History of Jennifer Tilly in Timeline
Jennifer Tilly is an American-Canadian actress and professional poker player, recognized for her distinctive voice and comedic talent. She's received a Saturn Award and a GLAAD Award, and has been nominated for an Academy Award and two MTV Movie Awards, solidifying her presence in the entertainment industry.
September 16, 1958: Jennifer Tilly's Birth
On September 16, 1958, Jennifer Tilly, originally named Jennifer Ellen Chan, was born. She is an American-Canadian actress and professional poker player.
1983: Role in Hill Street Blues
In 1983, Jennifer Tilly had small roles and a recurring guest role on Hill Street Blues as Gina Srignoli.
1984: Marriage to Sam Simon
In 1984, Jennifer Tilly married Sam Simon, developer and producer of The Simpsons.
1989: Film Credit: The Fabulous Baker Boys
In 1989, Jennifer Tilly appeared in the film The Fabulous Baker Boys.
1989: Role in Let It Ride
In 1989, Jennifer Tilly had a prominent role in the comedy Let It Ride, starring Richard Dreyfuss.
1991: Divorce from Sam Simon
In 1991, Jennifer Tilly divorced Sam Simon, developer and producer of The Simpsons.
1993: Film Credit: Made in America
In 1993, Jennifer Tilly appeared in the movie Made in America.
1994: Nomination for Academy Award
In 1994, Jennifer Tilly achieved a feature film breakthrough with her supporting role as Olive Neal in Bullets Over Broadway, earning her an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
1994: Academy Award Nomination for Bullets Over Broadway
In 1994, Jennifer Tilly was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Olive Neal in Woody Allen's comedy Bullets Over Broadway.
1996: Acclaim for Bound
In 1996, Jennifer Tilly earned acclaim for her portrayal of Violet, a lesbian femme fatale, in the film Bound.
1996: Starring role in Bound
In 1996, Jennifer Tilly starred in Bound, directed by the Wachowskis, playing one half of a lesbian couple opposite Gina Gershon.
1997: Role in Liar Liar
In 1997, Jennifer Tilly played Samantha Cole in the Jim Carrey comedy Liar Liar.
1998: Film Credit: Music from Another Room
In 1998, Jennifer Tilly appeared in Music from Another Room.
1998: Introduction as Tiffany Valentine
In 1998, Jennifer Tilly gained popularity for portraying serial killer Tiffany Valentine in Bride of Chucky, the fourth installment of the Child's Play horror movie series.
1998: Role in Bride of Chucky
In 1998, Jennifer Tilly gained widespread recognition for playing Tiffany Valentine in Bride of Chucky, marking the beginning of her long association with the Child's Play film series.
1999: Film Credit: Stuart Little
In 1999, Jennifer Tilly appeared in Stuart Little.
1999: Voice Acting in Family Guy
Since 1999, Jennifer Tilly has been voicing the character Bonnie Swanson on the Fox animated sitcom Family Guy.
2000: Dancing at the Blue Iguana
In 2000, Jennifer Tilly starred in Dancing at the Blue Iguana, playing a stripper and part-time dominatrix.
2001: Film and Stage Appearances
In 2001, Jennifer Tilly appeared in The Cat's Meow and Monsters, Inc., as well as the Broadway revival of The Women.
2001: Portrayal of Louella Parsons
In 2001, Jennifer Tilly portrayed gossip columnist Louella Parsons in Peter Bogdanovich's historical drama The Cat's Meow.
2001: Starring Role in The Women
In 2001, Jennifer Tilly starred as Crystal Allen in the Broadway revival of The Women.
2002: Role in The Magnificent Ambersons
In 2002, Jennifer Tilly played Fanny Minafer in the made-for-TV remake of Orson Welles' The Magnificent Ambersons.
2003: Film Credit: The Haunted Mansion
In 2003, Jennifer Tilly had a role in The Haunted Mansion.
2004: Dual Role in Seed of Chucky
In 2004, Jennifer Tilly played a dual role in Seed of Chucky, providing the voice for Tiffany and playing an exaggerated version of herself, earning her nominations for awards.
2004: Film Credit: Home on the Range
In 2004, Jennifer Tilly was credited in Home on the Range.
2004: Relationship with Phil Laak
Since 2004, Jennifer Tilly has been in a relationship with professional poker player Phil Laak.
