Estelle Parsons
Biography
Estelle Parsons is an American actress and occasional director. She was born on November 20, 1927, in Lynn, Massachusetts. Parsons worked on the television program Today before making her stage debut in 1961. She established her career on Broadway during the 1960s and progressed to film. Parsons received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Bonnie and Clyde. She was also nominated for her work in Rachel, Rachel. Parsons worked extensively in film and theatre during the 1970s and later directed. She has a known credit count of 62 and a content score of 100.
Career overview
Estelle Parsons is an American actress who has worked extensively in film and theatre. She began her career in the entertainment industry after initially studying law and pursuing a career in singing. Parsons made her stage debut in 1961 and went on to establish herself on Broadway during the 1960s.
Parsons' career progressed to film, where she received recognition for her performances. She was nominated for her work in the film Rachel, Rachel, and received an award for her role in Bonnie and Clyde. This marked a significant milestone in her acting career.
Throughout the 1970s and beyond, Parsons continued to work in film and theatre, solidifying her position as a talented actress. Her extensive body of work includes numerous film and television credits, with a total of 62 known credits to her name.
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Full Filmography
65 titles- Romantic Mysticism: The Music of Billy Goldenberg (2022) as Self
- Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age (2021) as Self
- Diane (2019) as Mary
- The Conners (2018) as Beverly Harris
- Grace and Frankie (2015) as Babe
- She's The Best Thing in It (2015) as Self
- Wilde Salomé (2013) as Self
- Strange Septembers: The Hill Abduction & the Exeter Encounter (2011) as Herself
- The Good Wife (2009) as Nana Joe
- Revolution! The Making of 'Bonnie and Clyde' (2008) as Self
- Empire Falls (2005) as Bea
- 100 Centre Street (2001) as Esther O'Neill
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Rose Rinato
- Freak City (1999) as Mrs. Stanapolous
- The Love Letter (1998) as Beatrice Corrigan
- That Darn Cat (1997) as Old Lady McCracken
- Looking for Richard (1996) as Margaret
- Boys on the Side (1995) as Louise
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Jennette Fisher
- Inside the Actors Studio (1994) as Self
- Frasier (1993) as Opal
- Frasier (1993) as Celeste's Mother (voice)
- The American Clock (1993)
- A Private Matter (1992) as Mary Chessen
- Dick Tracy (1990) as Mrs. Trueheart
- The Lemon Sisters (1989) as Mrs. Kupchak
- Roseanne (1988) as Beverly Harris
- Open Admissions (1988) as Clare Block
- American Playhouse (1982) as Mabel Lederer / Angela Motorman
- Come Along with Me (1982) as Mabel Lederer / Angela Motorman
- The Gentleman Bandit (1981) as Marjorie Seebode
- Guests of the Nation (1981) as Kate O'Connell
- Backstairs at the White House (1979) as Bess Truman
- The Tenth Level (1976) as Crossland
- NBC Special Treat (1975) as Edwina Kemp
- Fore Play (1975) as First Lady / Barmaid
- The UFO Incident (1975) as Betty Hill
- June Moon (1974) as Lucille
- For Pete's Sake (1974) as Helen Robbins
- The Gun and the Pulpit (1974) as Sadie Underwood
- Terror on the Beach (1973) as Arlene Glynn
- Two People (1973) as Barbara Newman
- Great Performances (1971) as Agnes
- Great Performances (1971) as Lucille
- All in the Family (1971) as Blanche Hefner
- All in the Family (1971) as Dolores Mancheney Fencel
- A Memory of Two Mondays (1971) as Agnes
- I Walk the Line (1970) as Ellen Haney
- I Never Sang for My Father (1970) as Alice
- Watermelon Man (1970) as Althea Janine Gerber
- Love, American Style (1969) as Bernice
- Medical Center (1969)
- Don't Drink the Water (1969) as Marion Hollander
- Rachel, Rachel (1968) as Calla Mackie
- Bonnie and Clyde (1967) as Blanche
- The Trials of O'Brien (1965)
- The Patty Duke Show (1963)
- Ladybug Ladybug (1963) as JoAnn's Mother
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- The Defenders (1961) as Mrs. Martin
- Kraft Music Hall (1958) as Self
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Nominee
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Beatrice Corrigan
- Broadway: The Next Generation as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Estelle Parsons best known for?
Estelle Parsons is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Conners (2018), Grace and Frankie (2015), Luxury Trap (2008), The Good Wife (2009).
When and where was Estelle Parsons born?
Estelle Parsons was born on November 20, 1927 in Lynn, Massachusetts, USA.
How many credits does Estelle Parsons have?
Estelle Parsons has accumulated over 65 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2022.
What is Estelle Parsons's background in cinema and television?
Estelle Parsons is an American actress and occasional director. She was born on November 20, 1927, in Lynn, Massachusetts. Parsons worked on the television program Today before making her stage debut in 1961. She established her career on Broadway during the 1960s and progressed to film. Parsons received an Academy Awa...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Beatrice Corrigan — aged about 23
- 100 Centre Street (2001) as Esther O'Neill — aged about 73
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Rose Rinato — aged about 71
- All in the Family (1971) as Blanche Hefner — aged about 43
- All in the Family (1971) as Dolores Mancheney Fencel — aged about 43
- Grace and Frankie (2015) as Babe — aged about 87
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