Ellen Barkin
American actress known for 'Sea of Love'
Born
April 16th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actress gained prominence in the 1980s. Barkin starred in the film 'Sea of Love' alongside Al Pacino, which earned critical acclaim. Additional works include 'The Big Easy' and 'This Boy's Life'. Barkin also played significant roles in television, including a notable performance in the series 'Getting Grown'. Over her career, she received several awards, including a Tony Award for her performance in 'Butterflies Are Free'.
Starred in 'Sea of Love'
Won a Tony Award for 'Butterflies Are Free'
Acted in 'The Big Easy'
Performed in 'This Boy's Life'
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