Felicity Huffman

Felicity Huffman

Born:December 9, 1962

Place of Birth:Bedford, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Felicity Huffman, born Felicity Kendall Huffman on December 9, 1962, is a versatile American actress known for her exceptional performances across film, stage, and television. While she has graced the screens with various roles, she has left an indelible mark with her portrayal of complex and compelling characters.

One of Huffman's notable roles was as executive producer Dana Whitaker on the ABC television series Sports Night from 1998 to 2000. Her portrayal in the show garnered her a Golden Globe Award nomination, showcasing her talent and versatility as an actress who could effortlessly embody multifaceted characters.

However, it was Huffman's portrayal of the hectic supermom Lynette Scavo on the long-running ABC series Desperate Housewives that truly catapulted her into the spotlight. Her portrayal of Lynette earned her an Emmy Award, solidifying her as a powerhouse in the world of television acting.

In 2005, Huffman delivered a critically acclaimed performance as a trans woman in the independent film Transamerica, a role that earned her both a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination. This role highlighted her dedication to her craft and her ability to tackle challenging and transformative characters with grace and authenticity.

Beyond her television success, Huffman has also made her mark in the world of cinema with roles in films such as Reversal of Fortune, The Spanish Prisoner, Magnolia, Path to War, Georgia Rule, and Phoebe in Wonderland. Her filmography showcases her range as an actress and her willingness to take on diverse and thought-provoking roles.

Throughout her career, Huffman has demonstrated a commitment to her craft, immersing herself in each character she portrays with depth and nuance. Her ability to bring characters to life on screen with authenticity and emotion has solidified her reputation as a respected and talented actress in the industry.

Off-screen, Huffman's dedication to her roles is matched by her passion for advocacy and philanthropy. She has used her platform to raise awareness on important social issues and support various charitable causes, showcasing her commitment to making a positive impact both in her work and in the world around her.

With her impressive body of work and accolades, Felicity Huffman continues to captivate audiences with her performances and leave a lasting impression with her talent and versatility. As she continues to take on new and challenging roles, audiences can look forward to witnessing her continued evolution as an actress and storyteller in the entertainment industry.

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Filmography

Acting

Hackers

Hackers

Attorney

1995

Along with his new friends, a teenager who was arrested by the US Secret Service and banned from using a computer for writing a computer virus discovers a plot by a nefarious hacker, but they must use their computer skills to find the evidence while being pursued by the Secret Service and the evil computer genius behind the virus.
Magnolia

Magnolia

Cynthia

1999

On one random day in the San Fernando Valley, a dying father, a young wife, a male caretaker, a famous lost son, a police officer in love, a boy genius, an ex-boy genius, a game show host and an estranged daughter will each become part of a dazzling multiplicity of plots, but one story.
Raising Helen

Raising Helen

Lindsay Davis

2004

Helen Harris has a glamorous, big-city life working for one of New York's hottest modeling agencies. But suddenly her free-spirited life gets turned upside down when she must chose between the life she's always loved, and the new loves of her life!
Cake

Cake

Annette

2014

After having visions of a member of her support group who killed herself, a woman who also suffers with chronic pain seeks out the widower of the suicide.
Big Game

Big Game

CIA Director

2015

Air Force One is shot down by terrorists, leaving the President of the United States stranded in the wilderness of Finland. 13-year-old Oskari is on a hunting mission to prove his maturity to his kinsfolk by tracking down a deer, but instead discovers the President in an escape pod. With the terrorists closing in to capture their prize, the unlikely duo team up to escape their hunters.
Georgia Rule

Georgia Rule

Lilly

2007

Rebellious, uncontrollable teenager, Rachel is hauled off by her dysfunctional mother to spend the summer with her estranged grandmother, Georgia. Her journey will lead all three women to revelations of buried family secrets and an understanding that - regardless what happens - the ties that bind can never be broken.
Christmas with the Kranks

Christmas with the Kranks

Merry

2004

When their only daughter Blair leaves the family nest, Luther and Nora Krank decide to book an island cruise to beat the yuletide blues and just skip the holidays. But their decision to boycott tradition has the whole neighborhood in an uproar, and when Blair calls on Christmas Eve to announce a surprise visit with her new fiancée, the Kranks have just twelve hours to perform a miracle and pull themselves and their neighbors together to throw the best celebration ever!
Reversal of Fortune

Reversal of Fortune

Minnie

1990

Wealthy Sunny von Bülow lies brain-dead, husband Claus guilty of attempted murder; but he says he's innocent and hires Alan Dershowitz for his appeal.
Rudderless

Rudderless

Emily

2014

A grieving father in a downward spiral stumbles across a box of his recently deceased son's demo tapes and lyrics. Shocked by the discovery of this unknown talent, he forms a band in the hope of finding some catharsis.

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