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Jeff Perry (1983-1992), Matt Roth (1993-2014)
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♊ Gemini
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羊 Goat
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English < Ancient Greek < Biblical Hebrew (אֱלִישֶׁבַע)
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Laurie Metcalf: American actress (born 1955).
Born (age 70).
Laurie Metcalf has 25 credits in our database.
The name Elizabeth means from "Elisheva", hebrew for "Oath of God" or "God satisfaction".
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Biography
Laura Elizabeth "Laurie" Metcalf (born June 16, 1955) is an American actress and comedian. Known for her complex and versatile roles across the stage and screen, she has received various accolades throughout a career spanning more than four decades, including four Primetime Emmy Awards and two Tony Awards, in addition to nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. Metcalf began her career with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company and frequently works in Chicago theatre. She made her Broadway debut in the 1995 play My Thing of Love. She went on to receive two Tony Awards, her first for Best Actress in a Play for her role in A Doll's House, Part 2 (2017) followed by her win for Best Featured Actress in a Play for the revival of Edward Albee's Three Tall Women (2018).
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How old is Laurie Metcalf?
Laurie Metcalf is 70 years old, born on .
What movies or shows has Laurie Metcalf been in?
Laurie Metcalf has 25 credits in our database. Notable titles include Everybody Digs Bill Evans (2026), The Dropout (2022), The Conners (2018), Lady Bird (2017), Getting On (2013).
Where can I find more information about Laurie Metcalf?
You can find more about Laurie Metcalf on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
