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Piper Laurie
Piper Laurie, born as Rosetta Jacobs on January 22, 1932, was an acclaimed American actress renowned for her roles in various films and television productions. Laurie's most significant works include 'The Hustler' (1961), 'Carrie' (1976), 'Children of a Lesser God' (1986), and the famous miniseries 'The Thorn Birds' (1983). Her role as Catherine Martell in the cult classic series 'Twin Peaks' also gained noteworthy attention. Along with her immense popularity came a bevy of accolades; Laurie received a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award nomination, along with three Academy Award nominations.
Born in Detroit, Michigan, Laurie began her acting career in the late 1940s, signing a contract with Universal Studios and adopting the screen name Piper Laurie. Despite her initial success featuring in films like 'Louisa' (1950), she was discouraged by the lack of substantial film roles and moved to New York City to study acting and seek work on stage and television. A key turning point in Laurie's career came with her role in 'The Hustler', which earned her an Academy Award nomination. After a temporary retreat from film, she resurrected her career with her performance in 'Carrie', receiving another Oscar nomination. Over a career spanning different decades, Laurie transitioned fluidly from film to television, impressing viewers with her performances in shows like 'Twin Peaks', 'Frasier', 'Matlock', 'State of Grace', 'Will & Grace', and 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit'. Laurie continued working prolifically in films and television until her death at age 91 on October 14, 2023.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: Rosetta Jacobs
Born: Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Citizenship: American
Birthday: January 22, 1932
Occupations: Actress
Years Active: 1949-1965, 1976-2023
Children: 1
Spouses: Joe Morgenstern
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Awards and Nominations Received by Piper Laurie
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Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actress)
CarrieMovies Featuring Piper Laurie
Carrie
The Hustler
Ain't Misbehavin'
White Boy Rick
Snapshots
Children of a Lesser God
Hounddog
Trauma
Dream a Little Dream
Another Harvest Moon
Tony Curtis: Driven to Stardom
Twin Peaks: The Return
Dario Argento: An Eye for Horror
Acting ‘Carrie’
The Last Brickmaker in America
The Hustler: The Inside Story
Possessed
Midwives
Secrets from Another Place: Creating Twin Peaks
Other People’s Money
The Bunker
The Thorn Birds
Tender Is the Night
Macbeth
Toughlove
Distortions
Appointment with Death
Twin Peaks
Mae West
Promise
Tiger Warsaw
Go Toward the Light
Mae West
Tiger Warsaw
Go Toward the Light
Fighting for My Daughter
Tim
Rainbow
The Grass Harp
Has Anybody Seen My Gal?
Storyville
No Room for the Groom
Wrestling Ernest Hemingway
Johnny Dark
The Mississippi Gambler
Shadows of Desire
Promise
Francis Goes to the Races
Ruby
Palmer’s Pick-Up
Son of Ali Baba
The Golden Blade
The Milkman
Dangerous Mission
In the Blink of an Eye
Smoke Signal
Until They Sail
Alone
A Christmas Memory
Saving Grace B. Jones
Rich in Love
Inherit the Wind
Days of Wine and Roses
Gregory Peck, le gentleman acteur
Dawn at Socorro
Intensity
The Prince Who Was a Thief
Career Timeline
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2001
Dario Argento: An Eye for Horror
Self
Acting ‘Carrie’
Self
The Last Brickmaker in America
Ruth Anne
Midwives
Cheryl Visco
1988
Appointment with Death
Emily Boynton
Tiger Warsaw
Frances Warsaw
Go Toward the Light
Margo
Tiger Warsaw
Frances Warsaw
Go Toward the Light
Margo
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