Cloris Leachman

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Cloris Leachman
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Biography

The illustrious Cloris Leachman is a record-breaking actress, having appeared on Dancing with the Stars at the ripe age of 82. She was born of Czech and English descent, and hails from the prestigious Leachman Lumber Co. family of Des Moines, Iowa. After graduating from high school, she attended the esteemed Illinois State University and Northwestern University, where she majored in drama. She was even crowned Miss Chicago 1946. After her debut in The Ford Theatre Hour in 1948, she quickly rose to fame by appearing in many television anthologies and series, as well as her memorable movie debut. It is no wonder that she has become a veritable legend in the entertainment world.

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Awards
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Media
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  • The Eleventh
  • The Powers That Be
  • Thanks
  • Backstairs at the White House
  • ABC Late Night
  • The Bobby Darin Show
  • Love Is Never Silent
  • Kraft Mystery Theater
  • The Mary Tyler Moore Show
  • Malcolm in the Middle
  • Raising Hope
  • Johnny Staccato
  • Role Model: Gene Wilder
  • The Iron Giant
  • Young Frankenstein
  • The Last Picture Show
  • Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
  • The Associates
  • Danger
  • Stoney Burke
  • Long Journey Back
  • Ponds Theater
  • The Acorn People
  • Ponyo
  • The Nutt House
  • The Muppet Movie
  • Outlaws
  • American Gods
  • The Migrants
  • Justice League Action
  • James Dean: Forever Young
  • A Girl Named Sooner
  • I Can Only Imagine
  • Picture This: The Times of Peter Bogdanovich in Archer City, Texas
  • Lancer
  • Annabelle's Wish
  • Justice League Action Shorts
  • The Croods
  • The 58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards
  • The Twilight Zone
  • Girl Meets World
  • Walter & Emily
  • Bad Santa
  • The New Loretta Young Show
  • The David Letterman Show

Family Tree

From the stage and the silver screen to the rodeo, a family of remarkable talent is crowned. The esteemed and multi-faceted Morgan Englund was born on August 25, 1963 in the USA and is an actor and writer known for his work in Guiding Light (1952), Homeward Bound (A Firefighter's Song) (2018) and Wing Commander IV: The Price of Freedom (1995). His sister, the graceful Claiborne Cary was born on February 17, 1932 in Lone Tree, Iowa, USA, and is known for her roles in Law & Order (1990), Boston Common (1996) and Doctor Franken (1980). Jack Albertson, the brother of Morgan's mother Mabel Albertson, won an Oscar in 1968 for Best Supporting Actor in The Subject Was Roses (1968). Wes Studi, small-town Oklahoma native, gained international acclaim for his powerful character portrayals in films such as Dances with Wolves (1990) and The Last of the Mohicans (1992). Maura Dhu Studi is known for However Wide the Sky: Places of Power (2021), Defending the Fire (2017) and The Lives of Angels (2007). Kholan Studi is known for The Hunted (2015), Ray Gun (2017) and Snag (2022). Morgan's sister Delanna Studi was born on June 4, 1976 in Muldrow, Oklahoma, USA and is an actor and writer known for DreamKeeper (2003), Edge of America (2003) and Shameless (2011). Brother Shawn Brackett is best known for Rise of the Crimson Butcher, his first lead role in a feature film. Mabel Albertson is known for her comedic roles in films such as Don't Give Up the Ship (1959). George Englund was born on June 22, 1926 in Washington, District of Columbia, USA and was a producer and director known for The Ugly American (1963), The Eddie Fisher Show (1957) and Zachariah (1971). Adam Englund was born on October 4, 1953 in New York City, New York, USA and is an actor known for Out of the Dark (1988), Lady Avenger (1988) and Mortuary Academy (1988). Cloris Leachman, who set a record when she appeared on Dancing with the Stars (2005) at the age of 82, is known for her memorable roles. Bryan Englund was born on June 21, 1955 in Los Angeles County, California, USA and is known for his roles in The Prowler (1981), High Anxiety (1977) and Crazy Mama (1975). The youngest of the family, George Englund Jr. was born on May 21, 1957 in New York City, New York, USA and is a production manager and composer known for The Fields (2011), My Guys (1996) and All-American Girl (1994). This illustrious family of actors, musicians, and entertainers has provided decades of captivating performances that have shaped the entertainment industry.

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