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Estelle Parsons: Biography, Facts and Career

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Estelle Parsons (born November 20, 1927) is an American actress. After studying law, Parsons became a singer before deciding to pursue a career in acting. She worked for the television program Today and made her stage debut in 1961. During the 1960s, Parsons established her career on Broadway before progressing to film. She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Bonnie and Clyde (1967), and was also nominated for her work in Rachel, Rachel (1968). Parsons worked extensively in film and theatre during the 1970s and later directed several Broadway productions. Later work included perhaps her best known role, as Beverly Harris, mother of the title character, on the sitcom Roseanne, and, later, on its spinoff The Conners. She has been nominated five times for the Tony Award (four times for Lead Actress of a Play and once for Featured Actress). In 2004, Parsons was inducted into the American Theatre Hall of Fame.

Quick facts about Estelle Parsons

  • Full name: Estelle Parsons
  • Born: 1927-11-20
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q232541

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Who is Estelle Parsons?

Estelle Parsons (born November 20, 1927) is an American actress. After studying law, Parsons became a singer before deciding to pursue a career in acting.

What nationality is Estelle Parsons?

Estelle Parsons is United States.

When was Estelle Parsons born?

Estelle Parsons was born on 1927-11-20.

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