Date of Death: June 06, 2005 (73)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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Anne Bancroft was a versatile American actress who made her mark on both stage and screen. Born Anna Maria Louisa Italiano in the Bronx, New York in 1931, she grew up in a working-class family and began acting in school plays at an early age. She attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, where she honed her craft and adopted the stage name Anne Bancroft.
Bancroft made her Broadway debut in 1951 in the play "Two for the Seesaw," for which she received a Tony Award nomination. She went on to star in several other Broadway productions, including "The Miracle Worker" in 1959, in which she played Annie Sullivan, the teacher who helps a young Helen Keller overcome her disabilities. Bancroft won the Tony Award for Best Actress for her performance in "The Miracle Worker," and she reprised the role in the 1962 film adaptation, earning an Academy Award for Best Actress.
In addition to her stage work, Bancroft had a successful career in film and television. She appeared in a number of notable films, including "The Graduate" (1967), in which she played the seductive Mrs. Robinson opposite Dustin Hoffman, and "The Turning Point" (1977), for which she received another Academy Award nomination. Other film credits include "The Pumpkin Eater" (1964), "The Elephant Man" (1980), and "84 Charing Cross Road" (1987).
Bancroft also had a prolific career on television, appearing in numerous made-for-TV movies and miniseries. She won an Emmy Award for her performance in the 1970 TV movie "Annie, the Women in the Life of a Man," and she received Emmy nominations for her work in "The Elephant Man" and "Mrs. Cage" (1992).
Bancroft was known for her ability to portray complex and nuanced characters, and she was highly respected by her peers in the industry. She was married to comedian and filmmaker Mel Brooks from 1964 until her death in 2005, and the two had one son together.
In addition to her acting career, Bancroft was also a philanthropist and activist. She was a strong supporter of the arts and education, and she served as a board member of the American Film Institute and the Actors Studio. She was also involved in various charitable organizations, including the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the American Cancer Society.
Bancroft's legacy as an actress and humanitarian continues to inspire new generations of performers and activists. Her work on stage and screen set a high standard for excellence and authenticity, and her dedication to giving back to her community serves as a reminder of the importance of using one's platform for good.
[1952]Don't Bother to Knock Lyn Lesley
[1953]Treasure of the Golden Condor Marie, Comtesse de St. Malo
[1953]The Kid from Left Field Marian Foley
[1953]Tonight We Sing Emma Hurok
[1954]Gorilla at Large Laverne Miller
[1954]The Raid Katy Bishop
[1954]Demetrius and the Gladiators Paula
[1955]A Life in the Balance María Ibinia
[1955]New York Confidential Katherine Kathy Lupo
[1955]The Last Frontier Corinna Marston
[1955]The Naked Street Rosalie Regalzyk
[1956]Walk the Proud Land Tianay
[1956]Nightfall Marie Gardner
[1957]The Girl in Black Stockings Beth Dixon
[1957]The Restless Breed Angelita
[1962]The Miracle Worker Annie Sullivan
[1964]The Pumpkin Eater Jo Armitage
[1965]7 Women Dr. D.R. Cartwright
[1965]The Slender Thread Inga Dyson
[1967]The Graduate Mrs. Robinson
[1972]Young Winston Lady Randolph Churchill
[1975]The Hindenburg Countess Ursula von Reugen
[1975]The Prisoner of Second Avenue Edna Edison
[1976]Lipstick Carla Bondi
[1976]Silent Movie Anne Bancroft
[1977]The Turning Point Emma Jacklin
[1980]Fatso Antoinette
[1980]The Elephant Man Mrs. Kendal
[1983]To Be or Not to Be Anna Bronski
[1984]Garbo Talks Estelle Rolfe
[1985]Agnes of God Mother Miriam Ruth
[1986]'night, Mother Thelma Cates
[1987]84 Charing Cross Road Helene Hanff
[1988]Torch Song Trilogy Ma Beckoff
[1989]Bert Rigby, You're a Fool Meredith Perlestein
[1992]Love Potion No. 9 Madame Ruth
[1992]Honeymoon in Vegas Bea Singer
[1993]Point of No Return Amanda
[1993]Malice Ms. Kennsinger
[1993]Mr. Jones Dr. Catherine Holland
[1995]Dracula: Dead and Loving It Gypsy Woman
[1995]How to Make an American Quilt Glady Joe
[1995]Home for the Holidays Adele Larson
[1996]The Sunchaser Dr. Renata Baumbauer
[1997]G.I. Jane Lillian DeHaven
[1997]Critical Care Nun
[1998]Great Expectations Ms. Dinsmoor
[1998]Antz Queen
[1998]Waking Ned Devine Villager of Tullymore
[2000]Up at the Villa Princess San Ferdinando
[2000]Keeping the Faith Ruth Schram
[2001]Heartbreakers Gloria Vogal, Barbara
[2008]Delgo Sedessa
Anne Bancroft, Golda
Anne Bancroft, The Miracle Worker
Anne Bancroft, Two for the Seesaw
Anne Bancroft, Two For The Seesaw
Anne Bancroft has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
Anne Bancroft has not appeared in the West End
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Golda , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Miracle Worker Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Two for the Seesaw and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Two For The Seesaw .
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Miracle Worker Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Two for the Seesawand Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Two For The Seesaw.
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