Stockard Channing

Born:1944年2月13日

Place of Birth:Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Stockard Channing, born Susan Antonia Williams Stockard, is a versatile American actress renowned for her remarkable performances on stage, film, and television. With a career spanning decades, she has captivated audiences with her memorable portrayals of complex and compelling characters.

One of Channing's most iconic roles was as First Lady Abbey Bartlet on the acclaimed NBC series The West Wing, where she brought depth and gravitas to the character. Her portrayal of the sharp-witted and resilient Abbey Bartlet solidified her as a powerhouse in the world of television.

In the classic film Grease, Channing charmed audiences as the sassy and rebellious Betty Rizzo, showcasing her ability to infuse a character with both humor and vulnerability. Her performance in Grease remains a fan favorite and a testament to her versatility as an actress.

Channing's talent shines through in a variety of roles, from the mystical Aunt Frances in Practical Magic to the sharp-tongued Cynthia Swann Griffin in The First Wives Club. Each character she embodies is brought to life with nuance and authenticity, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.

Not limited to the big screen, Channing has also made her mark on television, starring as Susan Goodenow in The Stockard Channing Show and as Mickey MacElwaine in both the movie and TV series Lucan. Her ability to seamlessly transition between mediums is a testament to her skill and adaptability as an actress.

In addition to her success in film and television, Channing has received critical acclaim for her work on the stage. Her portrayal of Ouisa Kittredge in both the stage and film versions of Six Degrees of Separation earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, showcasing her talent for bringing complex and multifaceted characters to life.

With a career filled with diverse and memorable roles, Stockard Channing has established herself as a true powerhouse in the entertainment industry. Her ability to embody characters with depth, humor, and authenticity has solidified her status as a beloved and respected actress, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

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Grease

Betty Rizzo

1978

Australian good girl Sandy and greaser Danny fell in love over the summer. But when they unexpectedly discover they're now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance despite their eccentric friends?

Life or Something Like It

Deborah Connors

2002

A reporter Lanie Kerrigan interviews a psychic homeless man for a fluff piece about a football game's score. Instead he tells her that her life has no meaning and is going to end in just a few days, which sparks her to action, trying to change the pattern of her life...

Practical Magic

Aunt Frances

1998

Sally and Gillian Owens, born into a magical family, have mostly avoided witchcraft themselves. But when Gillian's vicious boyfriend, Jimmy Angelov, dies unexpectedly, the Owens sisters give themselves a crash course in hard magic. With policeman Gary Hallet growing suspicious, the girls struggle to resurrect Angelov -- and unwittingly inject his corpse with an evil spirit that threatens to end their family line.

To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar

Carol Ann

1995

Manhattan drag queens Vida Boheme and Noxeema Jackson impress regional judges in competition, securing berths in the Nationals in Los Angeles. When the two meet pathetic drag novice Chi-Chi Rodriguez — one of the losers that evening — the charmed Vida and Noxeema agree to take the hopeless youngster under their joined wing. Soon the three set off on a madcap road trip across America and struggle to make it to Los Angeles in time.

Bitter Moon

Beverly (uncredited)

1992

A passenger on a cruise ship develops an irresistible infatuation with an eccentric paraplegic's wife.

The First Wives Club

Cynthia Swann Griffin

1996

After years of helping their hubbies climb the ladder of success, three mid-life Manhattanites have been dumped for a newer, curvier model. But the trio is determined to turn their pain into gain. They come up with a cleverly devious plan to hit their exes where it really hurts - in the wallet!

Smoke

Ruby McNutt

1995

Writer Paul Benjamin is nearly hit by a bus when he leaves Auggie Wren's smoke shop. Stranger Rashid Cole saves his life, and soon middle-aged Paul tells homeless Rashid that he wouldn't mind a short-term housemate. Still grieving over his wife's murder, Paul is moved by both Rashid's quest to reconnect with his father and Auggie's discovery that a woman who might be his daughter is about to give birth.

Where the Heart Is

Thelma 'Sister' Husband

2000

Novalee Nation is a 17-year-old Tennessee transient who has to grow up in a hurry when she's left pregnant and abandoned by her boyfriend on a roadside, and takes refuge in the friendly aisles of Wal-Mart. Eventually, some eccentric but kindly strangers 'adopt' Novalee and her infant daughter, helping them buck the odds and build a new life.

Must Love Dogs

Dolly

2005

Sarah Nolan is a newly divorced woman cautiously rediscovering romance with the enthusiastic but often misguided help of her well-meaning family. As she braves a series of hilarious disastrous mismatches and first dates, Sarah begins to trust her own instincts again and learns that, no matter what, it's never a good idea to give up on love.

Sundays at Tiffany's

Vivian Claremont

2010

Jane, a soon-to-be-married woman, is reunited with her imaginary friend Michael who returns in a human form. Soon, Jane begins doubting her feelings for her fiance as she gets attracted to Michael.

Anything Else

Paula Chase

2003

Jerry Falk, an aspiring writer in New York, falls in love at first sight with a free-spirited young woman named Amanda. He has heard the phrase that life is like "anything else," but soon he finds that life with the unpredictable Amanda isn't like anything else at all.