Annette Bening
Birth Place: Topeka, KS, USA
Latest News on Annette Bening:
Annette Bening to Chair Celebrity Poker Tournament for the Entertainment Community Fund (Aug 20, 2024)
Costume Designers Guild Awards Details Awards Date, Timeline & Location (Aug 20, 2024)
Sarah Paulson Joins Cast of Ryan Murphy Legal Series ALL'S FAIR (Aug 6, 2024)
Annette Bening to Chair Celebrity Poker Tournament for the Entertainment Community Fund (Aug 20, 2024)
Costume Designers Guild Awards Details Awards Date, Timeline & Location (Aug 20, 2024)
Sarah Paulson Joins Cast of Ryan Murphy Legal Series ALL'S FAIR (Aug 6, 2024)
BIO
Annette Bening is a Tony and Academy Award-nominated actress with a celebrated career across stage and screen. Theater credits include: King Lear for Public Theater's 2014 Shakespeare in the Park; Ruth Draper Monologues at Geffen Playhouse; The Cherry Orchard at Mark Taper Forum; Talking Heads at Tiffany Theater; Hedda Gabler at Geffen Playhouse; and Medea at UCLA. Her work as Holly Dancer in Costal Disturbances earned her the 1987 Clarence Derwent Tony Award for Outstanding Debut Performance of the Season.
Photos
Michael Hayden, Chinasa Ogbuagu, Hampton Fluker, Francesca Carpanini, Tracy Letts, Annette Bening, Benjamin Walker, Jenni Barber, Monte Green, Alexander Bello and Nehal Joshi during the Broadway Opening Night Curtain Call for "All My Sons" at The American Airlines Theatre on April 22, 2019 in New York City.
Date:
12/28/2019
From: Photo Coverage: A Look Back on the Most Memorable Performances of 2019
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award
Annette Bening, All My Sons
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Annette Bening, All My Sons
Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Annette Bening, Coastal Disturbances
Videos
Video: Annette Bening Shares Message from Entertainment Community Fund Amidst Strikes
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2023
Video: Brian Stokes Mitchell Reflects on His 19-Year Chairmanship of the Entertainment Community Fund
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2023
VIDEO: Rehearsal Footage of David Mamet's THE WOODS at Southwark Playhouse
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 19, 2022
VIDEO: Sarah Paulson Says She Almost Didn't Star in RATCHED on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 24, 2020
VIDEO: Sarah Paulson Talks About Her Love of Performing for an Audience on THE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 18, 2020
VIDEO: Annette Bening Says She Witnessed Elle Fanning's First Kiss on THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 11, 2020
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for HOPE GAP, Starring Annette Bening & Bill Nighy
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 14, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Sarah Paulson Talk About Meeting Cher on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 18, 2019
VIDEO: Adam Driver and Annette Bening Star in the Trailer for THE REPORT
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 22, 2019
Tonys Talk: Benjamin Walker Talks Tackling a Classic in ALL MY SONS
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jun 4, 2019
TV: Watch Highlights of Tracy Letts, Annette Bening & More in ALL MY SONS on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 23, 2019
TV: Go Inside Opening Night of ALL MY SONS, with Annette Bening, Tracy Letts & More!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Apr 23, 2019
News
Annette Bening to Chair Celebrity Poker Tournament for the Entertainment Community Fund
The Entertainment Community Fund will present the second annual Lights! Camera! Ante Up! Celebrity Poker Tournament. Learn more about the event!
The Entertainment Community Fund will present the second annual Lights! Camera! Ante Up! Celebrity Poker Tournament. Learn more about the event!
Costume Designers Guild Awards Details Awards Date, Timeline & Location
The awards date, timeline and location have been announced for the 27th CDG Awards. The CDGA ceremony, celebrating excellence in film, television, short form costume design, and costume illustration, will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the Ebell of Los Angeles. Nominations will be announced on Friday, December 13, 2025.
The awards date, timeline and location have been announced for the 27th CDG Awards. The CDGA ceremony, celebrating excellence in film, television, short form costume design, and costume illustration, will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the Ebell of Los Angeles. Nominations will be announced on Friday, December 13, 2025.
Sarah Paulson Joins Cast of Ryan Murphy Legal Series ALL'S FAIR
Tony Award winner Paulson has been confirmed to appear in the ensemble of a new legal series from Ryan Murphy. She will star alongside Niecy Nash, Teyana Taylor, and Naomi Watts.
Tony Award winner Paulson has been confirmed to appear in the ensemble of a new legal series from Ryan Murphy. She will star alongside Niecy Nash, Teyana Taylor, and Naomi Watts.
THE BEAR, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More Receive 2024 Astra TV Awards Nominations; See the Full List
With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.
With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.
Video: Entertainment Community Fund's Friedman J. Health Center Receives 2024 Tony Honor
On Sunday, June 16, the Entertainment Community Fund and Mount Sinai Doctors’ Samuel J. Friedman Health Center for the Performing Arts received a 2024 Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre. Watch the acceptance speech!
On Sunday, June 16, the Entertainment Community Fund and Mount Sinai Doctors’ Samuel J. Friedman Health Center for the Performing Arts received a 2024 Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre. Watch the acceptance speech!
