Emily Longstreth
At 59 years old, Emily Longstreth remains one of the most prominent American Actors working today.
Emily Longstreth (born January 5, 1967) is a retired actress who starred with some of the biggest names in Hollywood including Johnny Depp, Brad Pitt and Kevin Bacon. She quit the business in 1995 and disappeared.
"Her role as Wanda Woodward in John Waters' 1990 musical comedy "Cry-Baby" stands out as a defining moment." — About Emily Longstreth
| Metric | Emily Longstreth | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 59 | 53 | +6 yrs |
| Career length | 41 yrs | ~35 yrs | +6 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Emily Longstreth
Did you know that Emily Longstreth appeared in three cult classic films released within a year of each other: "Cutting Class", "The Karate Kid Part III", and "Cry-Baby"?
- She shared the screen with Brad Pitt in "Cutting Class" (1989), one of his earliest lead roles, released the same year.
- Her role as Wanda Woodward in John Waters' 1990 film "Cry-Baby" placed her in a unique cult filmography alongside Johnny Depp.
- She played the love interest Jessica Andrews in "The Karate Kid Part III" (1989), a significant role in the popular martial arts franchise.
- Before her film career, she had a recurring role as Angela Schuler on the popular 1980s sitcom "Mr. Belvedere" for two seasons.
- Despite working with Hollywood's biggest names, she retired completely from acting at the young age of 28 in 1995.
Her role as Wanda Woodward in John Waters' 1990 musical comedy "Cry-Baby" stands out as a defining moment. Playing a tough, rebellious "drape," she held her own opposite Johnny Depp, cementing her place in a unique piece of cult cinema history. This performance showcased her ability to embody a distinctive character in a memorable ensemble cast.
Emily Longstreth's brief but impactful career left a mark through her roles in several cult classic films of the late 80s and early 90s. Her decision to step away from the spotlight in 1995 has only added to her intriguing, almost mythical, presence in cinematic history.