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Martha Plimpton

Martha Plimpton is an accomplished American actress, known for her diverse roles across film, television, and stage. Beginning her career as a teen actress, she gained recognition in movies like "The Goonies" before transitioning to more mature roles. Plimpton has garnered critical acclaim throughout her career, including a Primetime Emmy Award and multiple Tony Award nominations, solidifying her status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry. Some of her other notable film credits include "The Mosquito Coast", "Running on Empty", and more recently "Mass" and "Frozen II".


5 hours ago : Martha Plimpton Reflects on Romance and River Phoenix's Struggles Before His Death.

Martha Plimpton, River Phoenix's ex, has made rare comments regarding their romance and Phoenix's struggles prior to his death at 23. She shared her memories of him.

2014: Article on Abortion Rights

In 2014, Martha Plimpton wrote an article criticizing the U.S. Supreme Court decisions in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby and McCullen v. Coakley. She revealed she had undergone multiple abortions. Her goal was to dismantle the shaming of women seeking abortion care, normalize the decision, and encourage women to be unashamed.

March 2016: LGBT Rights Advocacy

In March 2016, Martha Plimpton advocated for LGBT rights causes and stated in a Twitter post that transgender rights and abortion rights are linked.

September 2017: Controversial Abortion Comments

In September 2017, Martha Plimpton stirred controversy by stating she had multiple abortions and described one at Planned Parenthood in Seattle as her "best one".