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Some Lesser Known Facts About Sandra Bullock

• Sandra Bullock does smoke.

• Sandra Bullock does consume alcohol.

• Bullock embarked on her journey in music and dance at the tender age of 5, immersing herself in the arts during her travels across Europe. It was during this time that she graced the stage for the very first time, taking on a small role in an opera held in Nuremburg, Germany.

• Sandra Bullock possesses exceptional fluency in the German language.

• At the age of 12, her parents relocated to Washington, where she enrolled in Washington-Lee High School. Bullock quickly gained popularity among her peers, joining the cheerleading team and actively taking part in various theater productions.

• Bullock maintained dual American-German citizenship until turning 18. After her family relocated to the USA, she retained solely American citizenship until 2009. Subsequently, she pursued German citizenship once again.

• During her childhood, Bullock had the opportunity to portray a beggar in one of her mother’s operas, where she nearly stole the spotlight from the main performer. In an interview with ‘Vogue’, she recalled the moment by saying, “They showered me with chocolates as a form of applause, and I humbly embraced the ground, crawling.”

• In the late 80s, while she was facing challenges in her acting career, Bullock took on various roles in New York City, working as a bartender, cocktail waitress, and coat checker.

• Bullock gained her first taste of fame through her role in the 1994 blockbuster ‘Speed’. Despite receiving discouragement, she shared with ‘The Virginian-Pilot’ that many advised against taking on the project, as it appeared she would only be seen as “the girl.” However, she trusted her instincts and went ahead with it.

• Following 1994, she experienced a streak of successful films, including “While You Were Sleeping” (1995), “The Net” (1995), “A Time to Kill” (1996), “Two If By Sea” (1996), and “Speed 2: Cruise Control” (1997).

• Fortunately, Sandra Bullock ended up securing the role opposite Peter Gallagher in the 1995 blockbuster film “While You Were Sleeping,” which was initially intended for Demi Moore.

• After appearing together in ‘A Time to Kill’, Bullock and Matthew McConaughey embarked on a romantic relationship. Subsequently, Bullock relocated to Austin, Texas, in order to be closer to McConaughey. In this new city, she fulfilled her passion by opening a Cajun-inspired restaurant that celebrated the flavors of Louisiana cuisine.

• Bullock established her own production company, Fortis Films, in 1998, with the assistance of her younger sister Gesine. She secured a production agreement with Warner Bros and went on to create a string of successful films such as “Hope Floats,” “Two Weeks Notice,” “Miss Congeniality,” among others.

• Despite being initially considered, Bullock ultimately lost the lead role in the 1999 film ‘Runaway Bride’ to Julia Roberts.

• During the night landing at Jackson Hole Airport on December 20, 2000, Bullock and another passenger miraculously survived a crash involving a chartered business jet. The pilots, despite having out-of-date approach plates that prevented them from activating the runway lights, proceeded with the landing.

• At the start of 2002, Bullock was pursued by a man named Thomas James Weldon, who relentlessly followed her across multiple states. In 2003, Bullock successfully obtained a restraining order against Weldon, which was later renewed in 2006. However, upon the expiration of the restraining order, Weldon was discharged from a mental institution and resumed his travels across states in search of Bullock. In response, she promptly obtained another restraining order to ensure her safety.

• During one of his gigs, Bullock encountered stand-up comedian George Lopez and recognized his exceptional talent. Impressed by his abilities, she offered him his own show and took on the role of executive producer for the widely acclaimed Latino sitcom, ‘George Lopez’. The show enjoyed tremendous success, running for a remarkable six seasons on ABC.

• Bess Bistro, a restaurant in Austin, Texas, was established by Bullock in November 2006 but unfortunately had to close its doors in 2015.

• During her appearance in the film ‘Murder by Numbers’, Bullock discreetly initiated a romantic involvement with her co-star Ryan Gosling, who happens to be 16 years younger than her. Their relationship lasted for over a year, but they deliberately maintained a high level of privacy.

• During the filming of ‘Murder By Numbers’, Bullock enlisted the support of a Chinese acupuncturist and herbalist to assist the cast and crew in managing stress.

• In 2003, Bullock had the opportunity to meet Jesse James, a tattooed motorcycle tycoon, while she was visiting the set of the vehicle-makeover show ‘Monster Garage’ with her godson.

• In 2005, Bullock established a committed relationship with Jesse James and embraced the role of a stepmother to his three children.

• ‘The Blind Side’, released in 2009, propelled Bullock to stardom and shattered box office records. Her remarkable performance in the film earned her the prestigious Academy Award for Best Actress. Notably, she made history as the first female lead actress to surpass the $200 million mark with a single film. Expressing her gratitude for the abundance of opportunities that followed, Bullock enthusiastically shared with ‘Entertainment Weekly’ magazine, “I have never experienced such a multitude of opportunities in my entire life.”

• In a twist of fate, Sandra Bullock found herself receiving two ‘Razzies’ in 2009 for her role in ‘All About Steve’. This unique achievement makes her the sole actress to have been awarded both “Best” and “Worst” in the same year.

• According to ‘The Numbers’, Sandra Bullock’s films had generated a staggering $3.1 billion globally by 2009. This significant amount includes a domestic gross of $1.7 billion, securing her position among the top 100 stars at the Box Office.

• Bullock was chosen as the “Woman of the Year” by ‘People Magazine’ in 2010.

• During his marriage to Bullock in 2005, Jesse James became embroiled in a public scandal in March 2010, as multiple women came forward alleging to have engaged in extramarital affairs with him.

• James later issued a public apology to Bullock, but according to reports, Bullock had already filed for divorce on April 28, 2010.

• On People’s Most Beautiful 2011 list, Bullock held the 12th position.

• Bullock and George Clooney, the actor, share a strong bond of friendship. Additionally, they collaborated on a film titled “Gravity” back in 2013.

• Joshua Corbett, a 39-year-old intruder, managed to approach her residence in L.A., appearing to be an eccentric fan. However, he refrained from causing any disturbance and was subsequently apprehended by law enforcement.

• Forbes ranked her as the second most powerful actress in 2014.

• In 2015, People Magazine bestowed upon Bullock the title of “Most Beautiful Woman.”

• Bullock has consistently shown strong support for the humanitarian organization, the ‘American Red Cross,’ by generously donating $1 million to the organization on no less than five occasions.