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Holly Hunter
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March 20, 1958 in Conyers, GA
Biography:One of the most versatile and charismatic actresses that Hollywood has to offer, "Holly Hunter" has made a name for herself with smart, strong portrayals of dependably eccentric women. Born March 20, 1958, in Conyers, GA, Hunter was raised on a farm as the youngest of seven children. With the encouragement of her parents, she began acting at a young age, landing her first starring role as Helen Keller in a fifth grade play. Hunter went on to receive theatrical training at Pittsburgh's Carnegie Mellon University, after which she moved to New York to pursue her acting career. Following her off-Broadway debut in 1981, the fledgling actress enjoyed a serendipitous twist of fate in the form of being stuck in a stalled elevator with playwright "Beth Henley". The chance meeting led to a collaboration between the two women, first with the stage production of The Miss Firecracker Contest and then with Hunter's... Full Biography
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(L-R) Actor George Lopez and actress Holly Hunter attend the 2009 Turner Upfront at Hammerstein...
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