Kate Capshaw

American actress, producer, and director

Kate Capshaw - American actress, producer, and director
Born

November 3rd, 1953
71 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Initially worked as a model before transitioning to acting. Gained prominence with the role of Willie Scott in the film 'Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom'. Appeared in various films throughout the 1980s and 1990s including 'Dreamscape' and 'Twilight Zone: The Movie'. Also contributed to television projects, working as a producer and director in later years. Married director Steven Spielberg.

Played Willie Scott in 'Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom'

Produced and directed several television projects

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