Jo Van Fleet was an American actress born on December 29, 1915, in Oakland, California. She gained recognition for her powerful performances in film and theater, establishing herself as a prominent figure in the acting industry. Van Fleet's career included notable roles in several significant films, most famously in "East of Eden," where she portrayed the role of Kate, showcasing her ability to embody complex characters. She also appeared in "Cool Hand Luke," further solidifying her reputation as a talented actress. In her later years, she starred in Roman Polanski's "The Tenant," which added to her diverse filmography. Jo Van Fleet passed away on June 10, 1996, leaving behind a legacy marked by her contributions to cinema and theater.
Personal Info
Profession
Actress
Gender
Female
Birthday
December 29, 1915
Died
June 10, 1996
(at 80 years old)
Place of Birth
Oakland, California, USA
Popularity
1.0
Available Movies
4 released
Jo Van Fleet
Actress
Oakland, California, USA
4
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Awards & Nominations
Major awards verified (Oscars)
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Wins
0
Nominations
1x Oscar
Complete Award Details 1 Major
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Wins
2
Nominations
Other
3
1 nom.
Oscar
1
1 nom.
BAFTA
1 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress East of Eden | |
| 1958 | Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play | |
| 1956 | BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Role... East of Eden | |
| 1954 | Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play | |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | |
| - | Donaldson Awards |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1956 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress East of Eden |
| 1954 | Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| - | Donaldson Awards |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1958 | Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play |
| 1956 | BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Role... East of Eden |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actress | East of Eden |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Jo Van Fleet
Jo Van Fleet was born on 29 December 1915 in Oakland, California, USA. Jo Van Fleet passed away on 10 June 1996 at the age of 80. Winner of Oscar. We have 4 films with Jo Van Fleet available. Among Jo Van Fleet's most popular films: Cool Hand Luke, East of Eden, The Tenant, The Rose Tattoo.
Best Known Films of Jo Van Fleet
Career Statistics - Jo Van Fleet
4
Total Credits
22
Years Active
1955 - 1976
7.6
Avg. Movie Rating
1.0
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
4 films
Top Genres
Drama (4)
Thriller (1)
Mystery (1)
Romance (1)
Crime (1)
Frequent Co-Stars of Jo Van Fleet
Best Movies with Jo Van Fleet
A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.
Jo Van Fleet has 4 films released between 1955 and 1976.