Juliette Lewis

Actress and singer-songwriter

Juliette Lewis - Actress and singer-songwriter
Born

June 21st, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress and singer-songwriter with a prominent career in film and music. Rose to prominence in the early 1990s through roles in films such as "Cape Fear" and "Natural Born Killers." Also starred in the TV series "The Most Hated Woman in America." As a musician, released albums with her band, Juliette and the Licks, and gained recognition for live performances. Received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for the role in "Cape Fear."

Starred in "Cape Fear"

Starred in "Natural Born Killers"

Performed in "The Most Hated Woman in America"

Released music with Juliette and the Licks

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