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Chloë Grace Moretz

Chloë Grace Moretz is an American actress and model born in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 10, 1997.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Chloë Grace Moretz is an American actress and model born in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 10, 1997. She is known for film roles in *Kick-Ass*, *Hugo*, *Let Me In*, *Carrie*, *The Miseducation of Cameron Post*, and *The Peripheral*.

Early life

Chloë Grace Moretz was born on February 10, 1997, in Atlanta, Georgia. Available sources identify her as an American actress and model.

Career

Moretz began acting as a child and appeared in early credits such as *The Amityville Horror* and *(500) Days of Summer*. She became widely known for *Kick-Ass* and later appeared in films including *Hugo*, *Let Me In*, *Carrie*, *If I Stay*, and *The Miseducation of Cameron Post*. Her credits also include the television series *The Peripheral* and voice roles in animation.

Notable roles and recognition

Sources consistently identify *Kick-Ass* as her breakout role and note additional recognition for *The Miseducation of Cameron Post*, which won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance in 2018. Moretz has a Canadian connection through *Shadow in the Cloud*, which won the Midnight Madness People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2020.

Public profile

Biographical sources describe Moretz as a high-profile young performer with a long career that began in childhood. Some sources also note her work as a model.

Key facts

  • She began acting as a child and first appeared on screen in the mid-2000s.
  • Her breakthrough role was Mindy Macready, also known as Hit-Girl, in *Kick-Ass*.
  • She has acted in a range of genres, including horror, drama, thriller, and science fiction.
  • Her credits include both films and television projects.
  • She received critical attention for *The Miseducation of Cameron Post*, which won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance in 2018.
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Canadian context

Moretz has a Canadian connection through *Shadow in the Cloud*, which won the Midnight Madness People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2020.[2]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Chloë Grace Moretz?
She is an American actress and model known for film and television roles beginning in childhood.
When was Chloë Grace Moretz born?
She was born on February 10, 1997.
Where was Chloë Grace Moretz born?
She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
What is Chloë Grace Moretz best known for?
She is best known for *Kick-Ass*, and other notable credits include *Hugo*, *Let Me In*, *Carrie*, and *The Miseducation of Cameron Post*.
Did Chloë Grace Moretz start acting as a child?
Yes. Sources state that her acting career began in childhood, with early screen roles in the 2000s.

References

  1. Wikipédiahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chlo%C3%AB_Grace_Moretz
    Supports: Identifies her as an American actress and model born in Atlanta.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1631269/bio/
    Supports: Birth date/place, career highlights, and selected filmography including The Peripheral and The Miseducation of Cameron Post.
  3. Simple English Wikipediahttps://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chlo%C3%AB_Grace_Moretz
    Supports: Birth date, American actress/model description, and early career with Kick-Ass breakthrough.
  4. Wikipediahttps://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chlo%C3%AB_Grace_Moretz
    Supports: Describes her as a U.S. actress and model known for Hugo, Kick-Ass, and Let Me In.
  5. Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/facts/Chloe-Grace-Moretz
    Supports: Birth date and birthplace.
  6. Famous Birthdayshttps://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/chloe-moretz.html
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and early career overview.
  7. Empirehttps://www.empireonline.com/people/chloe-grace-moretz-2/
    Supports: Early acting roles and breakthrough with Kick-Ass.
  8. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/chloe_grace_moretz
    Supports: Early career credits and recognition for performances in The Amityville Horror, (500) Days of Summer, and Kick-Ass.