Sally Kirkland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sally Kirkland
Kirkland in 2014
Born	(1941-10-31) October 31, 1941 (age 83) New York City, U.S.
Alma mater	Actors Studio American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Occupation	Actress, producer
Years active	1962–present
Spouse(s)	Michael R. Jarrett ​ ​ (m. 1974; div. 1975)​
Parent(s)	Sally Kirkland (mother)
Awards	Awards

Sally Kirkland (born October 31, 1941) is an American actress and producer. She has had a long career, appearing in more than 250 movies and television shows since the 1960s.

Kirkland is the daughter of another famous Sally Kirkland, who was a fashion editor for major magazines like Life and Vogue.

She is best known for her role in the 1987 movie Anna. For this performance, she won a Golden Globe Award and was nominated for an Academy Award. She also appeared in popular movies like JFK (1991) and Bruce Almighty (2003).

Early Life and Education

Sally Kirkland was born in New York City on Halloween in 1941. She was named after her mother, Sally Kirkland, a well-known fashion editor. Her father, Frederic McMichael Kirkland, worked in the scrap metal business.

Even before she became an actress, Kirkland was a model for Vogue magazine. She decided to study acting and trained at the famous Actors Studio with teachers Lee Strasberg and Uta Hagen. In 1961, she graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.

Acting Career

Early Roles

Kirkland began her acting career in the 1960s. She started by performing in plays Off-Broadway in New York City. Soon, she moved into movies and television.

During the 1970s and early 1980s, she played many supporting roles. You can see her in movies like The Way We Were (1973), The Sting (1973), A Star Is Born (1976), and Private Benjamin (1980).

She also appeared as a guest star on many popular TV shows. These included Hawaii Five-O, Kojak, Starsky & Hutch, and Charlie's Angels.

Breakthrough and Major Success

Kirkland at an Academy Awards afterparty.

The year 1987 was a major turning point for Kirkland. She starred in the movie Anna, where she played a former actress trying to become famous again. Critics loved her performance, calling it "superb."

For her role in Anna, she won several major awards, including a Golden Globe. She was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress, which is one of the highest honors an actor can receive.

After this success, Kirkland continued to work in many films and TV shows throughout the 1990s. She acted alongside Michael Caine in the comedy Bullseye! (1990). She also had roles in the historical movie JFK (1991) and the comedy EDtv (1999).

She also found great success on television. In 1991, she starred in the TV movie The Haunted, which earned her another Golden Globe nomination. She also had guest roles on hit shows like Roseanne, Murder, She Wrote, and The Nanny.

Recent Work

Kirkland has remained active in film and television into the 21st century. She played supporting roles in movies like the hit comedy Bruce Almighty (2003) with Jim Carrey, Adam & Steve (2005), and Big Stan (2007).

She continues to act in movies and television, showing her dedication to her craft over a career that has lasted more than 60 years.

Other Activities

Besides acting, Sally Kirkland is involved in many other activities. She is a health activist who speaks out to help others. She is also an ordained minister in the Church of the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness.

Kirkland is a talented painter whose art has been shown in galleries. She is also a respected acting teacher. Some of her famous students include Sandra Bullock, Barbra Streisand, Liza Minnelli, and Roseanne Barr.

Selected Film and Television Roles

Over her long career, Sally Kirkland has appeared in hundreds of productions. Here are some of her most notable roles.

Film

• The Way We Were (1973)
• The Sting (1973)
• A Star Is Born (1976)
• Private Benjamin (1980)
• Anna (1987)
• Best of the Best (1989)
• JFK (1991)
• EDtv (1999)
• Bruce Almighty (2003)
• Big Stan (2007)
• 80 for Brady (2023)

Television

• Hawaii Five-O (1973)
• Kojak (1974, 1978)
• Charlie's Angels (1979, 1981)
• Falcon Crest (1983)
• The Haunted (1991) - TV Movie
• Roseanne (1992–93)
• Murder, She Wrote (1995)
• The Nanny (1999)
• Felicity (1999)
• Criminal Minds (2010)

Awards and Nominations

Sally Kirkland has been recognized many times for her acting talent. Here are some of her most important awards and nominations.

See also

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