Kirsten Dunst is an American actress and producer, born on April 30, 1982, in Point Pleasant, New Jersey. She began her career as a child actress, gaining fame for her role in the film Interview with the Vampire (1994), where she starred alongside Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt. Over the years, she has appeared in various genres, including romantic comedies and dramas. Dunst is known for her performances in films like Bring It On (2000), Spider-Man (2002), and Melancholia (2011). She has received several awards, including a Cannes Film Festival Best Actress award for her role in Melancholia. In addition to her film work, she has also appeared in television series, notably Fargo (2015).