Rachel Weisz is a British actress who was birth on March 7, 1970 in London, England. She is particularly well-known for her portrayal of intelligent and morally upstanding characters, such as the activist Tessa Quayle in the political thriller The Constant Gardener (2005), for which she was awarded the Academy Award for best supporting actress. In addition, she was successful in the production of big-budget thrillers and offbeat comedies.