Joanna Gleason

Joanna Gleason

Born:June 2, 1950

Place of Birth:Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Known For:Acting

Biography

Joanna Gleason Sarandon, born Joanne Hall on June 2, 1950, is a versatile Canadian-American actress and singer who has left an indelible mark on both the stage and screen. With a career spanning decades, she has showcased her immense talent in a variety of mediums, earning accolades and admiration along the way.

One of Gleason's most iconic roles was originating the character of the Baker's Wife in Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical "Into the Woods." Her portrayal was lauded by critics and audiences alike, leading to her well-deserved Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. This performance solidified her reputation as a powerhouse in the world of musical theatre.

In addition to her stage success, Gleason has graced the silver screen with memorable performances in a range of films. From her roles in Mike Nichols' "Heartburn" and Woody Allen's "Hannah and Her Sisters" and "Crimes and Misdemeanors" to her compelling portrayal in Paul Thomas Anderson's "Boogie Nights," she has demonstrated her versatility and depth as an actress.

Gleason's talent extends beyond the stage and screen, as she has also made a significant impact in the realm of television. Her appearances in popular shows such as "Friends," "The West Wing," "The Good Wife," and "The Affair" have showcased her ability to inhabit a diverse array of characters with nuance and skill.

Throughout her career, Gleason has captivated audiences with her magnetic presence, impeccable timing, and emotional depth. Her performances are marked by a rare blend of vulnerability and strength, drawing viewers in and leaving a lasting impression.

Beyond her acting prowess, Gleason is also a gifted singer, adding another layer of artistry to her already impressive repertoire. Her musical talents have been showcased in various projects, further highlighting her versatility and range as a performer.

With a career filled with critical acclaim and beloved performances, Joanna Gleason Sarandon has solidified her status as a respected and admired figure in the entertainment industry. Her dedication to her craft, coupled with her undeniable talent, has earned her a well-deserved place among the pantheon of greats in both theatre and film.

As she continues to captivate audiences with her performances, Gleason's legacy as a multifaceted and immensely talented artist only continues to grow. Her contributions to the world of entertainment have left an indelible mark, and her work will undoubtedly be celebrated for years to come.

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Filmography

Acting

Sex and the City

Sex and the City

Therapist

2008

A New York writer on sex and love is finally getting married to her Mr. Big. But her three best girlfriends must console her after one of them inadvertently leads Mr. Big to jilt her.
Boogie Nights

Boogie Nights

Dirk's Mother

1997

Set in 1977, back when sex was safe, pleasure was a business and business was booming, idealistic porn producer Jack Horner aspires to elevate his craft to an art form. Horner discovers Eddie Adams, a hot young talent working as a busboy in a nightclub, and welcomes him into the extended family of movie-makers, misfits and hangers-on that are always around. Adams' rise from nobody to a celebrity adult entertainer is meteoric, and soon the whole world seems to know his porn alter ego, "Dirk Diggler". Now, when disco and drugs are in vogue, fashion is in flux and the party never seems to stop, Adams' dreams of turning sex into stardom are about to collide with cold, hard reality.
Last Vegas

Last Vegas

Miriam Harris

2013

Aging pals Billy, Paddy, Archie, and Sam have been best friends since childhood. When Billy finally proposes to his much-younger girlfriend, all four friends go to Las Vegas to celebrate the end of Billy's longtime bachelorhood and relive their glory days. However, the four quickly realize that the intervening decades have changed Sin City and tested their friendship in ways they had not imagined.
The Wedding Planner

The Wedding Planner

Mrs. Donolly

2001

San Francisco's premiere wedding planner, Mary Fiore is rescued from an accident by the man of her dreams, pediatrician Steve Edison, only to find he is the fiancé of her latest client. As Mary continues making their wedding arrangements, she and Steve are put into a string of uncomfortable situations that force them to face their mutual attraction.
The Rebound

The Rebound

Roberta Finklestein

2009

Upon discovering her husband's infidelity, Sandy leaves the suburbs and moves into the city. There, she befriends Aram, a guy whose wife only married him so she could get a green card. Sandy hires Aram to be her nanny, and it isn't long until Aram and Sandy find out they get along wonderfully and start to date. But is their relationship real or is it, in fact, just a rebound for both of them?
The Women

The Women

Barbara

2008

The story centers on a group of gossipy, high-society women who spend their days at the beauty salon and haunting fashion shows. The sweet, happily-wedded Mary Haines finds her marriage in trouble when shop girl Crystal Allen gets her hooks into Mary's man.
Wedding Daze

Wedding Daze

Lois

2006

After losing the woman of his dreams, Anderson is convinced he'll never fall in love again. But at the urging of his best friend, he spontaneously proposes to a dissatisfied waitress named Katie and an innocent dare evolves into the kind of love that both have been looking for all along.
Mr. Holland's Opus

Mr. Holland's Opus

Gertrude Lang as an adult

1995

In 1965, passionate musician Glenn Holland takes a day job as a high school music teacher, convinced it's just a small obstacle on the road to his true calling: writing a historic opus. As the decades roll by with the composition unwritten but generations of students inspired through his teaching, Holland must redefine his life's purpose.
Hannah and Her Sisters

Hannah and Her Sisters

Carol

1986

Between two Thanksgivings, Hannah's husband falls in love with her sister Lee, while her hypochondriac ex-husband rekindles his relationship with her sister Holly.
Crimes and Misdemeanors

Crimes and Misdemeanors

Wendy Stern

1989

A renowned ophthalmologist is desperate to cut off an adulterous relationship…which ends up in murder; and a frustrated documentary filmmaker woos an attractive television producer while making a film about her insufferably self-centered boss.
The Skeleton Twins

The Skeleton Twins

Judy

2014

Estranged twins Maggie and Milo coincidentally cheat death on the same day, prompting them to reunite and confront the reasons their lives went so wrong. As the twins' reunion reinvigorates them, they realize the key to fixing their lives may just lie in repairing their relationship.
The Girl in the Park

The Girl in the Park

Sarah Graczyk

2007

A mother, enduringly traumatized by the disappearance of her three-year old daughter 15 years ago, has cut herself off from her ex-husband and son. However, when a troubled young woman with a checkered past enters her life, old psychic wounds painfully resurface, as does the illogical and increasingly irrational hope that the young woman may be the daughter she lost so long ago.

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