Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1932-12-07
- Born Place: Detroit, Michigan, USA
Also Known As:
Ellen McRae, 엘렌 버스틴, Эллен Бёрстин, Edna Rae Gilhooley, الن برستین
Ellen Burstyn
Ellen Burstyn, born Edna Rae Gillooly on December 7, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, is a highly respected American actress known for her powerful portrayals of complex women in film and theater. Over her long career, she has won the "Triple Crown of Acting" — an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and multiple Emmy Awards — a rare achievement in the acting world. Burstyn won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Alice Hyatt in Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore (1974). She also earned Tony recognition for Same Time, Next Year and has been nominated for multiple Oscars for roles in films such as The Last Picture Show (1971), The Exorcist (1973), and Requiem for a Dream (2000).Her versatility shines through her diverse body of work, ranging from critically acclaimed dramas to television appearances in series like Law & Order: SVU. Beyond acting, she published a memoir revealing insights into her life and career. At 92, she remains active in the industry, notably reprising her iconic role as Chris MacNeil in The Exorcist: Believer (2023), demonstrating her enduring talent and dedication.
