Kate Winslet is once again commanding attention—not just for her acclaimed performances, but for her growing influence across film, activism, and public service.

Her 2024 biopic Lee, in which she plays war correspondent Lee Miller, became Sky UK’s most successful original film and earned her a Golden Globe nomination. She also received another nod for her gripping turn as a ruthless dictator in HBO’s The Regime. Both roles showcased her fierce emotional depth and range.

In a June 60 Minutes interview, Winslet opened up about the uphill battle of making Lee, especially the difficulty of getting backing for a film led by a real-life woman. She also criticized how women are praised as “brave” for appearing natural or aging on screen—something rarely said about men.

This summer, she joined The King’s Foundation as an ambassador, standing alongside figures like David Beckham to support environmental and youth-focused causes. “I’ve got your back,” she told the next generation during a speech at St. James’s Palace.

Winslet’s slate of projects is as bold as ever. She returns to Pandora in Avatar: Fire and Ash (December 2025), makes her directorial debut with Goodbye June for Netflix (starring Helen Mirren and written by her son, Joe), and lends her voice to DreamScapes, a poetic nature documentary. She’s also producing and starring in Fake! (about the OneCoin crypto scandal) and Trust, an HBO adaptation of Hernán Díaz’s novel. Recently, she stepped away from Hulu’s The Spot over creative differences.

At the 2025 Golden Globes, Winslet turned heads in a striking white Erdem tuxedo worn without a blouse—confident, edgy, and sophisticated. It was more than a fashion moment—it was a reflection of her fearless spirit.

In every role—onscreen or off—Kate Winslet continues to defy expectations. She’s not just acting; she’s shaping the industry, advocating for the planet, and leading with authenticity. Her story isn’t winding down—it’s charging ahead with even more impact.