Born on November 6, 1946, she is an acclaimed American actress with a career spanning over five decades. She gained recognition in the 1960s with TV roles in "Gidget" and "The Flying Nun." Her transition to film brought critical success, winning two Academy Awards for Best Actress in "Norma Rae" (1979) and "Places in the Heart" (1984). Known for her versatility, she has also received accolades for roles in "Steel Magnolias," "Forrest Gump," and "Lincoln," and is celebrated for her enduring contributions to cinema and television.
LINCOLN
Lincoln is a biographical drama film that follows President Abraham Lincoln as he navigates the challenges of the Civil War while also trying to pass...
FORREST GUMP
Forrest Gump is a heartfelt tale that follows the life of its titular character, a man with a low IQ but a kind heart, as he unwittingly influences...
THE LITTLE MERMAID: ARIEL'S BEGINNING
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is a 2008 animated film that serves as a prequel to the original The Little Mermaid. The story explores the...
ABSENCE OF MALICE
Absence of Malice is a 1981 drama film directed by Sydney Pollack. The story follows a man who becomes the target of a prosecutor's investigation into...
MRS. DOUBTFIRE
Mrs. Doubtfire is a heartwarming comedy-drama that follows the story of Daniel Hillard, a recently divorced actor who disguises himself as a female...
STEEL MAGNOLIAS
Steel Magnolias is a heartwarming drama about a close-knit group of women in a small Louisiana town who support each other through life's joys and...
THE GLASS MENAGERIE
The 2018 production of 'The Glass Menagerie' is a poignant reinterpretation of Tennessee Williams' classic play, focusing on the fragile dynamics of...
NORMA RAE
Norma Rae is a 1979 drama film based on the true story of a textile worker who becomes a union organizer in a southern mill town. The film explores...
LEGALLY BLONDE 2: RED, WHITE & BLONDE
In this sequel, Elle Woods heads to Washington, D.C. to join a congresswoman's staff in order to pass a bill to ban animal testing. Along the way, she...