Sally Field

About

Sally Field is an award-winning American actress, born on November 6, 1946, in Pasadena, California. She first gained fame in the mid-1960s with leading roles in television sitcoms "Gidget" and "The Flying Nun". Transitioning to the big screen, she received recognition and accolades, including two Academy Awards for Best Actress for her performances in "Norma Rae" (1979) and "Places in the Heart" (1984). She's been in many notable films, including "Steel Magnolias," "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "Forrest Gump". Not just limited to acting, Field has also worked behind the scenes as a director and screenwriter. Her contributions to the film industry led to her receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Kennedy Center Honors in 2019.

Associated With

Sally Field has had numerous associations within the industry both professionally and personally. Her acting career exploded when she starred in the TV show "Gidget" and later "The Flying Nun". She collaborated with director Martin Ritt in movies like "Norma Rae" and "Murphy's Romance", earning an Academy Award for the former. She has acted alongside some of the industry's top names, including Tom Hanks in "Forrest Gump" and "Punchline", and Robin Williams in "Mrs. Doubtfire". Field was also married to film producer Alan Greisman from 1984-1994, and had a noted long-term relationship with Burt Reynolds, with whom she co-starred in the popular "Smokey and the Bandit" series. Field also worked with legendary actors like Paul Newman in "Absence Of Malice" and Clint Eastwood in "The Outlaw Josey Wales".

Career Highlights

• 1965: Sally Field began her career as television actress in "Gidget".
• 1967-1970: She gained fame for her role in "The Flying Nun".
• 1976: She won her first Emmy Award for her role in the television film "Sybil".
• 1979: Field won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal in "Norma Rae".
• 1980: She won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama for "Norma Rae".
• 1984: She gathered critical acclaim for her role in “Places in the Heart”, for which she received an Academy Award for the Best Actress.
• 1985: Field was awarded the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama for "Places in the Heart".
• 2000: Field was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• 2001-2006: She was part of the hit show "ER," for which she won her third Emmy Award in 2001.
• 2007-2012: Field starred in the drama series "Brothers & Sisters," winning her third Emmy Award in 2007.
• 2012: She received critical acclaim and various nominations including her third Oscar nomination for her role as Mary Todd Lincoln in Spielberg's film "Lincoln".
• 2015: Field was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
• 2019: Field was bestowed with Kennedy Center Honors, for lifetime achievements throughout the performing arts.

Notable Awards

• Sally Field is an accomplished American actress who has won several notable awards. These include:
• Academy Awards: She won in the Best Actress category twice, for "Norma Rae" in 1979 and "Places in the Heart" in 1984.
• Golden Globe Awards: She won three times, for "Smokey and the Bandit" in 1977, "Norma Rae" in 1979, and again for "Places in the Heart" in 1984. She also won the same award for her work in the TV series "Brothers & Sisters" in 2007.
• Primetime Emmy Awards: She won for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for "Brothers & Sisters" in 2007, as well as for "ER" in 2001 and "Sybil" in 1976.
• Screen Actors Guild Awards: She won for "Lincoln" in 2013 as outstanding performance by a female actor in a supporting role.
• She was also honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2014.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular sally field Movie/TV Show?

Sally Field is renowned for her wide-ranging body of work in television and film, but her most popular movie is likely "Forrest Gump," where she played the character of Forrest's mother. While the film centers around Tom Hanks' character, Field's performance was praised, contributing to the movie's colossal success. It won six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and remains a beloved classic. Another notable performance is her role in the TV show "Brothers & Sisters," where she played Nora Walker for five years, gaining critical acclaim and popularity.

How Did sally field Get Famous?

Sally Field gained fame as an actress in the world of television and film. Her breakthrough came with the titular role in the 1960s television show "Gidget", which led to more television roles including "The Flying Nun". However, Field's fame soared when she transitioned to film, with her performances in movies like "Norma Rae" and "Places in the Heart" earning her Academy Awards for Best Actress. Her emotional acceptance speeches for these awards also contributed to her notoriety and popularity. Besides these, her roles in high profile movies like "Steel Magnolias", "Mrs. Doubtfire", and "Forrest Gump" have solidified her status as a famous and respected actress.