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Piper Laurie (born Rosetta Jacobs; January 22, 1932 – October 14, 2023) was an American actress. She is known for her roles in the films The Hustler (1961), Carrie (1976), and Children of a Lesser God (1986), and the miniseries The Thorn Birds (1983).
Piper Laurie was a versatile actress who starred in films, TV shows and theater. She was nominated for three Oscars, won an Emmy and a Golden Globe, and appeared in classics like The Hustler, Carrie and Twin Peaks.
- January 1, 1
- Detroit, Michigan, USA
- January 1, 1
- Los Angeles, California, USA
Oct 14, 2023 · Piper Laurie, who escaped the 1950s Hollywood starlet-making machinery to become a respected actress with three Oscar nominations and an Emmy Award, died on Saturday at a nursing facility in Los...
Oct 14, 2023 · Piper Laurie, who starred in 'Carrie,' 'The Hustler' and 'Twin Peaks,' passed away at 91. She was a versatile and acclaimed performer who escaped the studio system and won an Emmy for 'Promises.'
Piper Laurie was a three-time Oscar nominee and a versatile actress who appeared in films, TV and theater. She was born Rosetta Jacobs in Detroit, had a one-night stand with Mel Gibson, and lost her virginity to Ronald Reagan.
- January 22, 1932
- October 14, 2023
Oct 14, 2023 · Piper Laurie, the Oscar- and Emmy-nominated actor who earned distinction in films such as “Carrie” and “Children of a Lesser God” and cult status in the quirky mystery drama series “Twin...
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Oct 14, 2023 · The strong-willed, versatile actor passed away on Saturday, according to her manager. She left Hollywood in 1955 to pursue a more meaningful life, but returned to act in acclaimed roles on film, TV and stage.