Mary Stuart Masterson

Actress in 'Some Kind of Wonderful'

Mary Stuart Masterson - Actress in 'Some Kind of Wonderful'
Born

June 28th, 1966
59 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actress gained recognition for roles in films during the 1980s and 1990s. Starred in 'Some Kind of Wonderful', 'Fried Green Tomatoes', and 'Benny & Joon'. Established a career that expanded into directing and producing, including her directorial debut with the film 'The Cake Eaters'. Involved in various artistic ventures beyond acting, contributing to both independent cinema and mainstream projects.

Starred in 'Some Kind of Wonderful'

Appeared in 'Fried Green Tomatoes'

Played a lead role in 'Benny & Joon'

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