Shirley MacLaine
Shirley MacLaine (born Shirley MacLean Beaty; April 24, 1934) is an American actress, singer, author, activist, and former dancer. Known for her portrayals of quirky, headstrong, and eccentric women, MacLaine has received numerous accolades throughout her career spanning seven decades, including an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, two British Academy Film Awards, and six Golden Globe Awards.
Born in Richmond, Virginia, MacLaine made her acting debut as a teenager with minor roles in the B
MacLaine has been the recipient of many honorary awards. She was awarded the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2012, Gala Tribute from the Film Society of Lincoln Center in 1995, and Kennedy Center Honor in 2013 for her contribution to American culture, through performing arts. In 1998, she was awarded the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award. Apart from acting, MacLaine has written numerous books regarding the subjects of metaphysics, spirituality, and reincarnation, as well as a best-selling memoir, Out on a Limb (1983).
Born
Apr 24, 1934
Richmond, Virginia, USA
Known For
Acting
Movies
131 acting
11 crew
Popularity
2.8
Known For
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
2013
as Edna Mitty
Noelle
2019
as Elf Polly
The Apartment
1960
as Fran Kubelik
Steel Magnolias
1989
as Ouiser Boudreaux
Ocean's Eleven
1960
as Tipsy Girl (uncredited)
Valentine's Day
2010
as Estelle
Around the World in 80 Days
1956
as Princess Aouda
Bewitched
2005
as Iris Smythson / Endora
Terms of Endearment
1983
as Aurora Greenway
Rumor Has It...
2005
as Katharine Richelieu
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