Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Lorraine Bracco
Discover the career path of Lorraine Bracco, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Lorraine Bracco is an American actress celebrated for her roles as Jennifer Melfi in the acclaimed HBO series *The Sopranos* and as Karen Hill in Martin Scorsese's iconic film *Goodfellas*. Starting as a model in France and acting in Italian films during the 1980s, she transitioned to English-language cinema with *The Pick-up Artist* in 1987. Bracco's talent has garnered her nominations for prestigious awards, including an Academy Award and multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards, solidifying her status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
1974: Moved to France
In 1974, Lorraine Bracco moved to France and became a fashion model for Jean-Paul Gaultier.
1979: Film Debut in Duos sur canapé
In 1979, Lorraine Bracco made her film debut in Duos sur canapé, a film adaptation of a play by Marc Camoletti.
1987: English-language debut
In 1987, Lorraine Bracco made her English-language debut in The Pick-up Artist, followed by a role in Someone to Watch Over Me.
1987: Film Someone to Watch Over Me
In 1987, Lorraine Bracco was in the film Someone to Watch Over Me.
1989: Roles in Sing and The Dream Team
In 1989, Lorraine Bracco appeared in the films Sing and The Dream Team.
1990: Breakthrough role in Goodfellas
In 1990, Lorraine Bracco had her breakthrough role portraying Karen Hill in the Martin Scorsese film Goodfellas.
1990: Role in Goodfellas
In 1990, Lorraine Bracco played Karen Hill in Goodfellas, earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
1992: Films Medicine Man and Radio Flyer
In 1992, Lorraine Bracco appeared in the films Medicine Man and Radio Flyer.
1995: Films Hackers and The Basketball Diaries
In 1995, Lorraine Bracco acted in the films Hackers and The Basketball Diaries.
1999: Emmy Nomination for The Sopranos
In 1999, Lorraine Bracco received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in The Sopranos.
1999: The Sopranos Debut
In 1999, Lorraine Bracco starred as Jennifer Melfi in the HBO crime drama series The Sopranos.
2000: Golden Globe Nomination for The Sopranos
In 2000, Lorraine Bracco was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best TV Actress in a Drama for her role in The Sopranos.
2001: Emmy Nomination for The Sopranos
In 2001, Lorraine Bracco earned another Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in The Sopranos.
2001: Film Riding in Cars with Boys
In 2001, Lorraine Bracco was in the movie Riding in Cars with Boys.
2002: Golden Globe Nomination
In 2002, Lorraine Bracco received a Golden Globe nomination for her performance in The Sopranos.
2006: Bracco Wines on Top Chef
In 2006, Lorraine Bracco's wine line, Bracco Wines, was featured on the season finale of Bravo's show Top Chef.
2007: The Sopranos Ended & Emmy Nomination
In 2007, Lorraine Bracco concluded her role as Jennifer Melfi in The Sopranos and was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.
2007: Daniel Simone Interview
In 2007, Lorraine Bracco recounted to Daniel Simone how Lina Wertmüller inspired her to pursue acting after giving her a small part in the film Camorra.
2007: Emmy Nomination for The Sopranos
In 2007, Lorraine Bracco was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for The Sopranos.
2010: Co-starred on Rizzoli & Isles
From 2010, Lorraine Bracco co-starred on TNT's Rizzoli & Isles as Angela Rizzoli.
2015: Published To the Fullest
In 2015, Lorraine Bracco wrote a self-help book titled To the Fullest: The Clean Up Your Act Plan to Lose Weight, Rejuvenate, and Be the Best You Can Be.
2016: Recurring Role on Dice
From 2016, Lorraine Bracco had a recurring role on the Showtime comedy series Dice.
2017: Recurring Role on Blue Bloods
From 2017 to 2018, Lorraine Bracco had a recurring role as Mayor Margaret Dutton in the CBS police drama series Blue Bloods.
2018: Recurring Role on Blue Bloods
From 2017 to 2018, Lorraine Bracco had a recurring role as Mayor Margaret Dutton in the CBS police drama series Blue Bloods.
2020: Starred in My Big Italian Adventure
In 2020, Lorraine Bracco starred in the HGTV documentary television series My Big Italian Adventure.
2022: Voiced Sofia the Seagull in Pinocchio
In 2022, Lorraine Bracco voiced Sofia the Seagull in the Robert Zemeckis remake of Pinocchio.
2023: Starred in Jacir
In 2023, Lorraine Bracco starred in Waheed AlQawasmi's film Jacir as Meryl.
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