Jesse Eisenberg Granted Polish Citizenship Following 'A Real Pain' Success

The actor and filmmaker says reconnecting with his family's Polish roots is an honor inspired by his Oscar-nominated film.

Jesse Eisenberg officially received Polish citizenship during a ceremony in New York led by Polish President Andrzej Duda.
The citizenship follows the success of his film 'A Real Pain,' which earned Kieran Culkin an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.
Eisenberg wrote, directed, and starred in the film, which explores Jewish heritage and generational trauma, inspired by his family's history in Poland.
Filming in Poland deepened Eisenberg's connection to the country, motivating him to apply for citizenship to honor his ancestors and build cultural ties.
Eisenberg expressed hopes that this step would help foster stronger relationships between Jewish and Polish communities.