Janet McTeer

English actress with Olivier and Emmy awards

Janet McTeer - English actress with Olivier and Emmy awards
Born

August 5th, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An accomplished actress recognized for versatile performances in film, television, and theatre. Received critical acclaim for roles in "Tumbleweeds" and "Albert Nobbs," securing Academy Award nominations for both. Gained prominence in theatre, earning Olivier Awards for productions such as "A Doll's House" and "Mary Stuart." Achieved an Emmy Award for the role in the television film "Into the Storm."

Nominated for Academy Awards for 'Tumbleweeds' and 'Albert Nobbs'

Won Olivier Awards for 'A Doll's House' and 'Mary Stuart'

Won an Emmy Award for 'Into the Storm'

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