Patricia Neal

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Patricia Neal (January 20, 1926 – August 8, 2010) was an American actress known for her work in film, television, and stage. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in the 1963 film Hud and received several other prestigious awards throughout her career.

Early Life[edit | edit source]

Patricia Neal was born Patsy Louise Neal in Packard, Kentucky, and grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee. She attended Northwestern University where she studied drama and was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority.

Career[edit | edit source]

Neal's career began on the stage, where she made her Broadway debut in 1946 in the play The Voice of the Turtle. She won a Tony Award for her performance in Another Part of the Forest in 1947.

Film Career[edit | edit source]

Neal's film debut came in 1949 with John Loves Mary. She gained critical acclaim for her roles in The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) and A Face in the Crowd (1957). Her role in Hud opposite Paul Newman earned her the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Television Career[edit | edit source]

Neal also had a successful television career, appearing in numerous TV movies and series. She won a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in The Homecoming: A Christmas Story (1971), which served as the pilot for the series The Waltons.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Neal married British writer Roald Dahl in 1953, and they had five children together. The couple faced numerous personal tragedies, including the death of their daughter Olivia and Neal's series of strokes in 1965. Neal's recovery from her strokes was the subject of the film The Patricia Neal Story (1981), in which she was portrayed by Glenda Jackson.

Later Years and Death[edit | edit source]

In her later years, Neal continued to act in both film and television. She passed away on August 8, 2010, in Edgartown, Massachusetts, from lung cancer.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Patricia Neal is remembered for her powerful performances and resilience in the face of personal adversity. Her contributions to film, television, and theater have left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

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