Beth Grant Biography

(Actress)

Birthday: September 18, 1949 (Virgo)

Born In: Gadsden, Alabama, United States

Advanced Search Beth Grant is an American film, TV, and stage actor. She has appeared in over 70 movies, over 30 plays, and over 100 series. After graduating with a BFA in acting and directing from ‘East Carolina University,’ Greenville, North Carolina, in 1973, she left for New York to pursue a career in the same field. Her breakthrough performance in the movie ‘Rain Man’ bolstered her career graph. Following this, she starred in films such as ‘No Country for Old Men,’ ‘The Artist,’ ‘Speed,’ ‘Donnie Darko,’ and ‘Little Miss Sunshine.’ She has become one of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood, through her remarkable portrayal of character roles. Quick Facts

Age: 74 Years, 74 Year Old Females

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Michael Chieffo (m. 1985)

children: Mary Chieffo

Born Country: United States

Actresses American Women

Height: 5'6" (168 cm), 5'6" Females

Notable Alumni: East Carolina University

U.S. State: Alabama

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education: East Carolina University

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  Yes, Beth Grant is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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  Yes, Beth Grant has worked with directors like Clint Eastwood, Alexander Payne, and James Mangold.
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  Beth Grant has spoken about the importance of supporting and nurturing young talent in Hollywood, emphasizing the need for mentorship and guidance.

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American PeopleVirgo ActressesAmerican ActressesActresses Who Are In Their 70sWomen Film & Theater Personalities Childhood & Early LifeBeth was born on September 18, 1949, in Gadsden, Alabama, US, to William Grant and Elizabeth Grant. She has a brother, Bubba Grant.As a child, her family kept moving to different cities, such as Columbus and Atlanta, in the state of Georgia, and Charlotte and Wilmington, in the state of North Carolina.At the age of 11, she arrived in Wilmington along with her family. To date, she considers it her hometown.Continue Reading Below Recommended Lists:American Film & Theater PersonalitiesCareerEarning a BFA degree in acting and directing from the ‘East Carolina University’ in the year 1973, she moved to New York to live her dream of becoming an actor. In her initial years, she remained active in the theater scene, although she secured her first on-screen role in the American comedy series ‘B.J. and the Bear’ (1979).In the years 1986 and 1987, she took up minor characters in the series ‘CBS Schoolbreak Special,’ ‘Deadly Care,’ ‘Santa Barbara,’ ‘Hooperman,’ and ‘Mr. Belvedere.’ Her first significant appearance was in the movie ‘Undercover,’ as ‘Miss Randolph,’ in the year 1987.‘Rain Man,’ the film that won multiple awards, including ‘Academy Awards’ and ‘Golden Globes’ catapulted her career to dizzying heights. The movie featured her alongside two of Hollywood’s famous names: Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise.Between 1988 and 1990, she portrayed a lot of characters in both films and TV series. Some such TV projects are: ‘I Know my First Name is Steven,’ ‘The Golden Girls,’ ‘Coach,’ ‘The Image,’ ‘Empty Nest,’ ‘Fall from Grace,’ ‘The Outsiders,’ ‘Dragnet,’ and ‘Hunter’ among the TV shows. Some of her most notable movies of this period are ‘The Wizard,’ ‘Flatliners,’ ‘Don’t Tell Her It’s Me,’ ‘Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael,’ ‘Child’s Play 2,’ and ‘Eating.’The last decade of the 20th century saw her take up characters in movies and series of diverse genres, such as ‘Speed,’ ‘To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar,’ ‘City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold,’ ‘A Time to Kill,’ and ‘Doctor Dolittle.’ This decade also witnessed her appearing in sitcoms such as ‘Friends,’ ‘Dream On,’ ‘Sabrina, the Teenage Witch,’ and ‘Malcolm in the Middle.’ She was also seen in an animated sitcom, ‘King of the Hill.’ She ended the century with the science-fiction drama series ‘The X-Files.’ She was seen in a two-part miniseries, ‘Switched at Birth,’ in April 1991.The 21st century began well for her, with the cult movie ‘Donnie Darko’ and blockbusters such as ‘Pearl Harbor,’ and ‘The Rookie.’ Her notable small-screen appearances during this time were in ‘Diagnosis: Murder,’ ‘Any Day Now,’ ‘Judging Amy,’ ‘Yes, Dear,’ ‘CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,’ and ‘Everwood.’She was appreciated for her role of ‘Dorothy Sheedy’ in a 2004 episode of the popular series ‘Six Feet Under,’ titled ‘In Case of Rapture.’ She was also part of ‘Wonderfalls’ and ‘A Thief of Time’ the same year.The years 2006 and 2007 kept her busy with roles in the series ‘Jericho,’ ‘Drive,’ ‘Polly and Marie,’ and ‘Bones.’ These were the years that also produced two of her most acclaimed movies: ‘Little Miss Sunshine’ and ‘No Country for Old Men.’ Both these films brought her and the respective cast members the ‘Screen Actors Guild Award’ for the ‘Best Ensemble Cast in a Feature Film.’In 2010, she played fictional serial killer ‘Anita Weld Roycewood’ in the police-procedural drama ‘Criminal Minds.’ She later stated that she was happy to play this part, as it would educate the parents of the dangers lurking for their children.Continue Reading Below In 2011, she joined the cast of the French comedy–drama ‘The Artist,’ a black-and-white silent-style movie. The movie won the ‘Best Picture’ award at the 2012 ‘Academy Awards.’ The 2012 film ‘Blues of Willadean’ saw her in the lead role of ‘Willadean Winkler.’ She also appeared in an episode of ‘Modern Family,’ titled ‘Tableau Vivant.’With her portrayal of ‘Beverly’ in the romantic comedy ‘The Mindy Project,’ which ran for six seasons, Beth became a household name. It was aired from 2012 to 2017.For her portrayal of the leading role in ‘The Trials and Tribulations of Trailer Trash Housewife,’ she won ‘The Los Angeles Drama Critics Award,’ ‘The L.A. Stage Alliance Award,’ and ‘The Backstage West Garlan Award,’ all in the ‘Best Actress’ category.Her directorial venture ‘The Perfect Fit’ earned her the ‘Audience Award’ for the ‘Best Short Film’ at the ‘Soho International Film Festival’ in New York.The year 2019 saw her appear in the Netflix series ‘Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events,’ an American black comedy.She wrote and directed the short ‘The Perfect Fit’ (as a co-writer) and the movie ‘Girls! Girls! Girls!’ She also produced ‘Blues for Willadean,’ ‘Herpes Boy’ (as a co-producer), and ‘Judge Koan.’Family & Personal LifeBeth spent most of her life till her graduation in the Deep South region of the US. The family kept relocating within this region, which influenced Beth in shaping her personality.Her father took up various jobs, working as a teacher and a salesman, to provide for the family. It was her mother who inspired and motivated her to be a professional actor. Her grandmother also played a role in helping her pick up a few tricks of the acting industry.She is married to Michael Chieffo, an American actor. They have one daughter, Mary Elizabeth Chieffo, who has followed in the footsteps of her parents and has chosen acting as her profession. Facts About Beth Grant

Grant is known for her distinctive Southern accent, which has become a trademark of her performances and adds depth to the characters she portrays.

In addition to her acting career, Beth Grant is also a talented voiceover artist, lending her voice to animated films and television shows.Grant is a dedicated advocate for animal rights and has been involved in various charitable initiatives to support animal welfare causes.Despite her many dramatic roles, Beth Grant has a great sense of humor and is known for bringing laughter to the set with her witty remarks and infectious personality.

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