Laura Dern

Date of Birth: February 10, 1967

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Laura Elizabeth Dern is a celebrated American actress and producer, renowned for her versatile roles in both film and television. She was born into a family deeply entrenched in the entertainment industry—her parents are actors Bruce Dern and Diane Ladd. Laura Dern gained early recognition with her role in David Lynch’s “Blue Velvet” (1986) and continued to rise to prominence with performances in “Wild at Heart” (1990) and “Jurassic Park” (1993). Throughout her career, Dern has showcased her acting prowess in a variety of genres, earning critical acclaim and numerous awards. She won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “Marriage Story” (2019) and has received multiple Golden Globe Awards and Primetime Emmy Awards for her work in projects like “Big Little Lies” (2017-2019) and “Enlightened” (2011-2013). Beyond her acting career, Dern is an advocate for women’s rights and environmental issues. Her philanthropic efforts and activism have made her a respected figure both on and off the screen.

5 Interesting Facts about Laura Dern

1. Laura Dern made her film debut at the age of six, appearing in a brief scene in “White Lightning” (1973).

2. She is one of the few actresses to have worked with director David Lynch on multiple projects, including “Blue Velvet” and “Twin Peaks.”

3. Laura Dern is a third-generation actor; her grandmother, Mary Lanier, was also an actress.

4. She is an outspoken advocate for gender equality in Hollywood and has been involved in various initiatives to promote women in film.

5. Dern’s role in “Big Little Lies” earned her both a Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Laura Dern

1. “I feel very lucky to be part of a community that is about telling stories and creating worlds that we don’t know.”

2. “I was raised by actors, and I watched them be happy or heartbroken, depending on how the work was going.”

3. “I think we’re all so desperate to be known and to be loved that we’ll do anything to be seen.”

4. “I think we’re in a moment where people are really hungry for truth in storytelling.”

5. “The most rewarding part of being an actor is getting to connect with people and tell stories that matter.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

As of 2023, Laura Dern’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $20 million.

Children

Laura Dern has two children with musician Ben Harper: a son named Ellery Walker Harper (born in 2001) and a daughter named Jaya Harper (born in 2004).