Faye Dunaway (Dorothy Faye Dunaway) was born on January 14, 1941, in Bascom, Florida, United States.
Film Career. Faye Dunaway is a celebrated American actress with a successful career in film, television, and theater. She is considered one of the Hollywood icons of the 1960s and 1970s.
Education and Training. After attending Boston University and the University of Florida, Dunaway studied acting at the American National Theater and Academy. She honed her theatrical skills on Broadway before embarking on her film career.
Early Career. Faye Dunaway began gaining prominence with her role in the film "Bonnie and Clyde" (1967), where she portrayed Bonnie Parker. The film became a cinema classic and marked the start of her rise in Hollywood.
Personal Life. Dunaway has been married twice and has a daughter, Liam Dunaway O'Neill, from her relationship with photographer Terry O'Neill. Her personal life has often been the subject of media speculation.
Interests and Hobbies. Faye Dunaway has been passionate about painting and visual art. She has also shown interest in fashion and vintage fashion.
4 Important Films:
"Bonnie and Clyde" (1967): This film was a turning point in Dunaway's career, earning her an Oscar nomination for her role as Bonnie Parker.
"Network" (1976): Faye Dunaway won an Oscar for Best Actress for her role as Diana Christensen in this film. Her portrayal of a ruthless television network executive was critically acclaimed.
"Chinatown" (1974): Dunaway starred alongside Jack Nicholson in this classic film noir, once again showcasing her versatility as an actress.
"Mommie Dearest" (1981): In this biographical film, Faye Dunaway played the role of Joan Crawford, a legendary actress. Her performance was intense and memorable.
Filmography
The Happening (1967) - Director: Elliot Silverstein
Bonnie and Clyde (1967) - Director: Arthur Penn
The Thomas Crown Affair (1968) - Director: Norman Jewison
Amanti (1968) - Director: Vittorio De Sica
The Extraordinary Seaman (1969) - Director: John Frankenheimer
The Arrangement (1969) - Director: Elia Kazan
Little Big Man (1970) - Director: Arthur Penn
Puzzle of a Downfall Child (1970) - Director: Jerry Schatzberg
Doc (1971) - Director: Frank Perry
The Deadly Trap (1971) - Director: René Clément
Oklahoma Crude (1973) - Director: Stanley Kramer
Chinatown (1974) - Director: Roman Polanski
Three Days of the Condor (1975) - Director: Sydney Pollack
Network (1976) - Director: Sidney Lumet
Eyes of Laura Mars (1978) - Director: Irvin Kershner
The Champ (1979) - Director: Franco Zeffirelli
Mommie Dearest (1981) - Director: Frank Perry
The Wicked Lady (1983) - Director: Michael Winner
Supergirl (1984) - Director: Jeannot Szwarc
Barfly (1987) - Director: Barbet Schroeder
The Handmaid's Tale (1990) - Director: Volker Schlöndorff
Arizona Dream (1993) - Director: Emir Kusturica
Don Juan DeMarco (1995) - Director: Jeremy Leven
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc (1999) - Director: Luc Besson
The Rules of Attraction (2002) - Director: Roger Avary
The Bye Bye Man (2017) - Director: Stacy Title
AWARDS
Academy Awards (Oscars):
- Best Actress: Won for "Network" (1976).
- She has also received other nominations, including for "Chinatown" (1974) and "Bonnie and Clyde" (1967).
BAFTA Awards:
- Received nominations for "Chinatown" and "Network".
Emmy Awards:
- Received nominations for her work in television.