It is useful to follow the format below so that you ensure your writing is well-structured and you have included all the relevant points.
Title:
Please always make sure you include a simple title as part of your work. It looks professional and helps your teacher/examiner to know what they are marking!
Introduction:
Introduce the subject - who they are and what they do
Key Dates - Birth, death (as appropriate)
Explain what they are famous for
Paragraph Two:
Key facts about their early life
Personal life
How they have achieved success
Paragraph Three:
Mention any notable achievements, awards or titles they have won
What they are currently doing
This is your opportunity to reveal why you have chosen to write their biography
Conclusion:
Future plans and forthcoming projects
Final summary about them as a person
Here is an example Biography (remember to choose someone you actually admire and respect - it makes it much more enjoyable to write about them!!):
Leonardo DiCaprio - A Biography
Award winning actor and producer, Leonardo DiCaprio is famous for his roles in blockbuster films such as The Wolf of Wall Street and Titanic. Born on 11th November 1974, DiCaprio, aged 40, is still arguably one of the most handsome heartthrobs in Hollywood!
Early acting debuts include the character of Arnie in What's Eating Gilbert Grape, where he starred alongside Johnny Depp, and Jim Carroll in Basketball Diaries. Yet, the film which elevated him to global superstardom is the one and only Titanic. Playing the part of Jack, this young actor won the hearts of people all over the world. He was born in Hollywood, California, and has German and Russian heritage. Apparently, he can speak fluent German - we await his German film debut with baited breath.
Despite being nominated for 5 Oscars, he is yet to actually win one! However, this hasn't hindered his success with the ladies and DiCaprio continues to be one of the most sought after bachelors of Hollywood. Relationships with other famous A-listers, such as Gisele Bundchen and Blake Lively, has kept him in the spotlight.
DiCaprio is not only an amazing actor, he's also an influential eco-warrior and all-round good guy. The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation was set up to raise awareness and funding for environmental issues such as Global Warming and wildlife conservation. He is currently filming The Revenant and forthcoming projects include more producing credits as well as being named a UN Messenger of Peace. Whatever he's doing, it's sure to be successful and the eyes of the world will forever be upon him.
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