Frances Sternhagen
Biography
Frances Sternhagen was an American actress born on January 13, 1930, in Washington, District of Columbia, USA. She began her acting career in the 1950s, appearing on and off Broadway, in movies, and on television. Sternhagen's work earned her recognition, including a Tony Award and three Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Throughout her career, she accumulated 74 known credits. Sternhagen passed away on November 27, 2023, at the age of 93.
Career overview
Frances Sternhagen began her acting career in the 1950s, appearing on and off Broadway, in movies, and on television. Throughout her extensive career, she accumulated a total of 74 known credits.
Sternhagen's work in the entertainment industry spanned multiple mediums, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Her contributions to the field are notable, with a Tony Award to her name, and three Primetime Emmy Award nominations. This recognition highlights her talent and dedication to her craft.
Frances Sternhagen's acting career spanned over seven decades, with her last known day of life being November 27, 2023. Born in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, on January 13, 1930, Sternhagen's career trajectory demonstrates a long-standing commitment to the performing arts.
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- And So It Goes (2014) as Claire
- Pearl (2012) as Pearl
- Dolphin Tale (2011) as Gloria Forrest
- Prohibition (2011) as Reader (voice)
- Parenthood (2010) as Blanche Braverman
- Julie & Julia (2009) as Irma Rombauer
- When Darkness Came: The Making of 'The Mist' (2008) as Self
- When Darkness Came: The Making of 'The Mist' (2008) Thanks
- The Mist (2007) as Irene Reppler
- The Closer (2005) as Willie Ray Johnson
- Misery Loves Company (2003) as Self
- Jessica Tandy: Theatre Legend to Screen Star (2003) as Self - Actress
- The Laramie Project (2002) as Marge Murray
- Highway (2002) as Mrs. Murray
- Sex and the City (1998) as Bunny MacDougal
- The Con (1998) as Hadabelle
- To Live Again (1998) as Constance Holmes
- Curtain Call (1998) as Amy
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Jean Anderson
- ER (1994) as Millicent Carter
- The Road Home (1994) as Charlotte Babineaux
- Vault of Horror I (1994) as Effie Gluckman (archive footage)
- Reunion (1994) as Tobie Yates
- Labor of Love: The Arlette Schweitzer Story (1993) as Mary Rafferty
- Raising Cain (1992) as Dr. Lynn Waldheim
- The Donner Party (1992) as voice
- She Woke Up (1992) as Noelle DuVausant
- Golden Years (1991) as Gina Williams
- Doc Hollywood (1991) as Lillian, Welcoming Committee
- Coney Island (1991) as (voice)
- Golden Years (1991) as Gina Williams
- Law & Order (1990) as Margaret Langdon
- Law & Order (1990) as Estelle Muller
- Misery (1990) as Virginia
- Sibling Rivalry (1990) as Rose Turner
- Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret (1990) as Self
- Follow Your Heart (1990) as Cloe Sixbury
- The Simpsons (1989) as Mrs. Bellamy (voice)
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) as Effie Gluckman (segment "None But the Lonely Heart")
- See You in the Morning (1989) as Neenie
- Communion (1989) as Dr. Janet Duffy
- American Experience (1988) as (voice)
- American Experience (1988) as Self (voice)
- Bright Lights, Big City (1988) as Clara
- The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd (1987) as Dora
- At Mother's Request (1987) as Berenice Bradshaw
- Once Again (1987) as Esther
- Resting Place (1986) as Eudora McCallister
- Spencer (1984)
- The Dining Room (1984) as Various
- Prototype (1983) as Dorothy Forrester
- Romantic Comedy (1983) as Blanche Dailey
- Independence Day (1983) as Carla Taylor
- Cheers (1982) as Esther Clavin
- Outland (1981) as Dr. Lazarus
- The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg (1980) as Mary Richards
- Mother and Daughter: The Loving War (1980) as Mrs. Lloyd
- Starting Over (1979) as Marva Potter
- Fedora (1978) as Miss Balfour
- Who'll Save Our Children? (1978) as Nellie Henderson
- The Andros Targets (1977) as Mrs. Mason
- Enemies (1974) as Paulina
- Two People (1973) as Mrs. McCluskey
- The Rimers of Eldritch (1972) as Wilma Atkins
- Great Performances (1971) as Wilma Atkins
- Great Performances (1971) as Paulina
- The Hospital (1971) as Mrs. Cushing
- Up the Down Staircase (1967) as Charlotte Wolf, School Librarian
- Soldier in Love (1967) as Abigail
- Another World (1964)
- Profiles in Courage (1964) as Miss Koeller
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Nominee
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Winner
- The Secret Storm (1954)
- Omnibus (1952)
- Love of Life (1951)
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Abigail
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Mrs. McAlister
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950) as Mrs. Who
- Studio One (1948) as Betty - Secretary
- Studio One (1948) as Mary