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Lynn Redgrave
London, Great Britain
Archival Overview
Acclaimed British-American actress member of the legendary Redgrave theatrical dynasty, nominated twice for Academy Awards for Georgy Girl and Gods and Monsters.
Biographical Record
Lynn Rachel Redgrave was born into acting royalty as the daughter of Sir Michael Redgrave and Rachel Kempson, and sister to Vanessa and Corin Redgrave. She trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama and joined Laurence Olivier's National Theatre company.
In 1966, Redgrave achieved international stardom and an Oscar nomination for her vivacious performance in 'Georgy Girl'. Over five decades on Broadway and the West End, she was nominated for three Tony Awards, and in 1998 earned her second Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe for Bill Condon's 'Gods and Monsters'.
Key Life Milestones
Georgy Girl and International Acclaim
Starred in the British comedy drama, winning the Golden Globe and earning an Oscar nomination for Best Actress.
Golden Globe for Gods and Monsters
Won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress and earned an Academy Award nomination for her role as Hanna.
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Perpetual MemorialLithgow, United States