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Linda Denise Blair (born January 22, 1959) is an American actress and activist. Known for her work in the horror genre , she first came to prominence with her portrayal of Regan MacNeil in the film The Exorcist (1973), for which she won a Golden Globe Award and received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress .
Linda Blair. Actress: The Exorcist. From the age of five, Linda Blair had to get used to the spotlight, first as a child model and then as an actress, when out of 600 applicants she was picked for the role of Regan, the possessed child, in The Exorcist (1973).
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Learn about the life and career of Linda Blair, the actress who played the possessed girl in The Exorcist (1973) and became a Hollywood icon. Find out about her drug arrest, her animal rescue foundation, and her other roles in films and TV shows.
- January 22, 1959
Oct 6, 2023 · The former child star, who played the possessed Regan in the 1973 horror classic, shares her remarkable life story of showbiz, scandal and activism. Learn how she coped with the film's traumas, avoided the sequel and became a consultant for a new Exorcist movie.
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Apr 19, 2020 · Linda Blair, the 14-year-old star of The Exorcist, faced grueling filming conditions, a strained production, and a cursed set. Learn how the horror film adaptation of William Friedkin's novel affected her career, her health, and her personal life.
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Apr 26, 2023 · The actress, who was 13 when she starred in the horror film, faced death threats, tabloid scrutiny and a snubbed Oscar nomination. She later became a vegan and a campaigner for animal welfare.
Dec 20, 2023 · The Exorcist star Linda Blair shares her experiences making the horror classic and how fans can help her foundation. She talks about working with William Friedkin, the mission of the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation, and the legacy of Regan MacNeil.
