Madeline Kahn

Born:29. september 1942

Place of Birth:Chelsea, Massachusetts, USA

Died:3. desember 1999

Known For:Acting

Biography

Madeline Gail Kahn, born Madeline Wolfson, was a multi-talented American actress, comedian, and singer whose legacy in the world of comedy and entertainment remains timeless. With a career spanning several decades, Kahn cemented her status as a comedic genius through her collaborations with renowned directors such as Peter Bogdanovich and Mel Brooks. Her impeccable timing and unmatched wit shone through in iconic films like "What's Up, Doc?" and "Blazing Saddles," where she brought laughter to audiences worldwide.

Beyond the silver screen, Kahn's presence on Broadway further showcased her versatility as a performer. From her Tony Award-nominated roles in plays like "In the Boom Boom Room" to her acclaimed performance in the musical "On the Twentieth Century," she captivated theatergoers with her charisma and talent. Her ability to seamlessly transition between stage and screen solidified her reputation as a true star of the entertainment industry.

In addition to her theatrical accomplishments, Kahn's television work also left a lasting impact. Portraying the titular character in the sitcom "Oh Madeline," she charmed viewers with her comedic prowess and infectious energy. Her versatility as an actress was further demonstrated when she won a Daytime Emmy Award for her role in an ABC Afterschool Special, showcasing her ability to excel in a variety of genres and formats.

Throughout her career, Kahn's filmography boasted a diverse range of roles, from the witty and sharp-tongued to the endearingly quirky. Whether she was starring in a classic comedy like "Clue" or delivering a standout performance in a dramatic film like "Nixon," Kahn's talent knew no bounds. Her ability to inhabit characters with depth and humor endeared her to audiences and critics alike, solidifying her status as a beloved figure in Hollywood.

Despite her untimely passing in 1999, Madeline Kahn's legacy continues to resonate with fans and fellow performers alike. Her contributions to the world of comedy and entertainment have left an indelible mark, inspiring future generations of actors and comedians to follow in her footsteps. With her unique blend of humor, charm, and talent, Kahn will always be remembered as a true icon of stage and screen, whose work continues to bring joy and laughter to audiences around the world.

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A Bug's Life

Gypsy Moth (voice)

1998

On behalf of "oppressed bugs everywhere," an inventive ant named Flik hires a troupe of warrior bugs to defend his bustling colony from a horde of freeloading grasshoppers led by the evil-minded Hopper.

Clue

Mrs. White

1985

Clue finds six colorful dinner guests gathered at the mansion of their host, Mr. Boddy -- who turns up dead after his secret is exposed: He was blackmailing all of them. With the killer among them, the guests and Boddy's chatty butler must suss out the culprit before the body count rises.

Blazing Saddles

Lili Von Shtupp

1974

A town—where everyone seems to be named Johnson—stands in the way of the railroad. In order to grab their land, robber baron Hedley Lamarr sends his henchmen to make life in the town unbearable. After the sheriff is killed, the town demands a new sheriff from the Governor, so Hedley convinces him to send the town the first black sheriff in the west.

Young Frankenstein

Elizabeth

1974

A young neurosurgeon inherits the castle of his grandfather, the famous Dr. Victor von Frankenstein. In the castle he finds a funny hunchback, a pretty lab assistant and the elderly housekeeper. Young Frankenstein believes that the work of his grandfather was delusional, but when he discovers the book where the mad doctor described his reanimation experiment, he suddenly changes his mind.

An American Tail

Gussie Mausheimer (voice)

1986

A young mouse named Fievel and his family decide to migrate to America, a "land without cats," at the turn of the 20th century. But somehow, Fievel ends up in the New World alone and must fend off not only the felines he never thought he'd have to deal with again but also the loneliness of being away from home.

The Muppet Movie

El Sleezo Patron

1979

A Hollywood agent persuades Kermit the Frog to leave the swamp to pursue a career in Hollywood. On his way there, he meets a bear, a pig, a whatever – his future muppet crew – while being chased by the desperate owner of a frog-leg restaurant!

History of the World: Part I

Empress Nympho

1981

An uproarious version of history that proves nothing is sacred – not even the Roman Empire, the French Revolution and the Spanish Inquisition.

Nixon

Martha Mitchell

1995

A look at President Richard M. Nixon—a man carrying the fate of the world on his shoulders while battling the self-destructive demands from within—spanning his troubled boyhood in California to the shocking Watergate scandal that would end his Presidency.

What's Up, Doc?

Eunice Burns

1972

The accidental mix-up of four identical plaid overnight bags leads to a series of increasingly wild and wacky situations.

Paper Moon

Trixie Delight

1973

A bible salesman finds himself saddled with a young girl who may or may not be his daughter, and the two forge an unlikely partnership as a money-making con team in Depression-era Kansas.

Mixed Nuts

Blanche Munchnik

1994

The events of a crisis hotline business on one crazy night during the Christmas holidays.

High Anxiety

Victoria Brisbane

1977

A psychiatrist with intense acrophobia (fear of heights) goes to work for a mental institution run by doctors who appear to be crazier than their patients, and have secrets that they are willing to commit murder to keep.