Lynn Carlin

American actress with Academy Award nomination

Lynn Carlin - American actress with Academy Award nomination
Born

January 31st, 1938
87 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actress gained recognition for work in film and television. Received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for the role in "Faces" (1968). Appeared in significant television shows such as "The Twilight Zone" and "The Streets of San Francisco." Worked with various prominent directors during the career spanning several decades, contributing to both independent and mainstream projects.

Academy Award nomination for "Faces"

Roles in "The Twilight Zone" and "The Streets of San Francisco"

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