Date of Birth: April 28, 1952
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Mary McDonnell is an accomplished American actress known for her versatile roles in both film and television. Born on April 28, 1952, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and raised in Ithaca, New York, McDonnell has built an impressive career over several decades. She graduated from the State University of New York at Fredonia and later became a company member of the Long Wharf Theatre in New Haven, Connecticut. McDonnell gained widespread recognition for her role as Stands With A Fist in the 1990 film “Dances with Wolves,” for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She received another Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her role in the 1992 film “Passion Fish.” Her television career includes notable roles such as President Laura Roslin in the critically acclaimed series “Battlestar Galactica” and as Captain Sharon Raydor in “The Closer,” and its spinoff “Major Crimes.”
5 Interesting Facts about Mary McDonnell
1. Mary McDonnell has received two Academy Award nominations: one for Best Supporting Actress in “Dances with Wolves” and one for Best Actress in “Passion Fish.”
2. She starred as President Laura Roslin in the reimagined “Battlestar Galactica” series, a role that earned her critical acclaim and a cult following.
3. McDonnell began her acting career in theater, including a stint with the prestigious Long Wharf Theatre.
4. She has a deep interest in social issues and has been involved in various charitable activities and advocacy campaigns.
5. Mary McDonnell is known for her distinctive voice and has lent it to various audiobook projects and animated series.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mary McDonnell
1. “The most important thing for an actor is to be able to work with integrity.”
2. “I’ve always been drawn to characters who are complex and multi-dimensional.”
3. “Acting is not about being famous; it’s about exploring the human soul.”
4. “When you play a strong character, you inevitably feel stronger yourself.”
5. “I love the process of discovering a character, peeling back the layers to understand what makes them tick.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Mary McDonnell’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $14 million.
Children
Mary McDonnell has two children with her husband, Randle Mell, who is also an actor. They have a daughter, Olivia Mell, and a son, Michael Mell.
Relevant Links
1. [Mary McDonnell IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001521/
2. [Mary McDonnell Biography on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_McDonnell
3. [Mary McDonnell on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/mary_mcdonnell
4. [Mary McDonnell’s Official Twitter](https://twitter.com/MaryMcDonnell10
5. [Mary McDonnell Interview on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Dgq9UQ6zzY
