Piper Laurie Actress photo

Personal Info

Profession
Actress
Gender
Female
Birthday
January 22, 1932
Died
October 14, 2023 (at 91 years old)
Place of Birth
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Popularity
1.0
Available Movies
4 released

External Links

Piper Laurie

Actress Detroit, Michigan, USA 2

Awards & Nominations

Major awards verified (Oscars)
● 0 Wins
3 Nominations
Oscars
3 nom.
Complete Award Details 3 Major
● 3 Wins
3 Nominations
Oscar
3 nom.
Golden Globe
1 0 nom.
Emmy
1 0 nom.
Other
1 0 nom.
Year Award Result
1987 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress Children of a Lesser God
1977 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress Carrie
1962 Academy Award for Best Actress The Hustler
1991 Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Min... Twin Peaks
1987 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a... Promise
1962 Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year
Year Award
1991 Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Min... Twin Peaks
1987 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a... Promise
1962 Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year
Year Award
1987 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress Children of a Lesser God
1977 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress Carrie
1962 Academy Award for Best Actress The Hustler
Award details source: Wikidata

About Piper Laurie

Piper Laurie was born on 22 January 1932 in Detroit, Michigan, USA. Piper Laurie passed away on 14 October 2023 at the age of 91. Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 4 films with Piper Laurie available. Among Piper Laurie's most popular films: The Faculty, Carrie, Children of a Lesser God, The Hustler.

Piper Laurie was an American actress born on January 22, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan. She gained prominence for her versatile performances in film and television over several decades. Laurie is best known for her roles in notable films such as "Carrie," where she portrayed the terrifying mother of the title character, and "The Hustler," in which she played a pivotal role alongside Paul Newman. Her work in "Return to Oz," a fantasy film and sequel to "The Wizard of Oz," further showcased her talent and range as an actress.

Throughout her career, Laurie received critical acclaim, earning multiple award nominations and establishing a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry. She passed away on October 14, 2023, leaving behind a rich body of work that continues to influence and inspire audiences and aspiring actors alike.

Best Known Films of Piper Laurie

Career Statistics - Piper Laurie

4
Total Credits
38
Years Active
1961 - 1998
7.3
Avg. Movie Rating
1.0
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
4 films
Top Genres
Horror (2) Drama (2) Romance (2) Thriller (1) Science Fiction (1)

Frequent Co-Stars of Piper Laurie

Best Movies with Piper Laurie

A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.

Piper Laurie has 4 films released between 1961 and 1998.

Carrie (1976) 7.4

Carrie

1976

Margaret White

The Hustler (1961) 7.9

The Hustler

1961

Sarah Packard

The Faculty (1998) 6.6

The Faculty

1998

Mrs. Karen Olson