180 YEARS OF

Longines’s ambassadors come from many dierent countries and possess
a number of very dierent talents. But one thing unites these performers
and athletes: Each has a distinct and unmistakable style. eir variety and
versatility are the best representatives of the many FACETS OF ELEGANCE.
BY JULIA KNAUT
KATE
WINSLET
Kate Winslet is known as one of the most versatile actors
today. Her extraordinary range allows her to embody
very dierent characters, whether in front of the camera
or on stage. At the age of 11 this talented British actor
had already begun appearing in a number of television
programs and in 1994, she made her movie debut in
“Heavenly Creatures.” ree years later, she starred in
the blockbuster movie “Titanic.” Despite her enormous
success, she continues to accept roles in smaller lm
projects. She counts several prestigious movie awards
among her achievements. She is the youngest actress
ever to have received six Oscar nominations. In 2009,
she won the Best Actress Oscar for her performance in
“e Reader.” She earned her third Golden Globe award
in 2012 for her performance in the TV mini-series
“Mildred Pierce.” e same year she received a César
d’honneur congratulating her on her entire career. In
2012, she has as well been honored by Queen Elizabeth
II and named “Commander of the Order of the British
Empire.” In addition to being such a talented actress,
Kate Winslet is the mother of two. She also spends her
time and energy on the foundation she has set up: the
Golden Hat Foundation. Its aim is to eliminate barriers
for people with autism around the world and to help
them by giving them a suitable education.
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