Shirley MacLaine

Shirley MacLaine

Born:April 24, 1934

Place of Birth:Richmond, Virginia, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Shirley MacLaine, born Shirley MacLean Beaty on April 24, 1934, is a multifaceted American artist known for her diverse talents in acting, singing, writing, and activism. With a career that has spanned over seven decades, MacLaine has captivated audiences with her portrayals of quirky, headstrong, and eccentric women on both stage and screen. Her impressive list of accolades includes an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, two British Academy Film Awards, and six Golden Globe Awards, solidifying her status as a legendary figure in the entertainment industry.

Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, MacLaine embarked on her acting journey as a teenager, making her mark with minor roles in Broadway musicals like Oklahoma! and The Pajama Game. It was her film debut in Alfred Hitchcock's The Trouble with Harry in 1955 that truly launched her into the spotlight, earning her the prestigious Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year – Actress. From there, she went on to star in a string of successful films, including The Apartment, Irma la Douce, and Terms of Endearment, for which she clinched the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1983.

Beyond her on-screen accomplishments, MacLaine has also been recognized for her contributions to the arts and culture. In 2012, she was honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award, and in 2013, she received the esteemed Kennedy Center Honor for her significant impact on American performing arts. Notably, she was presented with the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award in 1998, further highlighting her enduring legacy in the entertainment world.

In addition to her acting prowess, MacLaine is a prolific author, delving into topics such as metaphysics, spirituality, and reincarnation. Her best-selling memoir, Out on a Limb, offers readers a glimpse into her personal and philosophical reflections, showcasing her depth and intellectual curiosity beyond the realm of entertainment. This multifaceted approach to life and artistry has cemented MacLaine's reputation as a truly exceptional and thought-provoking figure in the industry.

With a filmography that boasts a wide range of genres and characters, MacLaine has proven her versatility time and time again, effortlessly transitioning from comedic roles to poignant dramas with equal finesse. Her performances in films like Steel Magnolias, Postcards from the Edge, and The Little Mermaid have further solidified her status as a beloved and respected actress whose talent knows no bounds.

Shirley MacLaine's enduring impact on Hollywood and beyond is a testament to her unwavering dedication to her craft and her fearless exploration of complex characters and themes. As an actress, singer, author, and activist, she continues to inspire audiences worldwide with her unique blend of talent, wisdom, and passion for storytelling. Shirley MacLaine's legacy as a trailblazing artist and cultural icon is sure to endure for generations to come, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

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Filmography

Acting

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

Edna Mitty

2013

A timid magazine photo manager who lives life vicariously through daydreams embarks on a true-life adventure when a negative goes missing.
Ocean's Eleven

Ocean's Eleven

Tipsy Girl (uncredited)

1960

Danny Ocean and his gang attempt to rob the five biggest casinos in Las Vegas in one night.
The Apartment

The Apartment

Fran Kubelik

1960

Bud Baxter is a minor clerk in a huge New York insurance company, until he discovers a quick way to climb the corporate ladder. He lends out his apartment to the executives as a place to take their mistresses. Although he often has to deal with the aftermath of their visits, one night he's left with a major problem to solve.
Steel Magnolias

Steel Magnolias

Ouiser Boudreaux

1989

A young beautician, newly arrived in a small Louisiana town, finds work at the local salon, where a small group of women share a close bond of friendship and welcome her into the fold.
Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day

Estelle Paddington

2010

Intertwining couples and singles in Los Angeles break-up and make-up based on the pressures and expectations of Valentine's Day.
The Little Mermaid

The Little Mermaid

Eloise

2018

A young reporter and his niece discover a beautiful and enchanting creature they believe to be the real little mermaid.
Rumor Has It...

Rumor Has It...

Katharine Richelieu

2005

Sarah Huttinger's return home with her fiance convinces her that the sedate, proper, country-club lifestyle of her family isn't for her – and that maybe the Huttinger family isn't even hers – as she uncovers secrets that suggest the Huttingers are neither sedate nor proper.
Terms of Endearment

Terms of Endearment

Aurora Greenway

1983

Aurora, a finicky woman, is in search of true love while her daughter faces marital issues. Together, they help each other deal with problems and find reasons to live a joyful life.
Being There

Being There

Eve Rand

1979

A simple-minded gardener named Chance has spent all his life in the Washington D.C. house of an old man. When the man dies, Chance is put out on the street with no knowledge of the world except what he has learned from television.
The Children's Hour

The Children's Hour

Martha Dobie

1961

An unruly student at a private all-girls boarding school scandalously accuses the two women who run it of having a romantic relationship.
Two Mules for Sister Sara

Two Mules for Sister Sara

Sara

1970

When a wandering mercenary named Hogan rescues a nun called Sister Sara from the unwanted attentions of a band of rogues on the Mexican plains, he has no idea what he has let himself in for. Their chance encounter results in the blowing up of a train and a French garrison, as well as igniting a spark between them that survives a shocking discovery.
Around the World in Eighty Days

Around the World in Eighty Days

Princess Aouda

1956

Based on the famous book by Jules Verne the movie follows Phileas Fogg on his journey around the world. Which has to be completed within 80 days, a very short period for those days.
American Dreamer

American Dreamer

Astrid Fanelli

2022

In this winsome comedy, an entitled Economics professor pursues a tactic to buy an ailing widow’s mansion for nothing, but he quickly realizes that his seemingly foolproof strategy won’t be as easy as he thought.
Cannonball Run II

Cannonball Run II

Veronica

1984

When a wealthy sheikh puts up $1 million in prize money for a cross-country car race, there is one person crazy enough to hit the road hard with wheels spinning fast. Legendary driver J.J. McClure enters the competition along with his friend Victor and together they set off across the American landscape in a madcap action-adventure destined to test their wits and automobile skills.
Irma la Douce

Irma la Douce

Irma La Douce

1963

When a naive policeman falls in love with a prostitute, he doesn’t want her seeing other men and creates an alter ego who’s to be her only customer.
The Trouble with Harry

The Trouble with Harry

Jennifer Rogers

1955

When a local man's corpse appears on a nearby hillside, no one is quite sure what happened to him. Many of the town's residents secretly wonder if they are responsible, including the man's ex-wife, Jennifer, and Capt. Albert Wiles, a retired seaman who was hunting in the woods where the body was found. As the no-nonsense sheriff gets involved and local artist Sam Marlowe offers his help, the community slowly unravels the mystery.
Noelle

Noelle

Elf Polly

2019

Kris Kringle's daughter, Noelle, sets off on a mission to find and bring back her brother, after he gets cold feet when it's his turn to take over as Santa.
Some Came Running

Some Came Running

Ginnie Moorehead

1958

A former novelist returns to his small Midwest town after serving in the Army during WWII, to the chagrin of his social-climbing brother, and becomes close with an easy-going professional gambler and torn between two very different women.

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