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Lynn Carlin

Lynn Carlin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 31, 1938
Age88
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, United States
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Lynn Carlin's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForHer role as Maria in John Cassavetes' film 'Faces', for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Intro

Lynn Carlin is an American actress best known for her Academy Award-nominated performance in the film 'Faces' (1968). She gained recognition during the late 1960s and 1970s for her roles in independent and dramatic films.

Early Life & Background

Lynn Carlin was born Mary Lynn Reynolds in Los Angeles, California. She worked as a secretary for director Robert Altman before transitioning to acting. She had no prior professional acting experience before being cast in 'Faces'.

Career Highlights

  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Faces' (1968).
  • Appeared in films such as 'Taking Off' (1971), 'James Joyce's Women' (1985), and 'Americathon' (1979).
  • Notable television roles include guest appearances on series such as 'Starsky & Hutch' and 'Barnaby Jones'.

Trivia

  • Lynn Carlin was the first non-professional actress to be nominated for an Academy Award.
  • Before her acting debut, she worked as a secretary for director Robert Altman.
  • She is the mother of musician Dan Carlin.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Lynn Carlin?

Lynn Carlin is 88 years old.

When was Lynn Carlin born?

Lynn Carlin was born the 31 January 1938.

Where is Lynn Carlin from?

Los Angeles, California, United States.

On Her Birth-Day

About January 31st, 1938, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Nazi War Economics Council was established to oversee the economic aspects of the war effort in Germany. This organization played a crucial role in the mobilization of resources for World War II.
  • Day of the week: January 31st, 1938 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: The Adventures of Robin Hood directed by Michael Curtiz, William Keighley

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynn_Carlin