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• Scarlett Johansson is an American actress and singer who has appeared in several well known films such as Home Alone 3, In Good Company and The Other Boleyn Girl.

  Holly Scoop reported on May 26, 2009, that Johansson is releasing a new album with Pete Yorn titled Break Up. Her debut album, Anywhere I Lay My Head, was released on May 20, 2008.Holly Scoop: Scarlett Johannson to Release Album With Pete Yorn (Maya 26, 2009)

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: November 22, 1984
  2. Home town: New York City, New York
  3. Notable film: Match Point
  4. Film debut: North (1994)
  5. Nominated for four Golden Globe Awards
  6. Spouse: Ryan Reynolds
  7. May 20, 2008: Released debut album Anywhere I Lay My Head
  8. " Falling Down" is the first single released from the debut album
  9. Has a younger twin brother, Hunter Johansson
  10. Danish/Polish descent
  11. Ranked #9 in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women in the World in 2005
  12. Supports Barack Obama

• Black Widow

  On March 11, 2009, Johansson signed on to play Black Widow in the sequel to Iron Man. She replaces Emily Blunt who had to left the film due to schedule conflicts.

• Auctions Off Used Tissue

  After using a tissue given to her by Jay Leno on his late show on December 17, 2008, Johansson and Leno decided to put it up for auction on eBay. Johannson explained that she got her cold from her Spirit co-star, Samuel L. Jackson, and therefore, the tissue must be of some value.TMZ: Jay Leno Selling Scar Tissue (December 18, 2008) The auction ended on December 22, 2008, and the tissue sold for $5,300. The proceeds will go to the USA Harvest food charity.Extra: ScarJo Blows Nose, Raises Thousands (December 23, 2008)

• Martti Ahtisaari

  Scarlett Johansson and Michael Caine co-hosted a concert on December 11, 2008, in honor of the 2008 Nobel Peace Prize winner, Martti Ahtisaari. Johansson made the statement, "It is important to remind young people that peace is the only real victory." The concert featured several artists including Diana Ross, Dierks Bentley and Feist. It was broadcast in more than 100 countries.People: Scarlett Johansson Honors Nobel...Winner (December 11, 2008)

• Music Career

  On May 20, 2008, Johansson released her debut album Anywhere I Lay My Head. Rolling Stone suggested that "the girl's got indie cred, no doubt," grading the release at two and a half stars out of five.Rolling Stone: Anywhere I Lay My Head (May 29, 2008) On the soundtrack for the film He's Just Not That Into You, Johansson covered "Last Goodbye" by Jeff Buckley.

• Engagement and Marriage

  Johansson became engaged to Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds on May 5, 2008. The two reportedly made plans to marry after the 2009 presidential election. A publicist for Johansson said the couple were "both thrilled" about their plans.

  On September 28, 2008, People Magazine reported that the couple were married near Vancouver, Canada. The "quiet wedding" took place at a resort outside of the city. Johansson's mother and brother were present at the ceremony.People: ...Johansson and...Reynolds Wed... (September 28, 2008)

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