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Cloris Leachman

(1926–2021) Actor United States

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Cloris Leachman was an actor from the United States, best known for Cloris.

Quick Facts About Cloris Leachman

Born
April 30, 1926
Died
January 27, 2021
Nationality
United States
Profession
Actor
Notable works
Cloris
Known for
The Mary Tyler Moore Show
Spouse
George Englund

About Cloris Leachman

Cloris Leachman was an American actress and comedian whose career spanned nine decades. She received many accolades including 22 Primetime Emmy nominations of which she won eight; with Julia Louis-Dreyfus, she is tied for the distinction of most acting Emmy Awards ever awarded to a performer. Leachman also won an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award. She was known for her versatility and distinctive physicality, where she used props to accentuate and express her roles' characterizations.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series Theatre World Award Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Performer in Children's Programming
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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Golden Plate Award

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