Amy Madigan
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Early Life and Education
Amy Madigan was born on September 11, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois. Her father, John Madigan, was a well-known journalist who worked for Newsweek and frequently appeared as a commentator on programs such as Face the Nation and Meet the Press. He interviewed many prominent political figures throughout his career. Her mother was an amateur actress and also worked as an administrative assistant. Following her mother's passing, her father remarried a year later.
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- Birth Date
- 11 Sep, 1950
- Age
- 69 yrs
- Citizenship
- United States of America
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- Birth Place
- Chicago
- Gender
- Female
- Description
- American actress
- Spouse
- Ed Harris [M. 1983]
- Net Worth 2021
- 25 million
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Madigan was raised in a Catholic household and attended local Catholic schools, where she developed an early interest in the performing arts. She participated in various school plays and pursued music, studying piano at the Chicago Conservatory of Music during the 1960s. She later earned a degree in philosophy from Marquette University. In 1974, she moved to Los Angeles to study acting professionally, marking the beginning of her career in the entertainment industry.
Early Career in Music and Transition to Acting
Before turning to acting, Amy Madigan was the lead vocalist in a rock band called Jelly. The band released an album titled A True Story in 1977. In 1978, she posed for Playboy magazine to promote the band’s music. Eventually, she transitioned from music to acting, beginning with a guest role in a 1981 episode of the television series Hart to Hart. That same year, she also appeared in the TV movie Crazy Times.
Madigan made her film debut in 1982 with Love Child, earning a Golden Globe Award nomination for her performance. She continued to take on dynamic roles, appearing in the acclaimed television movie The Day After (1983) and the film Streets of Fire (1984). In 1985, she was again nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in Twice in a Lifetime.
Stage Career and Notable Performances
In addition to film and television, Amy Madigan achieved significant success in theater. She made her off-Broadway debut in 1987 as Sue Jack in The Lucky Spot. In 1988, she appeared in A Lie of the Mind and also received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in The Prince of Pennsylvania. She won a Drama-Logue Award in 1990 for her role in Stevie Wants to Play the Blues.
Her Broadway debut came in 1992 with her portrayal of Stella Kowalski in A Streetcar Named Desire, a performance that earned her critical acclaim. In 1996, she co-produced a television film with her husband, actor Ed Harris, and also acted in the film.
