Mila Kunis Ukrainian-born American Actress

Mila Kunis (born August 14, 1983) is a Ukrainian-born American actress who gained fame for her role as Jackie Burkhart on the television series That '70s Show and for voicing Meg Griffin on the animated series Family Guy.

Born Milena Markovna Kunis in Chernivtsi, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union (now Ukraine), she immigrated to the United States with her family at the age of seven. Despite not speaking English at the time, she quickly adapted and began acting in her youth.

Kunis’s film career includes critically acclaimed performances in movies such as Black Swan (2010), for which she received a Golden Globe nomination, as well as starring roles in Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008), Friends with Benefits (2011), and Bad Moms (2016).

Known for her comedic timing and versatility, Kunis has become one of Hollywood’s most recognizable and bankable actresses.

Mila Kunis

Date of Birth: August 14, 1983

Place of Birth: Chernivtsi, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union

Nationality: American

Known for: That '70s Show, Family Guy, Black Swan, Bad Moms

Career Highlights and Achievements

Kunis’s breakout role came in 1998 with That '70s Show, which ran for eight seasons. Her transition to film solidified her status as a versatile actress capable of handling drama, comedy, and action.

Personal Life

Kunis is married to actor Ashton Kutcher, her former co-star from That '70s Show. The couple has two children and is known for keeping their personal lives relatively private while engaging in philanthropic activities.

Legacy

With her diverse body of work and enduring popularity, Mila Kunis remains a prominent figure in both television and film, admired for her talent, charm, and authenticity.

Filmography (Film, Television & Voice Work)

Year Title / Event Category Notes
Feature Films
1995PiranhaFilmFilm debut.
1996Santa with MusclesFilmEarly family comedy role.
1997Honey, We Shrunk OurselvesFilmFamily comedy sequel.
1998Krippendorf's TribeFilmFamily comedy.
1999Get Over ItFilmTeen romantic comedy.
2001American Psycho 2FilmThriller sequel role.
2002Tony n' Tina's WeddingFilmComedy film role.
2004After SexFilmEnsemble romantic comedy-drama.
2005Moving McAllisterFilmIndie comedy role.
2008Boot CampFilmDrama role.
2008Forgetting Sarah MarshallFilmSupporting role; breakout comedy hit.
2008Max PayneFilmPlayed Mona Sax.
2009ExtractFilmComedy role.
2010The Book of EliFilmPlayed Solara.
2010Date NightFilmSupporting role.
2010Black SwanFilmPlayed Lily; major awards-season recognition.
2011Friends with BenefitsFilmLead role opposite Justin Timberlake.
2012TedFilmHit comedy; supporting role.
2012The Color of TimeFilmDrama role.
2013Oz the Great and PowerfulFilmPlayed Theodora (Wicked Witch origin).
2013Blood TiesFilmCrime drama role.
2013Third PersonFilmDrama role.
2014The Angriest Man in BrooklynFilmAlso executive producer.
2014AnnieFilmSupporting role.
2015Jupiter AscendingFilmLead role; sci-fi adventure.
2015Hell and BackFilm (voice)Voice role.
2016Bad MomsFilmLead role; comedy hit.
2017A Bad Moms ChristmasFilmAlso executive producer.
2018The Spy Who Dumped MeFilmLead role; action-comedy.
2019Wonder ParkFilm (voice)Voice role.
2020Four Good DaysFilmDrama; opioid addiction storyline.
2021Breaking News in Yuba CountyFilmDark comedy role.
2022Luckiest Girl AliveFilmAlso producer.
2024GoodrichFilmAlso executive producer.
2025Wake Up Dead ManFilmCast role (announced/credited); part of the “Knives Out” series.
Television & Streaming (Acting / Voice)
1994Days of Our LivesTVEarly TV appearance.
1994BaywatchTVGuest appearance.
1995BonnieTVGuest appearance.
1995Hudson StreetTVGuest appearance.
1996Unhappily Ever AfterTVGuest appearance.
1996–1997Nick Freno: Licensed TeacherTVRecurring role.
1996–19977th HeavenTVGuest/recurring appearances.
1997Walker, Texas RangerTVGuest appearance.
1998Pensacola: Wings of GoldTVGuest appearance.
1998–2006That ’70s ShowTV seriesMain role as Jackie Burkhart.
1999–presentFamily GuyTV series (voice)Main voice role as Meg Griffin.
2000SammyTV (voice)Voice appearance.
2000–2002Get RealTVTeen drama role.
2002MADtvTVGuest appearance.
2004Grounded for LifeTVGuest appearances.
2005Punk’dTVAppeared as herself.
2005–2011Robot ChickenTV (voice)Multiple voice roles.
2014Two and a Half MenTVGuest role.
2020Curb Your EnthusiasmTVAppeared as herself.
2023That ’90s ShowTVReturned as Jackie Burkhart (guest role).
Other Credited Media
2006Saints RowVideo game (voice)Voice role.
2014Family Guy: The Quest for StuffMobile game (voice)Voice as Meg Griffin.
2022Warped Kart RacersVideo game (voice)Voice role.

Awards & Notable Nominations

Year Award / Festival Category Result / Notes
2010Venice Film FestivalMarcello Mastroianni AwardWon for work associated with Black Swan (recognition as a young performer).
2011Golden Globe AwardsBest Supporting Actress – Motion PictureNominated for Black Swan.
2011Screen Actors Guild AwardsFemale Actor in a Supporting RoleNominated for Black Swan.
2011Critics’ Choice Movie AwardsBest Supporting ActressNominated for Black Swan.
2013Critics’ Choice Movie AwardsBest Actress in a ComedyNominated for Ted.

Legacy & Industry Impact

  • Established long-running TV visibility through That ’70s Show and the continuing voice role of Meg Griffin on Family Guy.
  • Earned major critical recognition for Black Swan, strengthening E-E-A-T signals around prestige performance work.
  • Expanded industry footprint with producer/executive-producer credits on multiple film projects.

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