Video: Sarah Paulson Accepts Tony Award For APPROPRIATE
Sarah Paulson won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for APPROPRIATE. Watch he acceptance speech in the video here.
Sarah Paulson won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for APPROPRIATE. Watch he acceptance speech in the video here.
Fourth Annual Academy Museum Gala to Honor Rita Moreno, Paul Mescal and Quentin Tarantino
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has announced details of its annual fundraising gala, to be held on October 19, 2024. The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s third anniversary and will honor Academy Award-nominated actor Paul Mescal; Academy Award-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno; and two-time Academy Award-winning and six-time Academy Award-nominated writer and director Quentin Tarantino.
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has announced details of its annual fundraising gala, to be held on October 19, 2024. The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s third anniversary and will honor Academy Award-nominated actor Paul Mescal; Academy Award-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno; and two-time Academy Award-winning and six-time Academy Award-nominated writer and director Quentin Tarantino.
David Henry Hwang & More Join Entertainment Community Fund Board
The Entertainment Community Fund welcomed the appointment of four new board members. Learn more about the Fund.
The Entertainment Community Fund welcomed the appointment of four new board members. Learn more about the Fund.
Photos: Robert De Niro & Annette Bening Visit PATRIOTS
Peter Morgan's work is back on Broadway this season with Patriots, led by Tony nominee Michael Stuhlbarg and directed by Rupert Goold. The show recently welcomed special guests Robert De Niro and Annette Bening for a quick backstage visit.
Peter Morgan's work is back on Broadway this season with Patriots, led by Tony nominee Michael Stuhlbarg and directed by Rupert Goold. The show recently welcomed special guests Robert De Niro and Annette Bening for a quick backstage visit.
APPROPRIATE's Sarah Paulson Wins 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Sarah Paulson has won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for APPROPRIATE.
Sarah Paulson has won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for APPROPRIATE.
Listen: Sarah Paulson Calls Out Trish Hawkins For Criticizing Her Performance in TALLEY'S FOLLY
Sarah Paulson hasn't forgotten the actress who criticized a performance she gave over 10 years ago, and she has spoken out about it on a recent episode of Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett’s “Smartless” podcast.
Sarah Paulson hasn't forgotten the actress who criticized a performance she gave over 10 years ago, and she has spoken out about it on a recent episode of Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett’s “Smartless” podcast.
Photos & Video: See Bening, Stokes Mitchell & More at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
Check out new photos and videos from the Entertainment Community Fund Gala!
Check out new photos and videos from the Entertainment Community Fund Gala!
Mark Ruffalo and Jessica Hecht to Star in IRONWEED at BAM
On May 17th BAM will present IRONWEED: An Evening of Art & Humanity, based on William Kennedy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
On May 17th BAM will present IRONWEED: An Evening of Art & Humanity, based on William Kennedy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Go inside The Entertainment Community Fund's 2024 Gala
Last night at the Entertainment Community Fund, (formerly The Actors Fund) gala, they announced the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign: a bold and comprehensive effort that will combine all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places.
Last night at the Entertainment Community Fund, (formerly The Actors Fund) gala, they announced the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign: a bold and comprehensive effort that will combine all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places.
Entertainment Community Fund Launches $160 Million ESSENTIAL Campaign
Entertainment Community Fund is launching the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign, combining all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places. Learn more!
Entertainment Community Fund is launching the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign, combining all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places. Learn more!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 29, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Annette Bening Visits Daughter Ella Beatty at APPROPRIATE
Ella Beatty is making her Broadway debut as “River” in Appropriate, taking over for Elle Fanning. Beatty officially began performances earlier this week. Stopping by to show her support was Beatty's mother, actress Annette Bening. Check out photos here!
Ella Beatty is making her Broadway debut as “River” in Appropriate, taking over for Elle Fanning. Beatty officially began performances earlier this week. Stopping by to show her support was Beatty's mother, actress Annette Bening. Check out photos here!
Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!
The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!
Seth MacFarlane & More to be Honored at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
The Entertainment Community Fund will host its Annual Gala on Monday, April 8, 2024, in New York City. See who is being honored and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Entertainment Community Fund will host its Annual Gala on Monday, April 8, 2024, in New York City. See who is being honored and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Danielle Brooks, Vanessa Hudgens & More Hit the Oscars Red Carpet
Check out photos of Danielle Brooks, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Florence Pugh, Lupita Nyong'o, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, America Ferrera, Colman Domingo, Vanessa Hudgens, Emma Stone, Laverne Cox, and more on the red carpet at the Oscars.
Check out photos of Danielle Brooks, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Florence Pugh, Lupita Nyong'o, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, America Ferrera, Colman Domingo, Vanessa Hudgens, Emma Stone, Laverne Cox, and more on the red carpet at the Oscars.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Annette Bening been in?
Annette Bening has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Annette Bening been in?
Annette Bening has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Annette Bening been nominated for?
Annette Bening has been nominated for the following awards: Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for All My Sons, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for All My Sons, and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Coastal Disturbances.
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