One of Hollywood's most bankable stars, Roberts is known for her leading roles in films of several genres, from romantic comedies and dramas to thrillers and action films.
Many of her films have earned over $100 million at the worldwide box office, and six have ranked among the highest-grossing films of their respective years.
Her top-billing films have collectively brought in box office receipts of over $3.8 billion globally.
People magazine has named her the most beautiful woman in the world a record five times.
Roberts was born on October 28, 1967, in Smyrna, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, to Betty Lou Bredemus and Walter Grady Roberts.