Faye Dunaway

Date of Birth: January 14, 1941

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Faye Dunaway, born Dorothy Faye Dunaway, is an American actress known for her illustrious career spanning over five decades. She was born on January 14, 1941, in Bascom, Florida. Dunaway’s breakout role came with the 1967 film “Bonnie and Clyde,” where she played Bonnie Parker, earning her first Academy Award nomination. She went on to star in a series of critically acclaimed films, including “Chinatown” (1974), “Network” (1976) for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress, and “Mommie Dearest” (1981). Her career is marked by her versatility, her powerful performances, and her strong presence on screen. Dunaway has also made significant contributions to stage and television, further establishing her legacy as one of Hollywood’s most talented and enduring actresses.

5 Interesting Facts about Faye Dunaway

1. Faye Dunaway won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in “Network” (1976).

2. She was a member of the first acting class at Boston University School of Fine Arts.

3. Dunaway received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1996.

4. She has been married twice, first to Peter Wolf, lead singer of the J. Geils Band, and then to photographer Terry O’Neill.

5. Faye Dunaway played Joan Crawford in the biographical film “Mommie Dearest” (1981), a role that has since become iconic.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Faye Dunaway

1. “It’s true, I did get the laughs and I did get the headlines, but I also got the respect.”

2. “I am desperate to do a comedy now.”

3. “I often say the last role I played that really touched me and where I was really terrific was Bonnie and Clyde.”

4. “So much of life is luck. If you’re given a choice between being lucky and being talented, choose luck every time.”

5. “The thrill of doing television versus the thrill of doing a play is there is less pressure in television. The thrill of doing a play is that it’s theater, and you have the opportunity to do something over and over again.”