Kathy Bates

**Kathleen Doyle Bates**, known as Kathy Bates, is an accomplished **American actress** with a prodigious career that extends over five decades. She was born on June 28, 1948, in Memphis, Tennessee where she engaged in theater studies at Southern Methodist University. She later relocated to New York City to embark on her acting career. Bates has amassed a distinguished repertoire of awards, which includes numerous Academy Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards, and Golden Globe awards, alongside nominations for a Tony Award and BAFTA Awards. Similarly, her captivating performances in various theater productions have seen her secure an Obie Award and a Tony Award nomination. Bates' breakthrough role was in the thriller *Misery* released in 1990, where her authentic depiction of Annie Wilkes earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. With other critically acclaimed performances in films such as *Primary Colors*, *About Schmidt*, and *Richard Jewell*, she continues to pioneer depiction of complex characters in the industry. In addition to her film work, Bates has earned accolades for her work in television, notably her roles in *Two and a Half Men* and *American Horror Story*.