Anjelica Huston
Anjelica Huston is one of the most recognized American Actors of the Baby Boomer generation.
Anjelica Huston (born July 8, 1951) is an American actress, director, producer, author, and former fashion model. She is the daughter of director John Huston and granddaughter of actor Walter Huston. After reluctantly making her big screen debut in her father's A Walk with Love and Death (1969), Huston moved from London to New York City, where she worked as a model throughout the 1970s. She decided to actively pursue acting in the early 1980s, and, subsequently, had her breakthrough with her per
"Her iconic portrayal of Maerose Prizzi in "Prizzi's Honor" (1985) earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress." — About Anjelica Huston
| Metric | Anjelica Huston | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 74 | 53 | +21 yrs |
| Career length | 56 yrs | ~35 yrs | +21 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Anjelica Huston
Did you know that Anjelica Huston's Academy Award win for "Prizzi's Honor" made her the first person to win an Oscar whose father and grandfather had also won?
- She holds the distinction of being the first third-generation Academy Award winner in history.
- Her Oscar win for "Prizzi's Honor" made her and her father, John Huston, the first father-daughter duo to win Oscars for the same film.
- She was in a long-term, high-profile relationship with actor Jack Nicholson for 17 years.
- Beyond acting, she directed three feature films, including the critically acclaimed "Bastard Out of Carolina."
- She voiced Queen Elinor in Disney-Pixar's "Brave" and the iconic Witch in "The Witches."
Her iconic portrayal of Maerose Prizzi in "Prizzi's Honor" (1985) earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. This pivotal role, directed by her father John Huston, cemented her status as a serious actress and a formidable talent in her own right, stepping out of her family's shadow.
Anjelica Huston is remembered for her distinctive screen presence, often portraying strong, unconventional, and darkly elegant characters, cementing her status as a formidable and unique talent in Hollywood. Her multi-faceted career as an actress, director, and author ensures her enduring influence across various artistic mediums.