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Birth Place: Cloquet, MN, USA

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JESSICA LANGE. Acclaimed as one of the greatest actresses of her generation, Jessica Lange has dazzled the screen with over 30 credits to her name. Lange has won a Tony Award, two Academy Awards, three Emmys, five Golden Globes, and one SAG Award. On Broadway, she received the Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle awards for her performance as Mary Tyrone in A Long Day’s Journey into Night, a role she also performed in the West End. She made her Broadway debut in A Streetcar Named Desire and was also seen starring in The Glass Menagerie. Lange stared in the television series “American Horror Story,” as well as “Grey Gardens,” “Feud: Bette and Joan,” and “The Politician.” Her films include Blue Sky, Frances, The Postman Always Rings Twice, Country, Rob Roy, Cape Fear, Tootsie, Music Box, and Sweet Dreams.

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Jessica Lange STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2024
Phyllis

[Broadway]
Roundabout Broadway Revival, 2016
Mary Tyrone

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2005
The Mother

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1992
Blanche Du Bois


Jessica Lange Movies

King Kong
[ 1976 ] Dwan
All That Jazz
[ 1979 ] Angelique
How to Beat the High Cost of Living
[ 1980 ] Louise
The Postman Always Rings Twice
[ 1981 ] Cora Papadakis
Tootsie
[ 1982 ] Julie Nichols
Frances
[ 1982 ] Frances Farmer
Country
[ 1984 ] Jewell Ivy
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
[ 1984 ] Maggie
Sweet Dreams
[ 1985 ] Patsy Cline
Crimes of the Heart
[ 1986 ] Meg Magrath
Everybody's All-American
[ 1988 ] Babs
Far North
[ 1988 ] Kate
Music Box
[ 1989 ] Ann Talbot
Men Don't Leave
[ 1990 ] Beth Macauley
Cape Fear
[ 1991 ] Leigh Bowden
Jessica Lange: It's Only Make-Believe
[ 1991 ]
O Pioneers!
[ 1992 ] Alexandra Bergson
Night and the City
[ 1992 ] Helen Nasseros
Losing Isaiah
[ 1993 ] Margaret Lewin
Blue Sky
[ 1994 ] Carly Marshall
Rob Roy
[ 1995 ] Mary
A Streetcar Named Desire
[ 1995 ] Blanche DuBois
A Thousand Acres
[ 1997 ] Ginny Cook Smith
Hush
[ 1998 ] Martha Baring
Cousin Bette
[ 1998 ] Bette
Titus
[ 1999 ] Tamora
Prozac Nation
[ 2001 ] Mrs. Wurtzel
Masked and Anonymous
[ 2003 ] Nina Veronica
Big Fish
[ 2003 ] Sandra Bloom (senior)
Normal
[ 2003 ] Irma Applewood
Don't Come Knocking
[ 2005 ] Doreen
Neverwas
[ 2005 ] Katherine Pierson
Broken Flowers
[ 2005 ] Carmen
Bonneville
[ 2006 ] Arvilla Holden
Sybil
[ 2007 ] Dr. Cornelia Wilbur
Grey Gardens
[ 2009 ] Big Edie
The Vow
[ 2012 ] Rita Thornton
The Big Wedding
[ 2013 ]
In Secret
[ 2013 ] Madame Raquin
The Gambler
[ 2014 ] Roberta
Wild Oats
[ 2016 ] Maddie
Marlowe
[ 2022 ] Dorothy Cavendish

Jessica Lange TV Shows

Stories from My Childhood
The Swan Princess
Hollywood Stuntmakers
Dwan
Ànima
Edith Bouvier Beale
Welcome to the Basement
Nina Veronica
Chelsea Lately
[ 2012-2014 ] Fiona Goode, Sister Jude
Horace & Pete
Marsha
Feud: Bette and Joan
Joan Crawford
American Horror Story
[ 2011-2018 ] Constance Langdon
The Politician
Dusty Jackson

Jessica Lange Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play

Jessica Lange, Mother Play


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Drama League Awards - 2024 - Contribution to the Theater

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Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance

Jessica Lange, Mother Play


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Play

Jessica Lange, Mother Play

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Jessica Lange, Mother Play


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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2016 - Best Leading Actress in a Play

Jessica Lange, Long Day's Journey Into Night


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Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Jessica Lange, Long Day's Journey Into Night

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jessica Lange, Long Day's Journey Into Night


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Jessica Lange, Long Day's Journey Into Night


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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Jessica Lange, Long Day's Journey Into Night

Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Actress

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Actress - Play

Jessica Lange , A Streetcar Named Desire


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Theatre World Awards - 1992 - Performance

Jessica Lange, A Streetcar Named Desire

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Jessica Lange News


THE GREAT LILLIAN HALL Starring Jessica Lange to Premiere on HBO This Month


The upcoming film The Great Lillian Hall with Tony Award nominee Jessica Lange will debut Friday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. As beloved Broadway star Lillian Hall (Lange) pours her heart, soul, and time into preparing for her next big role, she finds herself blindsided by confusion and forgetfulness. Battling against all odds to make it to opening night, while holding on to her fading memories and identity, she must navigate a tumultuous emotional journey – balancing her desire for the spotlight and the stark demands of the real world.

