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Ann Dowd

Ann Dowd is a prolific American actress recognized for her extensive filmography. She has appeared in diverse movies such as *Green Card*, *Lorenzo's Oil*, *Philadelphia*, *Garden State*, *The Manchurian Candidate*, *Marley & Me*, *Compliance*, *Side Effects*, *St. Vincent*, *Captain Fantastic*, *Hereditary*, and *Mass*. Her performance in *Compliance* earned her the National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actress. Additionally, she received nominations for a British Academy Film Award and a Critics' Choice Award for her role in *Mass*.

3 hours ago : Ann Dowd returns as Aunt Lydia in 'The Testaments,' Handmaid's Tale sequel.

Ann Dowd reprises her role as Aunt Lydia in 'The Testaments,' the anticipated TV sequel to 'The Handmaid's Tale.' Dowd expressed excitement about returning to the character and exploring the new storyline.

January 30, 1956: Ann Dowd's Birth

On January 30, 1956, Ann Dowd was born, marking the beginning of her life and eventual career as an American actress.

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1978: Graduation from College of the Holy Cross

In 1978, Ann Dowd graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts.

1985: First Appearance in First Steps

In 1985, Ann Dowd made her first appearance in the television movie "First Steps" with Megan Mullally.

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1987: Jeff Award for The Normal Heart

In 1987, Ann Dowd won a Jeff Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "The Normal Heart".

1990: Appearance in Green Card

In 1990, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Green Card".

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1992: Appearance in Lorenzo's Oil

In 1992, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Lorenzo's Oil".

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1993: Appearance in Philadelphia

In 1993, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Philadelphia".

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1993: Broadway Debut in Candida

In 1993, Ann Dowd made her Broadway debut in the play "Candida" starring Mary Steenburgen, receiving the Clarence Derwent Award for her performance.

1995: Portrayal of Rose Long in Kingfish

In 1995, Ann Dowd portrayed Rose Long in the television movie "Kingfish", opposite John Goodman.

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1996: Appearance in Taking Sides

In 1996, Ann Dowd appeared in "Taking Sides" on Broadway with Elizabeth Marvel and Vera Farmiga.

1997: Starring in Shiloh and All Over Me

In 1997, Ann Dowd starred in "Shiloh" and the cult film "All Over Me".

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1998: Appearance in Apt Pupil

In 1998, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Apt Pupil", playing the mother of Brad Renfro's character.

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1999: Appearance in Shiloh 2: Shiloh Season

In 1999, Ann Dowd appeared in "Shiloh 2: Shiloh Season" as Louise Preston.

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2004: Roles in The Manchurian Candidate, Garden State and The Forgotten

In 2004, Ann Dowd appeared in "The Manchurian Candidate", "Garden State", and "The Forgotten".

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2004: Appearances in Garden State and The Manchurian Candidate

In 2004, Ann Dowd appeared in the films "Garden State" and "The Manchurian Candidate".

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2005: Role in The Notorious Bettie Page

In 2005, Ann Dowd starred in "The Notorious Bettie Page", portraying Edna Page, Bettie Page's mother.

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2006: Roles in Saving Shiloh and Flags of Our Fathers

In 2006, Ann Dowd appeared in "Saving Shiloh" as Louise Preston and played Mrs. Strank in Clint Eastwood's "Flags of Our Fathers".

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2007: Role in Doubt at George Street Playhouse

In 2007, Ann Dowd played Sister Aloysius in "Doubt" at the George Street Playhouse, receiving critical acclaim.

2008: Appearance in Marley & Me

In 2008, Ann Dowd appeared in "Marley & Me" starring Jennifer Aniston.

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2009: Appearance in The Informant!

In 2009, Ann Dowd played a supporting role in the film "The Informant!".

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2011: Off-Broadway in Blood from a Stone

In 2011, Ann Dowd performed Off-Broadway in "Blood from a Stone", playing the mother of Ethan Hawke.

2012: Appearance in Compliance

In 2012, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Compliance", winning the National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role.

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2013: Appearance in Side Effects

In 2013, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Side Effects".

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2014: Appearance in St. Vincent

In 2014, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "St. Vincent".

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2014: Series Regular on The Leftovers

In 2014, Ann Dowd became a series regular on the HBO series "The Leftovers", receiving a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her role.

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2015: Starred in Night Is a Room

In 2015, Ann Dowd starred in Naomi Wallace's play "Night Is a Room" at Signature Theater.

May 27, 2016: Honorary Doctorate from College of the Holy Cross

On May 27, 2016, Ann Dowd's alma mater, College of the Holy Cross, conferred an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree on her.

2016: Appearance in Captain Fantastic

In 2016, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Captain Fantastic".

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2017: Starring in The Handmaid's Tale

In 2017, Ann Dowd began starring as Aunt Lydia Clements on the Hulu series "The Handmaid's Tale", for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award.

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2018: Appearance in Hereditary

In 2018, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Hereditary".

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2021: Appearance in Mass

In 2021, Ann Dowd appeared in the film "Mass", earning nominations for a British Academy Film Award and a Critics' Choice Award for her performance.

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2021: Cast as Edna Garrett

In 2021, Ann Dowd was cast as Edna Garrett for the third installment of "Live in Front of a Studio Audience" on ABC.

2025: The Handmaid's Tale

In 2025, Ann Dowd will still be in "The Handmaid's Tale".

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