ABOUT:
Carrie-Anne Moss is a Canadian actress best known for her iconic role as Trinity in the groundbreaking Matrix trilogy. With a career spanning over three decades, she has become a versatile performer in film, television, and stage. Beyond her work in the Matrix series, Moss has appeared in a variety of roles that showcase her broad range and depth as an actress.
BEFORE FAME:
Born on August 21, 1967, in Burnaby, British Columbia, Carrie-Anne Moss showed an early interest in the performing arts. She attended the Magee Secondary School in Vancouver, where she participated in the school choir. After high school, she moved to Europe and pursued a modeling career, which eventually led her to the world of acting. Moss got her first big break in the TV series "Dark Justice," which was filmed in Barcelona, Spain.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
Moss's career skyrocketed when she was cast as Trinity in The Matrix (1999). Her portrayal of the strong, enigmatic, and highly skilled computer hacker received widespread acclaim and solidified her status as a leading actress in Hollywood. She reprised her role in the sequels, The Matrix Reloaded (2003) and The Matrix Revolutions (2003), and later in The Matrix Resurrections (2021).
Apart from The Matrix series, Moss has appeared in numerous other films and television shows, including Memento (2000), Red Planet (2000), Chocolat (2000), Snow Cake (2006), and Disturbia (2007). She also played significant roles in TV series like "Jessica Jones," portraying lawyer Jeri Hogarth, and "Humans."
TRIVIA:
- Moss was named after the Hollies' 1967 hit song "Carrie Anne."
- Before landing her role in The Matrix, she worked in various TV series and acclaimed independent films.
- She has voiced video game characters, notably Aria T'Loak in the Mass Effect series.
- Moss co-founded Annapurna Living, a lifestyle brand that focuses on mindfulness, wellness, and spiritual growth.
FAMILY LIFE:
Carrie-Anne Moss is married to actor Steven Roy, whom she met at an acting class. The couple tied the knot in 1999 and has three children together. The family tends to keep a low profile, balancing their life in the public eye with personal privacy. Moss emphasizes the importance of family and often speaks about the balance between her professional and personal life.
ASSOCIATED WITH:
Moss has worked with numerous notable actors and directors throughout her career. She famously starred alongside Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne in The Matrix series, with directors Lana and Lilly Wachowski. In the critically acclaimed film Memento, she worked with director Christopher Nolan and actor Guy Pearce. Her role in Jessica Jones brought her into the orbit of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where she worked with Krysten Ritter.
In addition to her acting collaborations, Moss is known for her commitment to wellness and her engaging presence in the lifestyle community through Annapurna Living. She is respected not only for her acting talents but also for her dedication to nurturing a mindful and balanced life.
