Glenn Close
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Gender: Female
Place of Birth: Greenwich, Connecticut, USA
Biography:
Glenda Veronica Close, the American actress known for her remarkable career spanning over five decades on screen and stage, has earned a place among the most respected and acclaimed talents in the entertainment world. Born in New York City, Close has made a name for herself through an impressive array of roles that have showcased her versatility and talent.
Over the years, she has collected numerous accolades including three Primetime Emmy Awards, three Tony Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards. In addition to these prestigious honors, Close was named by Time as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2019.
Close's career has been marked by a diverse array of roles that have pushed her acting skills to their limits. She received eight Academy Award nominations for performances in films such as The World According to Garp, The Big Chill, The Natural, Fatal Attraction, Dangerous Liaisons, Albert Nobbs, The Wife, and Hillbilly Elegy.
Close has also appeared in a variety of other memorable films like Reversal of Fortune, The Paper, Mars Attacks!, Air Force One, and Guardians of the Galaxy. Her voice acting work includes portraying Kala in Tarzan and Cruella de Vil in 101 Dalmatians and its sequel.
In television, Close's impressive resume includes her first Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her role in Something About Amelia and three wins - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for her portrayal of Margarethe Cammermeyer in Serving in Silence (1995), and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series twice consecutively for playing Patty Hewes in Damages (2007-2012).
On stage, Close made her Broadway debut in Love for Love (1974) and went on to win three Tony Awards. She was recognized with two Best Actress in a Play awards for her performances in The Real Thing (1983) and Death and the Maiden (1992), and one Best Actress in a Musical award for Sunset Boulevard (1995). Close was also Tony-nominated for Barnum (1980). She returned to Broadway in 2014 with a revival of A Delicate Balance, followed by a return to London's West End in a 2016 revival of Sunset Boulevard, earning her a Laurence Olivier Award nomination.
In addition to her illustrious acting career, Close is the president of Trillium Productions and co-founder of the website FetchDog. She has also been politically active, donating to Democratic politicians and advocating for issues such as women's rights, same-sex marriage, and mental health awareness.
Close has been married three times and has one daughter, Annie Starke, from her relationship with producer John Starke. As an enduring symbol of talent and versatility in the world of acting, Glenda Close continues to captivate audiences with her remarkable performances.
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