History of Madeleine Stowe in Timeline
Madeleine Stowe is an American actress who gained prominence in the late 1980s and 1990s. Starting with television roles, she transitioned to film, achieving recognition for her role in the crime-comedy *Stakeout* (1987). She went on to star in several notable films, including *Revenge*, *Unlawful Entry*, *The Last of the Mohicans*, *Blink*, *12 Monkeys*, *The General's Daughter*, and *We Were Soldiers*. Stowe received critical acclaim for her performance in the independent film *Short Cuts* (1993), earning the National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actress.
August 18, 1958: Madeleine Stowe's Birth
On August 18, 1958, Madeleine Stowe was born. She is an American actress known for her roles in film and television.
1978: Television Debut
In 1978, Madeleine Stowe debuted in an episode of the police drama series "Baretta" and played Mary in the television movie, "The Nativity (1978)".
1981: Starred in The Gangster Chronicles
In 1981, Madeleine Stowe starred in the NBC miniseries "The Gangster Chronicles" alongside Brian Benben, who would later become her husband.
1982: Marriage to Brian Benben
In 1982, Madeleine Stowe married Brian Benben, whom she met on the set of "The Gangster Chronicles".
1984: TV Films and Music Video Appearance
In 1984, Madeleine Stowe starred in the television film "Amazons" and was featured in the music video for JD Souther's song "Go Ahead And Rain".
1986: Starred in Blood & Orchids
In 1986, Madeleine Stowe starred in the television film "Blood & Orchids".
1987: Breakthrough Role in Stakeout
In 1987, Madeleine Stowe appeared in the crime-comedy film "Stakeout", which marked her breakthrough role in feature films.
1988: Role in Tropical Snow
In 1988, Madeleine Stowe played a leading role in Ciro Durán's film "Tropical Snow", alongside David Carradine.
1989: Co-starred in Revenge
In 1989, Madeleine Stowe co-starred with Kevin Costner in the thriller "Revenge".
1990: Stowe Stars in Revenge
In 1990, Madeleine Stowe starred in the film "Revenge", expanding her presence in leading film roles.
1990: Appearance in The Two Jakes
In 1990, Madeleine Stowe starred opposite Jack Nicholson in "The Two Jakes".
1991: Role in Closet Land
In 1991, Madeleine Stowe played a leading role in the independent film "Closet Land".
1992: Roles in Unlawful Entry and The Last of the Mohicans
In 1992, Madeleine Stowe starred in two films: "Unlawful Entry", a crime drama, and "The Last of the Mohicans", where she played Cora Munro, boosting her status as an A-list movie star.
1993: Award for Best Supporting Actress
In 1993, Madeleine Stowe won the National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film "Short Cuts".
1994: Named One of People's "50 Most Beautiful People"
In 1994, Madeleine Stowe was named one of People magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People in the World".
1995: Role in 12 Monkeys
In 1995, Madeleine Stowe starred in the financially successful science-fiction movie "12 Monkeys".
1995: Chosen as One of Empire's "100 Sexiest Stars"
In 1995, Madeleine Stowe was chosen by Empire as one of the "100 Sexiest Stars in Film History".
1996: Postponed Acting Career
In 1996, Madeleine Stowe postponed her acting career to focus on family life, settling in a Texas ranch.
1998: Comeback with The Proposition and Playing by Heart
In 1998, Madeleine Stowe returned to acting with roles in "The Proposition" and "Playing by Heart".
1999: Appearance in The General's Daughter
In 1999, Madeleine Stowe appeared in "The General's Daughter" opposite John Travolta.
2001: Starred in Impostor
In 2001, Madeleine Stowe starred in the science-fiction film "Impostor".
2002: Roles in We Were Soldiers and Avenging Angelo
In 2002, Madeleine Stowe played Julia Moore in the war film "We Were Soldiers" with Mel Gibson and starred in "Avenging Angelo" opposite Sylvester Stallone.
2002: Role in We Were Soldiers
In 2002, Madeleine Stowe starred in the war film "We Were Soldiers".
2003: Starred in Octane
In 2003, Madeleine Stowe starred in the thriller "Octane" as Senga Wilson.
2007: Recurring Role in Raines
In 2007, Madeleine Stowe appeared in the recurring role of Dr. Samantha Kohl in Jeff Goldblum's detective drama "Raines" on NBC. The series was canceled after two months.
2008: Founded Artists for Peace and Justice
In 2008, Madeleine Stowe traveled to Haiti and helped found Artists for Peace and Justice. She is on the board of directors of the foundation.
2009: Starred in The Christmas Hope
In 2009, Madeleine Stowe starred in the Lifetime movie "The Christmas Hope".
2011: Stars in Revenge
In 2011, Madeleine Stowe began starring as Victoria Grayson in the ABC drama series "Revenge".
April 2012: Listed in People Magazine's Most Beautiful Woman List
In April 2012, Madeleine Stowe was listed at No. 5 in People magazine's annual Most Beautiful Woman list.
2012: Nominated for Golden Globe Award
In 2012, Madeleine Stowe was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama for her role in "Revenge".
2015: End of Revenge Series
In 2015, the television series "Revenge", starring Madeleine Stowe, ended after four seasons.
June 2016: Guest Host on Turner Classic Movies
In June 2016, Madeleine Stowe guest hosted primetime films on Turner Classic Movies, appearing in wraparounds on the channel.
2019: Starred in Soundtrack
In 2019, Madeleine Stowe returned to acting, starring as Margot Weston in the Netflix musical drama series "Soundtrack".
2025: Resides in Memphis, Tennessee
As of 2025, Madeleine Stowe resides in Memphis, Tennessee, in the Midtown historic district of Chickasaw Gardens.
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