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Anne Archer
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| Born | August 24, 1947 Los Angeles, California, U.S.
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| Alma mater | Pitzer College |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1968–present |
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| Children | 2, including Tommy Davis |
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Anne Archer (born August 24, 1947) is an American actress. She is known for her roles in many movies and TV shows. Anne Archer was recognized as Miss Golden Globe in 1971. She made her first movie appearance in The Honkers in 1972.
She gained wide recognition for her role as Beth in the exciting movie Fatal Attraction (1987). For this role, she was nominated for several big awards, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award. Anne Archer also won a Golden Globe Award and a Volpi Cup for her part in Robert Altman's film Short Cuts (1993). She has also appeared in films like Patriot Games (1992) and Clear and Present Danger (1994).
Since the 2000s, Anne Archer has continued to act, though less often. She appeared in the movie Lullaby (2014). She also performed on stage, making her debut in The Graduate in London in 2001. She played Jane Fonda in a play called The Trial of Jane Fonda at the 2014 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. On television, she had recurring roles in shows such as Boston Public (2003), It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2006), and Ghost Whisperer (2006–2008).
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Early Life and Family
Anne Archer was born in Los Angeles, California. Her parents, John Archer and Marjorie Lord, were both actors. She grew up in a family connected to the entertainment world.
Anne Archer went to Pitzer College in Claremont, California, and graduated in 1968. She has two sons. Her stepfather was Harry Volk, a banker and kind supporter of good causes in Los Angeles.
Acting Career Highlights
Anne Archer started her acting career after finishing college. She first performed in a local pageant in California. Then, she moved to New York City to pursue acting.
Early TV and Film Roles
In the 1970s, Anne Archer appeared in many popular television series. These included Hawaii Five-O, The Mod Squad, Ironside, and Little House on the Prairie. She was also a regular on the TV show Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice in 1973. In 1971, she was honored as Miss Golden Globe.
Her first major movie role was in the 1972 comedy The Honkers. She also had supporting roles in films like Cancel My Reservation (1972) and Trackdown (1976). In 1976, she played a main female role in the drama Lifeguard. She continued to appear in movies such as Good Guys Wear Black (1978) with Chuck Norris, Paradise Alley (1978) with Sylvester Stallone, and Hero at Large (1980) with John Ritter.
Breakthrough and Major Film Roles
In the early 1980s, Anne Archer appeared in several TV movies. In 1983, she took a leading role in the TV series The Family Tree. She played a divorced mother with three children. In 1985, she joined the cast of the TV show Falcon Crest for a year.
A big moment in her career came in 1987. She starred alongside Michael Douglas and Glenn Close in the thrilling movie Fatal Attraction. This film was a huge success at the box office. Anne Archer's performance as Beth Gallagher earned her nominations for a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
In the 1990s, she continued to star in major films. She appeared in Love at Large (1990) and Narrow Margin (1990). She also starred with Harrison Ford in the spy thrillers Patriot Games (1992) and its sequel Clear and Present Danger (1994). In 1993, she was in the film Body of Evidence. Later that year, she starred in Robert Altman's comedy-drama Short Cuts. This movie won a special Golden Globe Award and a Venice Film Festival Special Volpi Cup for its cast.
Recent Work and Stage Appearances
In the 2000s, Anne Archer continued to act in films. These included Rules of Engagement (2000) and The Art of War (2000). Other notable films include Man of the House (2005) and Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (2009).
In 2001, Anne Archer performed on stage in London. She played Mrs. Robinson in a West End production of The Graduate. She also played Jane Fonda in the play The Trial of Jane Fonda in 2014 and 2016. On television, she had recurring roles in shows like Boston Public, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and Ghost Whisperer. From 2008 to 2009, she starred in the TV show Privileged.
Awards and Recognition
Anne Archer has received several awards and nominations throughout her career.
- In 1988, she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture for Fatal Attraction.
- Also in 1988, she received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination for Fatal Attraction.
- In 1989, she was nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Fatal Attraction.
- In 1993, she won the Special Volpi Cup for Best Ensemble Cast at the 50th Venice International Film Festival for Short Cuts.
- In 1994, she received a Special Award for Ensemble at the 51st Golden Globe Awards for Short Cuts.
- In 2017, she was honored with the Humanitarian Award at the 18th Women's Image Network Awards.
See also
In Spanish: Anne Archer para niños
