Mary-Kate Olsen

Mary-Kate Olsen was born on June 13, 1986, in Sherman Oaks, California, along with her twin sister Ashley Olsen. The twins became famous at a very young age after being cast to share the role of Michelle Tanner on the television series 'Full House'. Their work on the show helped them establish an entertainment empire as children.

Mary-Kate Olsen, along with her twin sister Ashley, made her debut on the TV show 'Full House' in September 1987. The twins shared the role of Michelle Tanner, the youngest child in the Tanner family. The show became a huge success and ran for eight seasons, ending in 1995.

In 1993, the Olsen twins founded Dualstar Entertainment Group, a limited liability company that would produce the twins' subsequent films and videos. Through Dualstar, they participated in a number of successful straight-to-video releases aimed at young audiences, which solidified their status as child stars and businesswomen.

On May 7, 2004, 'New York Minute' was released. It was the last film starring both Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. The film follows the twins as they attempt to navigate through New York City, encountering various challenges along the way. Although it was not a major box-office success, it marked the end of an era of films centered around the twins.

In 2004, Mary-Kate Olsen, along with her sister Ashley, enrolled at New York University (NYU) to pursue a college education. She took courses related to photography and literature, marking the transition from her initial entertainment career to a more educational focus. This period also signified a shift towards their interests in fashion.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen launched their own fashion brand, The Row, in 2006. This high-end fashion label was aimed at providing simple, yet sophisticated attire. The Row received critical acclaim and established Mary-Kate and Ashley as serious figures in the fashion industry, distancing them from their former image as child stars.

On November 26, 2012, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen won the prestigious Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Womenswear Designer of the Year award for their work with The Row. This award is one of the highest honors in the fashion industry and recognized their influence and success as fashion designers.

Mary-Kate Olsen married Olivier Sarkozy in a private ceremony on November 27, 2015, in New York City. The wedding was a small, intimate affair with about 50 guests. Olivier Sarkozy, the half-brother of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, is a banker. The marriage marks a significant personal milestone for Mary-Kate.

In May 2017, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen presented their work at the Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The annual Met Gala event is a high-profile gathering that celebrates the opening of the Costume Institute's fashion exhibit. The Olsen twins' participation further cemented their status as influential figures in the fashion industry.

On April 17, 2020, Mary-Kate Olsen filed for divorce from Olivier Sarkozy after five years of marriage. The news of the divorce brought significant media attention and it was reported that the separation was due to irreconcilable differences. This chapter in Mary-Kate's life highlighted the challenges faced by high-profile figures in maintaining private personal lives.