Julie Kavner

Date of Birth: September 7, 1950

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Date of Death: (Alive)

Biography

Julie Deborah Kavner is an acclaimed American actress and voice actress, best known for her voice role as Marge Simpson on the animated television series “The Simpsons.” Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Kavner initially aspired to be a therapist but found her calling in acting during her college years at San Diego State University. Her breakout role came as Brenda Morgenstern, the younger sister of Valerie Harper’s character, in the 1970s sitcom “Rhoda.” Kavner’s distinctive voice has made her a household name, particularly through her work on “The Simpsons,” which began in 1989 and continues to this day. Her performance as Marge has earned her a Primetime Emmy Award and a place in television history. Besides her voice work, Kavner has also appeared in several Woody Allen films, showcasing her versatility as an actress.

5 Interesting Facts about Julie Kavner

1. Julie Kavner won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance for her role as Marge Simpson in 1992.

2. Before her acting career took off, Kavner worked as a typist at the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture.

3. Kavner is known for being very private and rarely gives interviews, preferring to keep her personal life out of the public eye.

4. She has a strict clause in her contract for “The Simpsons” that she will not have to promote the show in person, maintaining her preference for privacy.

5. Besides “The Simpsons,” Kavner has appeared in several Woody Allen films, including “Hannah and Her Sisters” and “Radio Days.”