Emma Thompson
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- Emma Thompson
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- April 15, 1959
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- 67 years
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- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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- Profession
- Actress, Author
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Biography
Emma Thompson is 67 years old, an actress, from United Kingdom.
Dame Emma Thompson (born 15 April 1959) is a British actress and screenwriter. Her work spans over four decades of screen and stage, and her accolades include two Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award as well as a nomination for two Grammy Awards. In 2018, she was made a dame by Queen Elizabeth II for her contributions to drama.
Born to actors Eric Thompson and Phyllida Law, Thompson was educated at Newnham College, Cambridge, where she became a member of the Footlights troupe, and appeared in the comedy sketch series Alfresco (1983–1984). In 1985, she starred in the West End revival of the musical Me and My Girl, which was a breakthrough in her career.
In 1987, she came to prominence for her performances in two BBC series, Tutti Frutti and Fortunes of War, winning the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress for her work on both series.
Awards & Nominations
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Academy Award | Won |
| 1995 | BAFTA Film Award | Won |
| 1993 | Academy Award | Won |
| 1993 | Golden Globe Award | Won |
| 1992 | BAFTA Film Award | Won |
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