Olivia Wilde: Summary

Recent Role:: Thirteen on House

Gender:: Female

Birthday:: 3-10-1984

Birthplace:: New York City, New York, USA

Birth Name:: Olivia Jane Cockburn

AKA:: Olivia Cockburn

Olivia Wilde was born Olivia Jane Cockburn (pronounced "coburn") on March 10, 1984 in New York City. Although she grew up in Washington D.C., she spent her summers in Ireland and studied in the renowned Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin. She is the daughter of journalist parents Andrew and Leslie Cockburn and the granddaughter of writer James Helvick. Olivia attended Phillips Academy, a boarding school in Andover, Massachusetts, and was nearly kicked out "like seven times". After graduating, she moved to Los Angeles.

She got an internship job as a casting director for the movie The Girl Next Door. She was given a small role in the movie starring Elisha Cuthbert. Olivia also appeared in the films Alpha Dog and Turistas. On television, Olivia has had regular roles in the short-lived shows Skins and The Black Donnellys. The performance she is probably most known for is playing Alex Kelly, who had a bisexual relationship with Mischa Barton's character Marissa in The O.C.. In 2007, another big break came her way when she was cast in the new team of interns in the FOX medical drama House.

Olivia married Tao Ruspoli, a documentary filmmaker, photographer and flamenco guitar player on June 7, 2003. They reside in Venice, Los Angeles, California. Olivia Wilde was born Olivia Jane Cockburn (pronounced "coburn") on March 10, 1984 in New York City. Although she grew up in Washington D.C., she spent her summers in Ireland and studied in the renowned Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin. She is the daughter of journalist parents Andrew and

100th Episode Celebration - Red Carpet

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Cast updates: guest spots galore!
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Interview with Jonathan Tucker and Olivia Wilde
The Black Donnellys stars chat about their characters.
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alockward
member since: Apr 25, 2007
We would have given her the credit she deserves long time ago if she wasn't so gorgeous. ...Continue »
I must admit I have seen her previous show appearances' in Skins, the Black Donnelly's and the O.C and dismissed her like just another pretty face, not giving her the respect she deserves (you have done the same too!) Actually when she was casted as thirteen in House M.D I was pretty worried that the chemistry of the show might be in jeopardy but as soon as the 4th season started she became one of my favorite characters because she could show a deepening sadness as well as a complicated emotional side along many great actors�. Season 5 has just prove what we already know, Olivia is a great actress despite her beauty and grace that often leads us astray of the path of good judgment
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BoothBones4Eva
member since: May 13, 2007
Has been in lots of minor roles, as well as a recurring character for TV programmes. Currently as a recurring character in House (starring Hugh Laurie) and filming a movie - Year One (staring Jack Black and Michael Cera). ...Continue »
I have loved this actress since she was in The OC as Alex, first Seth's girlfriend and later Marissa's. She is very believable as well as likable. I got so excited (I know, I am sooo sad) when I saw the second episode of Season 4 of House, and realised she was in it. I was even more excited when she stayed on instead of getting fired.
She is an amazing actress, and beautiful in a 'punk' sort of way. I can't wait for her new film Year One which also stars Jack Black and Michael Cera (MC is Juno's bf in 'Juno').
03/28/08 09:34am | report abuse
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AfraidToFall
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Oliva Wilde plays number 13 in Fox's HOUSE M.D. and she does a wonderful job of it too. She's an outgoing girl who learns from her character bit by bit, and is a great actoress! ...Continue »
Olivia Wilde is by far, one of the most talented actors(ress) in MY perspective. I love how she plays Number 13 (though I do hope to learn her real name!!!) She learns a lot from her character, and I think that we all can. And though I haven't seen the other thigns shes worked in I'm sure they're all spectacular, because Oliva is a beatiful, talented actor and my favourite only to Natalia Tena/TONKS!!! I hope to see more of her in House, and enjoy watching her. I think that she and Laurie have good chemistry on the screen, which is what makes her, in part, work for Number 13!!!
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amauriel
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I really only know Olivia Wilde from her role on television's short-lived, "Skin," and "The O.C.," but based on that, I can say that she certainly has talent as an actress. I would like to see her land some more film roles and branch out into comedy. I did think she was decent in "Alpha Dog."
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sunandasarda
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the second season was very touchy and intense. i enjoyed the series. the ups and downs of the relation between all characters was very well potrayed. relations one by one took time to settle . a true and realistic potrayal of the young generation. ...Continue »
i think alex was an excellent character in the series, which bought out a very realistic emotion in marissa. a very true depiction of teenage emotion. and olivia wilde has done a great job . she is absolutely gorgeous. never saw marissa in this shade . but was absolutely well done. both characters complmented each other very well.
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