Patricia Arquette

About

Patricia Arquette is an accomplished American actress, born on April 8, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois. She comes from a family of actors, including her grandfather Cliff Arquette and brother David Arquette. Patricia made her film debut in 1987's "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors". She gained prominence for her roles in movies like "True Romance" (1993), and "Boyhood" (2014), the latter earning her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Arquette has also been successful on television, winning a Primetime Emmy Award for her role in the crime drama "Medium". Additionally, she received acclaim for her work in the 2019 limited series "The Act". Off-screen, Patricia is known for her advocacy work, particularly in the area of equal pay for women.

Associated With

Patricia Arquette has had numerous associations within the entertainment industry. As an acclaimed American actress, she has collaborated with many notable figures, such as Christian Slater in the cult movie "True Romance," and Richard Linklater in "Boyhood," for which she won an Academy Award. Arquette comes from a well-known acting family, with siblings David Arquette, Rosanna Arquette, Alexis Arquette, and Richmond Arquette, all of whom are involved in show business. She was married to actor Nicolas Cage from 1995 to 2001, and later, actor Thomas Jane from 2006 to 2011. Professionally, Patricia has also shared the screen with stars like Ethan Hawke and Ellar Coltrane in her critically acclaimed projects.

Career Highlights

• 1987: Patricia Arquette began her acting career with "Pretty Old Boy" and "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors".
• 1991: Garnering more recognition, Arquette starred in Sean Penn's directorial debut "The Indian Runner".
• 1993: She had one of her breakthrough performances in Tony Scott's "True Romance".
• 1996: Arquette experienced mainstream success with "Flirting with Disaster" and the thriller "Lost Highway".
• 2000: Gained a new level of fame after starring in "Stigmata" and "Bringing Out the Dead".
• 2002: She was cast as the lead in the supernatural drama series "Medium" which ran until 2011, earning her an Emmy Award in 2005.
• 2006: Arquette received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• 2014: Arquette starred in Richard Linklater's "Boyhood" released, a project that had been filmed over a 12-year period, starting in 2002, for which she earned an Academy Award, BAFTA Award, Critics’ Choice Award, Golden Globe Award, and SAG Award in 2015.
• 2018: She depicted Joyce "Tilly" Mitchell in Showtime's "Escape at Dannemora" and Gypsy Blanchard’s overprotective mother in Hulu's "The Act" (2019) – both performances won her Primetime Emmy Awards.
• 2020: Arquette appeared in the miniseries "Hollywood" as a fictionalized version of actress Anna May Wong's agent.

Notable Awards

• Patricia Arquette has won numerous awards for her performances, including:
• Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in "Boyhood" in 2015.
• BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for "Boyhood" in 2015.
• Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture for "Boyhood" in 2015.
• Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for "Escape at Dannemora" in 2019.
• Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Miniseries or Television Film for "Escape at Dannemora" in 2019.
• Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for "The Act" in 2019.
• These are just the highlights; she has also received other nominations and awards throughout her career.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Patricia Arquette Movie/TV Show?

Patricia Arquette is a celebrated actress, but perhaps her most popular role has been in the critically acclaimed television series "Medium" where she played the character of Allison DuBois, a psychic medium working for the Phoenix DA's office. The show ran for seven seasons from 2005 to 2011 and garnered Patricia with an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. In terms of film, her role as Olivia Evans in "Boyhood" is also quite notable and famous. It was filmed over 12 years, capturing the lead character's journey from childhood to adult life, and Patricia's performance earned her multiple awards, including an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.

How Did Patricia Arquette Get Famous?

Patricia Arquette gained fame primarily through her acting career in both film and television. She debuted in the film industry in 1987 with the film "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors". However, her breakthrough came from her role in the film "True Romance" in 1993. She furthered her fame with notable roles in films such as "Ed Wood," "Flirting with Disaster," and "Boyhood," for which she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2015. In television, her performances in series like "Medium" and "The Act" also brought her significant recognition and acclaim.