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Kathleen Doyle Bates (born June 28, 1948) is an American actress. She has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards, as well as nominations for a Tony Award and two BAFTA Awards.
Feb 28, 2024 · Kathy Bates, a veteran actress who won an Oscar for "Misery", died of a serious chronic illness in 2024. The news of her death shocked the entertainment industry, as fans and colleagues mourned the loss of a talented and respected performer.
Apr 29, 2024 · Kathy Bates (born June 28, 1948, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.) is an American actress of stage, screen, and television, especially known for her portrayals of strong women who act against the social milieu.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Kathy Bates is an Oscar-winning actress who has starred in films such as Misery, Fried Green Tomatoes and Primary Colors. She has also appeared in TV shows such as The Office, Harry's Law and American Horror Story.
- Actress, Director, Producer
- June 28, 1948
Mar 30, 2024 · The actress opened up about her cancer journeys and how she coped with lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. She also shared her advice for early detection and raising awareness.
- Marisa Sullivan
- Senior Reporter
Jan 18, 2019 · Kathy Bates reveals she developed lymphoedema, a condition that causes swelling in the body’s tissue, after undergoing a double mastectomy for breast cancer. She is a spokesperson for the Lymphatic Education and Research Network and shares her experience and advice for others.
The 75-year-old actor, who after having her uterus, breasts, and lymph nodes removed was diagnosed with an incurable lymphatic disease, said she’s “blessed” to use her “ celebrity to do something...
