Armie Hammer
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| Name | Armie Hammer |
| Birth name | Armand Douglas Hammer |
| Birth date | August 28, 1986 |
| Birth place | Santa Monica, California |
| Occupation | Actor |
Armie Hammer is an American actor born to Michael Armand Hammer and Dru Ann Mobley in Santa Monica, California. He is the great-grandson of Armand Hammer, a businessman and founder of Occidental Petroleum. Hammer's family has a long history of wealth and influence, with connections to Julius Hammer, a Russian-born businessman and founder of the Communist Party USA. His early life was marked by frequent moves between Los Angeles, New York City, and the Cayman Islands, where his family owned a home.
● Early Life
Hammer's early life was shaped by his family's wealth and influence, with connections to prominent figures such as William Randolph Hearst and Nelson Rockefeller. He attended Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii, and later enrolled in Los Angeles Baptist High School and University of California, Los Angeles. However, he dropped out of college to pursue a career in acting, following in the footsteps of his uncle, Michael Armand Hammer, who was a producer and actor. Hammer's early life was also influenced by his family's connections to the Russian Orthodox Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church, with his great-grandfather, Julius Hammer, being a devout member of the Russian Orthodox Church.
● Career
Hammer's acting career began with small roles in films such as Over My Dead Body and Veronica Mars, alongside Kristen Bell and Jason Dohring. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Cameron Winklevoss and Tyler Winklevoss in the Facebook-inspired film The Social Network, directed by David Fincher and produced by Scott Rudin and Kevin Spacey. Hammer's performance earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination, and he went on to appear in films such as J. Edgar, directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Naomi Watts. He also starred in The Lone Ranger, alongside Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, and Call Me By Your Name, directed by Luca Guadagnino and produced by Peter Spears and Emilie Georges.
● Personal Life
Hammer married Elizabeth Chambers in 2010, and the couple had two children together, Harper Hammer and Ford Hammer. However, they announced their separation in 2020, citing irreconcilable differences. Hammer has been open about his struggles with addiction and depression, and has spoken publicly about his experiences with therapy and rehabilitation. He has also been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including supporting the American Cancer Society and the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, alongside Jennifer Aniston and Taylor Swift.
● Filmography
Hammer's filmography includes a range of critically acclaimed films, such as The Social Network, J. Edgar, and Call Me By Your Name. He has also appeared in films such as The Lone Ranger, Mirror Mirror, and Free Fire, alongside Brie Larson and Cillian Murphy. Hammer has worked with prominent directors such as David Fincher, Clint Eastwood, and Luca Guadagnino, and has shared the screen with actors such as Johnny Depp, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Timothée Chalamet. His performances have earned him numerous award nominations, including a Golden Globe Award nomination for his role in Call Me By Your Name, presented by Hollywood Foreign Press Association.
● Controversies
Hammer has been involved in several controversies throughout his career, including allegations of emotional abuse and manipulation by former partners. He has also faced criticism for his response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and has been accused of insensitivity and privilege. In 2021, Hammer was dropped by his talent agency, William Morris Endeavor, and his publicist, Bryan Lourd, following allegations of inappropriate behavior. The controversy surrounding Hammer has sparked a wider conversation about power dynamics and accountability in the entertainment industry, with many calling for greater transparency and responsibility from Hollywood studios and talent agencies, such as Universal Pictures and Creative Artists Agency.