The talented actress Anjelica Huston celebrates 73 today
Her memorable role of Morticia Addams in “The Addams Family” and its sequel remains iconic to this day, but Anjelica Huston’s breakthrough came in 1985 when she delivered a powerful performance in “Prizzi’s Honor,” where her role as Maerose Prizzi earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, making her the third generation of her family to win an Oscar, after her father John and grandfather Walter Huston
The talented actress Anjelica Huston celebrates 73 today
Anjelica Huston was born on July 8, 1951, in Santa Monica, California. She is the daughter of legendary director John Huston and former ballerina Enrica Soma. Raised in a prominent Hollywood family, Huston spent much of her childhood between Ireland and England, developing a deep appreciation for the arts from an early age.
Huston’s career in entertainment began in modeling, where her striking looks and tall, statuesque figure quickly garnered attention. However, it was clear that acting was in her blood. Her first film role was a small part in her father’s film “A Walk with Love and Death” (1969). Despite this early opportunity, Huston struggled to gain a foothold in the industry, facing the challenge of establishing herself independently of her father’s towering legacy.
Anjelica Huston’s breakthrough came in the 1980s. She delivered a powerful performance in “Prizzi’s Honor” (1985), directed by her father. Her role as Maerose Prizzi earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, making her the third generation of her family to win an Oscar, after her father John and grandfather Walter Huston.
Following this success, Huston established herself as a versatile and talented actress. She received further acclaim for her roles in films like “The Dead” (1987), another collaboration with her father, and “Enemies, A Love Story” (1989), for which she received an Academy Award nomination. Her portrayal of Lilly Dillon in “The Grifters” (1990) earned her another Oscar nomination, cementing her status as one of Hollywood’s finest actresses.
Huston’s versatility shone through in her comedic roles as well, most notably as Morticia Addams in “The Addams Family” (1991) and its sequel “Addams Family Values” (1993). These performances showcased her ability to blend dark humor with a captivating screen presence. Other notable films in her career include Key films include “The Royal Tenenbaums” (2001), where she played the matriarch of a dysfunctional family in Wes Anderson’s critically acclaimed film. Her collaboration with Anderson continued with roles in “The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou” (2004) and “The Darjeeling Limited” (2007).
Anjelica Huston had a high-profile relationship with actor Jack Nicholson, which lasted for 17 years, characterized by its passion and turbulence. In 1992, she married sculptor Robert Graham. The couple enjoyed a strong, supportive partnership until Graham’s death in 2008.
Huston has also been active in writing, publishing her memoir “A Story Lately Told: Coming of Age in Ireland, London, and New York” in 2013, followed by “Watch Me” in 2014. These books provide an intimate look into her life, career, and the complex relationships she has navigated.
In recent years she has appeared in films such as “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” (2019), where she played the Director, a significant role in the action-packed franchise. Huston also remains active in television, with roles in series like “Transparent” and “Smash.”
Beyond acting, Huston is involved in various humanitarian efforts, including work with the Humane Society of the United States. She advocates for animal rights and other social causes.
Watch an interview of Anjelica Huston about her life and career, 2014
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