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Linda Hunt

(1945) Actor United States

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Linda Hunt is an actor from the United States, best known for William Cullen Bryant's Cedarmere Estate.

Quick Facts About Linda Hunt

Born
April 2, 1945
Nationality
United States
Profession
Actor
Notable works
William Cullen Bryant's Cedarmere Estate

About Linda Hunt

Linda Hunt is an American actress. She made her film debut playing Mrs. Oxheart in Popeye (1980). Her portrayal of the male character Billy Kwan in The Year of Living Dangerously (1982) won her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, making her the first person to win an Oscar for portraying a character of the opposite sex. Hunt has also appeared in films such as Dune (1984), Silverado (1985), Eleni (1985), Kindergarten Cop (1990), Pocahontas (1995), Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World (1998), and Stranger Than Fiction (2006).

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress

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