Video: Jessica Lange Opens Up About Her Mother of a Role


In this video, watch as Tony nominee Jessica Lange chats about her beloved Mother Play co-stars, why this piece means so much to her, and so much more.

Listen: Sarah Paulson Calls Out Trish Hawkins For Criticizing Her Performance in TALLEY'S FOLLY


Sarah Paulson hasn't forgotten the actress who criticized a performance she gave over 10 years ago, and she has spoken out about it on a recent episode of Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett’s “Smartless” podcast.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG And STEREOPHONIC Lead LGBTQ Critics' Dorian Theater Award Nominations


GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics' 39 theater wing members named their favorites in New York theater for the second annual Dorian Theater Awards, this time toasting the best in Broadway and Off-Broadway for the 2023-2024 season.

Video: Jim Parsons and Celia Keenan-Bolger Discuss Tony Noms and Working With Jessica Lange in MOTHER PLAY


Jim Parsons and Celia Keenan-Bolger stopped by The View on Monday to discuss the Tony-nominated Mother Play, where they are currently starring alongside Jessica Lange. The show marks Parsons' first-ever Tony nomination. Keenan-Bolger has been nominated 4 times prior, winning the award for her performance as Scout Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird. Watch the interview!

STEREOPHONIC, SUFFS & More Win Outer Critics Circle Awards


The Outer Critics Circle, the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, announced the winners of the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards. Check out the Full List of winners here!

Al Hirschfeld Prints Signed By Cher, Chita Rivera & More to be Auctioned Off


Discover the auction benefitting BC/EFA and The Al Hirschfeld Foundation featuring 20 limited-edition Al Hirschfeld prints, signed by iconic stage and screen stars.

Broadway Buying Guide: May 6, 2024- See the Tony-Nominated Shows of 2024


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 6, 2024.

Photos: Behind the Scenes with the 2024 Tony Nominees


The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York on Thursday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out behind the scenes photos of the 2024 nominees below and check out even more of the acting nominees and creative nominees.

Photos: Meet the 2024 Tony Nominees for Acting


The nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2024 acting nominees here!

Daniel Radcliffe, Lindsay Mendez, Jim Parsons & More to Present at 90th Drama League Awards


See the stars who are presenting at the 90th annual Drama Desk Awards. Learn more about the awards!

Jessica Lange to Receive CineMerit Award at the Munich Film Festival


Jessica Lange, who is currently starring on Broadway in Mother Play, will be receiving the CineMerit Award this summer at the Munich International Film Festival. The award recognizes high achievement in the world of cinema. Past winners of the award include Ralph Fiennes, Antonio Banderas, and Emma Thompson.

FROM THE BACK OF THE HOUSE Memoir Of A Broadway Theatre Manager, To Be Published In June


Dan Landon was a Broadway theatre manager for nearly 40 years, working on more than 9000 performances of 50 shows. He has written his memoir, From the Back of the House, which will be published by Ibis Books on June 13, 2024.

Breaking Down the 2024 Tony Awards Nominations


Still thinking about the Tony nominations? Us too! Check out some takeaways from yesterday's big announcement.

2024 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List!


Nominations for the 2024 Drama Desk Awards have just been announced by Kathleen Turner. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Broadway Buying Guide: April 29, 2024- New Shows Top the Week


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 29, 2024.

A Guide to the 2024 Tony Awards Nominations


The 77th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, April 30, by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsbery. The announcement can be viewed LIVE (9am ET) in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.

2024 Tony Awards Nominations- Live Reactions


The nominations for the 77th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsberry. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions!

2024 Tony Awards Nominations - Show by Show


The nominations are in! Check out how each show fared individually in a full list of nominations by show.

2024 Tony Award Nominations- HELL'S KITCHEN and STEREOPHONIC Lead the Pack!


The 77th Annual Tony Awards nominations were announced this morning by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renee Elise Goldsberry and here they are, celebrating the best of the 2023-24 theatre season. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Jessica Lange FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jessica Lange been in?

Jessica Lange has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Jessica Lange been in?

Jessica Lange has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jessica Lange been nominated for?

Jessica Lange has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Mother Play" and "Long Day's Journey Into Night." She also received nominations for Contribution to the Theater and Distinguished Performance at the Drama League Awards for "Mother Play" and "Long Day's Journey Into Night" respectively. Additionally, she was nominated for Best Leading Actress in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Long Day's Journey Into Night." Other nominations include Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Mother Play," Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Long Day's Journey Into Night," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Long Day's Journey Into Night." Jessica Lange also received a nomination for Best Actress at the Olivier Awards for her role in "Long Day's Journey Into Night" and Best Actress - Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "A Streetcar Named Desire." She was also recognized with a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for her performance in "A Streetcar Named Desire."

What awards has Jessica Lange won?

Jessica Lange has won several awards for her contributions to Broadway, including the Contribution to the Theater award from the Drama League Awards. She also won the Best Leading Actress in a Play award from the BroadwayWorld Awards for her role in "Long Day's Journey Into Night." Additionally, Lange received the Outstanding Actress in a Play award from both the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her performance in the same play. Her portrayal in "Long Day's Journey Into Night" also earned her the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play award at the Tony Awards. Furthermore, Lange received a Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for her role in "A Streetcar Named Desire."

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