Laura Linney

Award-winning American actress

Laura Linney - Award-winning American actress
Born

February 5th, 1964
61 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An accomplished actress with a career spanning film, television, and theater. Gained widespread recognition for roles in the television series 'Ozark' and 'The Big C'. Received critical acclaim for performances in films such as 'You Can Count on Me' and 'Kinsey'. A two-time Academy Award nominee and recipient of multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards. Active in theater, with significant work on and off-Broadway.

Won an Emmy Award for 'The Big C'

Received Academy Award nominations for 'You Can Count on Me' and 'Kinsey'

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