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Olivia Wilde

Olivia Wilde is an American actress and filmmaker known for her role on *House* and for directing films including *Booksmart* and *Don’t Worry Darling*.

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

Olivia Wilde (born Olivia Jane Cockburn on March 10, 1984) is an American actress and filmmaker. She is best known for her role as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on the medical drama *House* and for directing the critically acclaimed film *Booksmart*. Wilde has also worked as a producer and screenwriter, and has directed *Don’t Worry Darling* and *The Invite*.

Early life and name

Olivia Wilde was born Olivia Jane Cockburn on March 10, 1984, in New York City, New York, U.S. She adopted the surname Wilde professionally.

Acting career

Wilde gained wide recognition for television work, especially *House*, where she played Remy "Thirteen" Hadley from 2007 to 2012. She later appeared in films across science fiction, drama, comedy, and horror, including *Tron: Legacy*, *Cowboys & Aliens*, *Her*, and *The Incredible Burt Wonderstone*.

Directing career

Wilde moved into directing with *Booksmart* in 2019, which received critical acclaim. She later directed *Don’t Worry Darling* in 2022 and *The Invite* in 2026, and also acted in those projects.

Personal life

Wilde was married to Italian filmmaker Tao Ruspoli from 2003 to 2011. She later had a long-term relationship with actor Jason Sudeikis from 2011 to 2020, and a relationship with Harry Styles from 2021 to 2022.

Key facts

  • Best known for playing Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on *House* from 2007 to 2012.
  • Directorial debut *Booksmart* (2019) received critical acclaim.
  • Also directed *Don’t Worry Darling* (2022) and *The Invite* (2026).
  • Film roles include *Tron: Legacy*, *Cowboys & Aliens*, *Her*, and *The Incredible Burt Wonderstone*.
  • Married to Tao Ruspoli (2003–2011), later relationships with Jason Sudeikis and Harry Styles.
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Canadian context

Wilde’s films and television work have been widely distributed and discussed in Canada, and her projects such as *Booksmart* and *Don’t Worry Darling* were part of mainstream Canadian entertainment coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Olivia Wilde?
Olivia Wilde is an American actress and filmmaker known for *House*, *Booksmart*, and *Don’t Worry Darling*.
How old is Olivia Wilde?
She was born on March 10, 1984, which makes her 42 years old as of 2026.
What movies has Olivia Wilde directed?
Her directed films listed here are *Booksmart* (2019), *Don’t Worry Darling* (2022), and *The Invite* (2026).
Who is Olivia Wilde's ex-husband?
Her ex-husband is Tao Ruspoli, an Italian filmmaker and photographer; they were married from 2003 to 2011.
What is Olivia Wilde's connection to Harry Styles?
Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles were reported as having a relationship from 2021 to 2022.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olivia_Wilde
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birth place, acting credits, directorial credits, spouse, partner information.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Olivia-Wilde
    Supports: Biography, birth date, occupation, marriage to Tao Ruspoli, directorial work.
  3. EBSCO Research Starters — https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/olivia-wilde
    Supports: Career overview, marriage to Tao Ruspoli, relationship with Jason Sudeikis, directing debut.
  4. People — https://www.people.com/tag/olivia-wilde/
    Supports: Acting career and directing debut with *Booksmart*.