Sally Kirkland

Sally Kirkland 2014 by Photo Brian To

American actress and activist

Sally Kirkland

Name	Sally Kirkland
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Birth date	October 31, 1941
Birth place	New York City, New York, U.S.
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Occupation	Actress, activist
Years active	1960–present
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Sally Kirkland (born October 31, 1941) is an American actress and activist. She is known for her extensive work in film, television, and theater. Kirkland received critical acclaim for her role in the 1987 film Anna, for which she won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama and received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Early life

Sally Kirkland was born in New York City, New York. She is the daughter of Sally Kirkland, a fashion editor at Vogue and Life magazines, and Frederic McMichael Kirkland, a salesman. She was named after her mother.

Career

Kirkland began her career in the 1960s, appearing in off-Broadway productions and working as a model. She made her film debut in The Sting (1973) and gained recognition for her roles in The Way We Were (1973) and A Star Is Born (1976).

In 1987, Kirkland starred in the film Anna, which became a turning point in her career. Her portrayal of a Czechoslovakian actress struggling in New York City earned her the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama and an Academy Award for Best Actress nomination.

Kirkland has also appeared in numerous television series, including Roseanne, Days of Our Lives, and Criminal Minds. She continues to act in both film and television, with recent appearances in Archaeology of a Woman (2012) and Buddy Solitaire (2016).

Activism

In addition to her acting career, Kirkland is known for her activism. She has been involved in various causes, including women's rights, LGBT rights, and spirituality. She is an ordained minister in the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness.

Personal life

Kirkland has never married and has no children. She is known for her close friendships with other actors and her dedication to her craft.

Awards and nominations

• Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama (1987) – Anna
• Academy Award for Best Actress nomination (1987) – Anna

Filmography

Film

• The Sting (1973)
• The Way We Were (1973)
• A Star Is Born (1976)
• Anna (1987)
• Archaeology of a Woman (2012)
• Buddy Solitaire (2016)

Television

• Roseanne
• Days of Our Lives
• Criminal Minds

See also

• List of Golden Globe winners
• List of American actresses