Patricia Clarkson

Patricia Clarkson in Focus Films' Far From Heaven - 2002 Photo: Abbot Genser

Biography

Born 12/29/1959

A favorite supporting actress in the American independent film world, Yale-trained actress Patricia Clarkson began her career on the New York stage before a false start in mainstream pictures gave way to a prolific career as a favorite on the film festival circuit. While she worked steadily on...
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Awards

  • In 2006, received Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series
  • In 2004, received National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actress
  • In 2003, received National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actress

Highlights

  • In 2009, Re-teamed with Woody Allen for his New York–based comedy "Whatever Works"
  • In 2008, Featured in Woody Allen's "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" with Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz
  • In 2007, Co-starred with Ryan Gosling in the indie film, "Lars and the Real Girl"

Family & Companions

  • Campbell Scott: Companion (Began dating in 2002 after "Rodger Dodger" premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival )
  • Arthur Clarkson: father (Worked for the Department of Medicine at Louisiana State University)
  • sisters: Has four older

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