Biography: Charlize Theron: born August 7, 1975, height: 5 ft 9 1/2 (177 cm), Zodiac Sign: Leo. Charlize is a South African actress.

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Charlize made history by becoming the first South African to win an Oscar in 2004. Her portrayal as serial killer Aileen Wuornos in the film Monster which won her an Academy Award for Best Actress.