Robert Douglas Thomas Pattinson (born 13 May 1986) is an English actor. Known for starring in both major studio productions and independent films, his works have grossed over $4.7 billion worldwide, and he has been ranked among the world’s highest-paid actors. In 2010, Time included Pattinson in its list of the 100 most influential people in the world, and he was also featured in the Forbes Celebrity 100. Born and raised in London, Pattinson started acting at age thirteen in a London theatre club. He made early screen appearances in supporting roles, including in Vanity Fair (2004), and played Cedric Diggory in the fantasy film Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005). Pattinson achieved global recognition as Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga film series (2008–2012), which collectively grossed over $3.3 billion worldwide. He also led the romantic dramas Remember Me (2010) and Water for Elephants (2011).
