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JoBeth Williams

JoBeth Williams - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornDecember 06, 1948
Age77
BirthplaceHouston, Texas, United States
Zodiac SignSagittarius - (see also JoBeth Williams's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRat
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForStarring roles in 'Poltergeist' (1982), 'The Big Chill' (1983), and 'Kramer vs. Kramer' (1979); notable television appearances; directing television movies.

Intro

JoBeth Williams is an American actress and director, best known for her work in film and television since the late 1970s. She gained widespread recognition for her roles in films such as 'Poltergeist' and 'The Big Chill.' She has also directed television movies and earned multiple award nominations throughout her career.

Early Life & Background

JoBeth Williams was born to Frances Faye Williams, a dietitian, and Fredric Roger Williams, who was the manager of a wire and cable company. She attended Jones High School in Houston and went on to study at Brown University, where she began acting in theater productions.

Career Highlights

  • Portrayed Diane Freeling in 'Poltergeist' trilogy (1982, 1986, 1988).
  • Appeared in acclaimed films including 'Kramer vs. Kramer' (1979) and 'The Big Chill' (1983).
  • Nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards.
  • Directed the Emmy-nominated television movie 'On Hope' (1994).
  • President of the Screen Actors Guild Foundation from 2009–2015.

Trivia

  • She is married to director John Pasquin.
  • JoBeth Williams’s directorial debut 'On Hope' (1994) was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
  • She guest-starred as Dr. Abby O'Neil on the popular TV series 'Frasier.'

FAQs

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How old is JoBeth Williams?

JoBeth Williams is 77 years old.

When was JoBeth Williams born?

JoBeth Williams was born the 6 December 1948.

Where is JoBeth Williams from?

Houston, Texas, United States.

On Her Birth-Day

About December 6th, 1948, in brief:

  • Day of the week: December 6th, 1948 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/JoBeth_Williams
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001854/