Annette Bening originally known as Annette Carol Bening is a 55-year-old American actor who has been nominated for Oscar, four times. She was born in Kansas to Shirley and Arnett Grant Bening on 29th May, 1958. Her father was a sales consultant and her mother was a singer. Annette is known for her roles in Grifter, American Beauty, Running with Scissors, The Kids are All right. She is of German and English descent. She has a sister Jane, and two brothers Bradley and Byron. She began her acting career from Junior School. She also worked as a cook on the charter boats and loved scuba diving. ... Read more