June 27, 2005: World Series of Poker Bracelet Win
On June 27, 2005, Jennifer Tilly won a World Series of Poker bracelet (and $158,625) in the Ladies' No-Limit Texas hold 'em event, beating 600 other players.
September 1, 2005: World Poker Tour Ladies Invitational Tournament Win
On September 1, 2005, Jennifer Tilly won the third World Poker Tour Ladies Invitational Tournament held at the Bicycle Casino in Bell Gardens.
2005: Film Credit: Tideland
In 2005, Jennifer Tilly appeared in the film Tideland.
2005: World Series of Poker Win
In 2005, Jennifer Tilly became the first celebrity to win a World Series of Poker bracelet.
2005: Poker Career Interest
In 2005, Jennifer Tilly stated in a television interview that she was more interested in pursuing poker than acting at that point in her career.
May 2006: Cancellation of Out of Practice
In May 2006, the sitcom Out of Practice, starring Jennifer Tilly, Henry Winkler, and Stockard Channing, was cancelled.
June 14, 2006: Celebrity Poker Showdown Appearance
On June 14, 2006, Jennifer Tilly appeared in the Celebrity Poker Showdown on Bravo, finishing in third place.
2007: Appearance in World Series of Poker Game
In 2007, Jennifer Tilly and her boyfriend Phil Laak appeared in the World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions 2007 Edition video game by Activision.
December 2008: Retirement from Poker
In December 2008, Jennifer Tilly announced her retirement from poker as a career.
2008: Return to Film and Television Career
Around the end of 2008, Jennifer Tilly returned to her film and television career.
2009: Chinese Film Debut
In 2009, Jennifer Tilly made her Chinese film debut in Christina Yao's film Empire of Silver, playing Mrs. Landdeck.
2009: Premiered at the Royal Court Theatre in London
In 2009, Jennifer Tilly starred in Grasses of a Thousand Colors which premiered at the Royal Court Theatre in London.
January 2010: Resumption of Poker Career
In January 2010, Jennifer Tilly resumed her poker career.
2012: Broadway Revival: Don't Dress for Dinner
In 2012, Jennifer Tilly appeared in the Broadway revival of Don't Dress for Dinner.
2012: Return to Broadway in Don't Dress for Dinner
In 2012, Jennifer Tilly returned to Broadway in Don't Dress for Dinner, receiving an Audience Choice Award nomination.
2013: Return as Tiffany in Curse of Chucky
In 2013, Jennifer Tilly reprised her role as Tiffany Valentine in Curse of Chucky.
2013: Starring in Grasses of a Thousand Colors
In 2013, Jennifer Tilly starred in the Wallace Shawn/Andre Gregory collaboration Grasses of a Thousand Colors, which moved to the Joseph Papp Theater.
2014: Nomination for PokerListings' Spirit of Poker Living Legend Award
In 2014, Jennifer Tilly was nominated for PokerListings' Spirit of Poker Living Legend Award.
2014: PokerListings Nomination
In 2014, she was nominated for PokerListings' Spirit of Poker Living Legend Award.
2017: Role in Cult of Chucky
In 2017, Jennifer Tilly reprised her role as Tiffany in Cult of Chucky.
2018: Receiving Proceeds from The Simpsons
As of 2018, Jennifer Tilly receives 30 percent of net proceeds from Sam Simon's estate from The Simpsons.
July 2019: Live Tournament Winnings Exceed $1 Million
As of July 2019, Jennifer Tilly's live tournament winnings exceeded $1 million.
2019: Tournament Winnings Exceed $1 Million
As of 2019, Jennifer Tilly's live tournament winnings exceeded $1 million.
2021: Tiffany in the TV Series Chucky
In 2021, Jennifer Tilly appeared as Tiffany in the television series Chucky.
2021: Reprising Tiffany Valentine in Chucky
In 2021, Jennifer Tilly reprised her role as Tiffany Valentine in the Syfy/USA show Chucky, continuing her association with the Child's Play franchise.
2024: Continued role in Chucky
In 2024, Jennifer Tilly continues to play Tiffany Valentine in Chucky
2024: Appearance on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
In 2024, it was announced that Jennifer Tilly would appear on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as a friend of the housewives for the fourteenth season.
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