Age, Biography and Wiki
Diane Venora is an American actress who has appeared in numerous films and television shows. She is best known for her roles in the films Heat (1995), The Insider (1999), and The Birdcage (1996).
Venora was born on August 10, 1952 in East Hartford, Connecticut. She attended the University of Connecticut, where she studied theater and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1974.
Venora began her acting career in the late 1970s, appearing in several off-Broadway productions. She made her film debut in the 1981 drama The Chosen, and went on to appear in films such as The Cotton Club (1984), Heat (1995), The Birdcage (1996), and The Insider (1999).
In addition to her film work, Venora has also appeared in numerous television shows, including Law & Order, NYPD Blue, and The West Wing. She has also appeared in several stage productions, including the Broadway production of The Real Thing.
Venora is currently married to actor and director Peter Masterson. The couple has two children.
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| Occupation |
Actress |
| Age |
71 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Leo |
| Born |
10 August, 1952 |
| Birthday |
10 August |
| Birthplace |
East Hartford, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States |
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She is a member of famous Actress with the age 71 years old group.
Diane Venora Height, Weight & Measurements
At 71 years old, Diane Venora height is 1.65 m .
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| Height |
1.65 m |
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Who Is Diane Venora's Husband?
Her husband is Andrzej Bartkowiak (m. 1980-1989)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Husband |
Andrzej Bartkowiak (m. 1980-1989) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Madzia Bartkowiak Horgan |
Diane Venora Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Diane Venora worth at the age of 71 years old? Diane Venora’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actress. She is from United States. We have estimated
Diane Venora's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2022 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Actress |
Diane Venora Social Network
Timeline
In 1995, she starred opposite Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in Heat, earning high regard from both critics and audiences for her portrayal of Justine Hanna, the Pacino character's troubled wife. Other performances include Juliet's mother in Romeo + Juliet (1996), The Jackal (1997), The 13th Warrior (1999), and The Insider (1999). She was most recently seen in the 2010 film All Good Things.
In 1994, after taking five years off to care for her daughter, Venora landed a starring role in the TV series Thunder Alley, followed by a recurring role as plastic surgeon Geri Infante in the TV series Chicago Hope.
In 1988, her critically acclaimed performance in Clint Eastwood's biographical feature of Charlie Parker, Bird, as Chan Parker, his wife, earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination and the New York Film Critics Circle Award.
After graduation, Venora performed extensively on the stage, particularly in Shakespearean plays. She made her film debut alongside Albert Finney and Gregory Hines in Wolfen (1981). In 1983, she starred in Joseph Papp's production of Hamlet at the New York Shakespeare Festival in the lead role, the first woman to play the role at the prestigious showcase. She has a long history with Hamlet, having played the title role, having played Ophelia opposite Kevin Kline, and having played Gertrude onscreen opposite Ethan Hawke.
Venora was married to cinematographer Andrzej Bartkowiak in 1980; the couple divorced in 1989. The same year, she took some time out from show business to spend more time with her daughter Madzia, then eight years old. During her hiatus, Venora lived in New York City, teaching disadvantaged children and acting in an occasional play. In 1994, Venora and her daughter moved to Los Angeles.
Venora graduated from the Juilliard School in 1977 and made her film debut in 1981 opposite Albert Finney in Wolfen. She won the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the 1988 film Bird directed by Clint Eastwood. Her other films include The Cotton Club (1984), Heat (1995), Romeo + Juliet (1996), The Jackal (1997), The Insider (1999) and Hamlet (2000).
Venora was born in East Hartford, Connecticut, one of six children of Marie (née Brooks) and Robert P. Venora, who owned a dry cleaning establishment. Diane graduated from East Hartford High School (class of 1970), during which she was active in musicals and plays. She studied at Boston Conservatory of Music and two years later won a scholarship to Juilliard School in New York City, where she graduated in 1977. At Juilliard she was a member of the Drama Department's Group 6 (1973–1977), which included Kelsey Grammer, Harriet Sansom Harris, and Robin Williams.
Diane Venora (born August 10, 1952) is an American stage, television and film actress.
