Halle Maria Berry born Maria Halle Berry; August 14, 1966) is an American actress. She began her career as a model and entered several beauty contests, becoming Miss Ohio in 1986 and finishing as the first runner-up in Miss USA 1986 and placing sixth in Miss World 1986. Her breakthrough film role was in the romantic comedy Boomerang (1992), alongside Eddie Murphy, which led to roles in The Flintstones (1994) and Bulworth (1998). She later produced and starred in the television film Introducing D

Halle Berry’s final answer at Miss USA 1986 remains one of the most memorable moments in US pageant history. Representing Ohio, she impressed the judges earning her the title of first runner-up. Later that year, Halle represented the USA at Miss World 1986, where she made it to the Top 7.Following her success in pageants, Halle transitioned to acting and became the first African-American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Monster’s Ball. #halleberry #MissUSA1986 | Th

Halle Berry made history in 2002 when she became the first African American to win the Best Actress Oscar for her role in MONSTER'S BALL (2001). Host Dave Karger shares why it's his favorite Oscar speech. #31DaysOfOscar | Turner Classic Movies: TCM