How old is Joan Van Ark?

Joan Van Ark is 82 years old (born June 16, 1943).

Is Joan Van Ark still alive?

Yes, Joan Van Ark is still alive as of 2026, aged 82.

Where is Joan Van Ark from?

Joan Van Ark is from New York City, New York, USA, United States.

What generation is Joan Van Ark?

Joan Van Ark is a Greatest Generation, born in 1943.

Joan Van Ark

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Joan Van Ark is one of the most recognized American Actors of the Greatest Generation generation.

Joan Van Ark (born June 16, 1943) is an American actress, most notable for her role as Valene Ewing, which she originated on the CBS hit series Dallas and continued for thirteen seasons on its long-running spin-off, Knots Landing. Van Ark has also received a Theatre World Award and been nominated for a Tony Award for her stage work. Description above from the Wikipedia article Joan Van Ark, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

"While her stage work earned her a Tony nomination, Joan Van Ark's most defining career moment was undoubtedly her portrayal of Valene Ewing." — About Joan Van Ark

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Born

Years in career64 years active

June 16th, 1943

Birthplace

New York City, New York, USA

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

United States

Generation

Greatest Generation

Career

64 years

Region

North America

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How Joan Van Ark compares to other Actors

🎂Joan Van Ark is 29 years older than the average Actor

Metric	Joan Van Ark	Avg Actor	Difference
Age	82	53	+29 yrs
Career length	64 yrs	~35 yrs	+29 yrs
Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database

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Facts about Joan Van Ark

Did you know?

Did you know that Joan Van Ark attended high school with her future *Dallas* co-star, Larry Hagman, long before they became household names?

5 Lesser-known facts

She studied acting under the legendary Uta Hagen at the HB Studio in New York City.
Van Ark directed two episodes of *Knots Landing*, showcasing her talent behind the camera.
Her daughter, Vanessa Marshall, is a prolific voice actress known for roles like Hera Syndulla in *Star Wars Rebels*.
She voiced the titular character in the 1979 animated series *Spider-Woman*.
Attended high school with future *Dallas* co-star Larry Hagman in Santa Monica, California.

Career highlight

While her stage work earned her a Tony nomination, Joan Van Ark's most defining career moment was undoubtedly her portrayal of Valene Ewing. Originating the role on *Dallas*, she carried the character's nuanced journey for thirteen seasons on the spin-off *Knots Landing*, becoming an iconic figure of 1980s television. Her performance anchored the long-running series and captivated millions.

Legacy

Joan Van Ark's lasting legacy is her enduring portrayal of Valene Ewing, a character who resonated deeply with audiences and cemented her place as a beloved television icon. She also leaves a mark through her significant contributions to stage acting.