Guide Note

Helena Bonham Carter is a British film and television actress who transitioned from an early career of Costume Dramas like A Room With A View to more eclectic films such as Fight Club and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. In 2007 she had a starring role in Sweeney Todd as Mrs. Lovett. She is currently filming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.

Fast Facts

1. Born: May 25, 1966
2. Birthplace: Golders Green, London
3. Acting Debut: Television commercial at age 16
4. First starring role: Lady Jane in 1984
5. Reluctant to discuss personal life
6. Engaged to Tim Burton
7. Made friend Johnny Depp godfather of her son
8. Children: Son: Billy Ray Daughter: name not released

1. "I hate this image of me as a prim Edwardian. I want to shock everyone."
2. "People say, "You're still breast-feeding, that's so generous". Generous, no! It gives me boobs and it takes my thighs away! It's sort of like natural liposuction. I'd carry on breast-feeding for the rest of my life if I could."
3. "I don't think kids have a problem with death. It's us older ones who are nearer to it, that start being frightened."