History of Kathleen Turner in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 14, 2026

Kathleen Turner is a highly acclaimed American actress recognized for her unique, deep husky voice. She has garnered significant recognition throughout her career, including two Golden Globe Awards. Furthermore, Turner's talent has been acknowledged with nominations for an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, and two Tony Awards, highlighting her versatility and impact across various entertainment mediums.

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1984: Marriage to Jay Weiss

In 1984, Kathleen Turner married real estate entrepreneur Jay Weiss in New York City.

October 14, 1987: Birth of Daughter

On October 14, 1987, Kathleen Turner and her then-husband Jay Weiss welcomed their daughter, Rachel Ann Weiss, who later became a singer.

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1992: Experienced Pains and Fevers

In 1992, Kathleen Turner started experiencing "inexplicable pains and fevers."

November 2002: Admitted to Treatment Center

In November 2002, a few weeks after leaving 'The Graduate', Kathleen Turner was admitted to the Geisinger Marworth Treatment Center in Waverly, Pennsylvania, for the treatment of alcoholism.

December 2007: Divorce from Jay Weiss

In December 2007, Kathleen Turner and Jay Weiss finalized their divorce, though they remained close friends.

2008: Publication of Send Yourself Roses

In 2008, Kathleen Turner's memoirs, 'Send Yourself Roses: Thoughts on My Life, Love, and Leading Roles', co-written with Gloria Feldt, were published. This led to a defamation lawsuit from Nicolas Cage, regarding a claim in the book.

October 28, 2012: Appearance in Red Hot Patriot

On October 28, 2012, Kathleen Turner's performance in 'Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins', a play about Molly Ivins, concluded at Arena Stage in Washington, DC, after running since August.

February 2014: Appearance in Mother Courage and Her Children

In February 2014, Kathleen Turner appeared at Arena Stage in the title role of Bertolt Brecht's 'Mother Courage and Her Children'.

December 2014: Performance in Red Hot Patriot

In December 2014, Kathleen Turner performed in 'Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins' at Berkeley Repertory Theatre.

January 2015: Performance in Red Hot Patriot

In January 2015, Kathleen Turner performed in 'Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins' at Berkeley Repertory Theatre.

November 2016: Performance in The Year of Magical Thinking

In November 2016, Kathleen Turner concluded her performance as Joan Didion in the one-woman show 'The Year of Magical Thinking' at Arena Stage, after beginning in October. The play is based on Didion's memoir.

August 7, 2018: Vulture Interview Published

On August 7, 2018, Vulture published an in-depth interview with Kathleen Turner, which led to her name trending on Google due to her frankness and revelations.

2018: Comments on Reputation

In 2018, Kathleen Turner commented on her reputation for being difficult, attributing it to gender bias and recalling actress Eileen Atkins' unprofessional behavior on Broadway.

February 2019: Metropolitan Opera Debut

In February 2019, Kathleen Turner debuted at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, taking on the speaking role of The Duchess of Krakentorp in Donizetti's opera 'La fille du régiment'.