the screen, taking on minor roles in low-budget films and TV series. During this period, he struggled with drug and alcohol addiction, which almost cost him his career. However, the 2010s brought a change, proving that Slater still had a creative enthusiasm and the ability to surprise his fans. He appeared in Lars von Trier's controversial film "Nymphomaniac" in two parts and joined the cast of the crime series "Mr. Robot" in 2015. Christian even won a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Mr. Robot. The leading role of the socially anxious programmer Elliot Alderson was played by Rami Malek. The series is ongoing.
Personal Life
Christian Slater has had a rich personal life, being married twice and dating several Hollywood sex symbols. He met young Winona Ryder on the set of "Heathers" and immediately fell in love with her. Although their relationship was short-lived, Christian still remembers the actress with fondness and admits that he still can't forget her. After that, he dated his fellow actor Christina Applegate and then had a relationship with Patricia Arquette, his co-star in "True Romance."
His first wife was reporter Ryan Haddon. They got married in 2000 and already had a son named Jaden. A year later, they had a daughter named Eliana. However, their marriage couldn't withstand the test of time, and they divorced in 2006.
Christian's next romantic involvement, which turned into a marriage, began in 2010. He married Brittany Lopez, who is 17 years younger than him. They do not have any children together.
Christian Slater Today
Christian Slater is not very active on social media, rarely sharing personal photos and information about himself online. Therefore, it is difficult to say how he is living in 2019. It is clear, however, that he continues to work on the series "Mr. Robot" and is open to new creative opportunities.
Filmography
1985 - "The Legend of Billie Jean"
1986 - "The Name of the Rose"
1988 - "Heathers"
1990 - "Pump Up the Volume"
1991 - "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves"
1993 - "True Romance"
1994 - "Interview with the Vampire"
2013 - "Nymphomaniac: Volume I"
2013 - "Nymphomaniac: Volume II"
2017 - "The Wife"
2018 - "The Public Library"
