Jamie Lee Curtis was born in 1958 in Santa Monica, California. She began her acting career in 1977 and rose to prominence with her debut film role as Laurie Strode in the 1978 horror classic Halloween. The movie's success launched her career, making her one of the most recognizable figures in the horror genre and solidifying her status as a "scream queen."
Following her success in Halloween, Curtis continued to take on prominent roles in other films. In 1980, she starred as Kim Hammond in the slasher film Prom Night, garnering a Genie Award nomination for Best Performance by a Foreign Actress. Her performance in the 1983 comedy Trading Places earned her a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. These roles helped expand her reputation beyond horror films.
In 1988, Curtis took on the role of Wanda Gershwitz in the hit film A Fish Called Wanda. The film was both a critical and commercial success, earning her nominations for both the Golden Globe and BAFTA Awards for Best Actress. She sustained her momentum with acclaimed performances in movies such as True Lies (1994), in which she portrayed Helen Tasker. Her performance received praise from both audiences and critics, leading to a Golden Globe win for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
Curtis continued her streak with the 2003 film Freaky Friday, where she played Tess Coleman alongside Lindsay Lohan. This performance earned her nominations for a Golden Globe, Saturn Award, and Satellite Award. She later made a guest appearance on the television series Veronica Mars in the role of Gayle Buckley.
| Net Worth 2021: | 60 million |
