Biography
Who is Kathleen Turner?
Early life and real name
Mary Kathleen Turner was born on June 19, 1954, in Springfield, Missouri. Her father worked as a U.S. Foreign Service officer, which caused the family to relocate frequently during her childhood. She grew up living in Canada, Cuba, Venezuela, and London, England. She graduated from The American School in London in 1972.
Following her father's death, her family returned to Springfield, Missouri. She attended Southwest Missouri State University for two years to study theater. Later, she transferred to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1977.
Career highlights
Kathleen Turner made her professional acting debut in theater productions before transitioning to television. She appeared on the NBC soap opera The Doctors between 1978 and 1979. Her major film breakthrough occurred when she starred as Matty Walker in the 1981 thriller Body Heat.
Throughout the 1980s, she maintained a busy schedule starring in popular films such as Romancing the Stone, The Jewel of the Nile, Prizzi's Honor, and Peggy Sue Got Married. Her performance in Peggy Sue Got Married earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. She also provided the speaking voice for Jessica Rabbit in the 1988 film Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
Family and later work
Kathleen Turner is the mother of one daughter, Rachel Weiss. Outside of her extensive film career, she has performed in numerous stage productions on Broadway and off-Broadway. She also made guest appearances in television series such as Californication and The Kominsky Method.
In the 1990s, her acting work was restricted after she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Despite these health challenges, she continued to take on television and film roles while focusing on her recovery and theater work.
Birthday and age
Kathleen Turner was born on June 19, 1954, which makes Kathleen 72 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Kathleen shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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