Laura Linney

**Laura Leggett Linney** (born February 5, 1964) is an American actress who has been active in the industry since 1990. Renowned for her performances in both film and theatre, she is the recipient of multiple awards, including two Golden Globe Awards and four Primetime Emmy Awards. She has also been nominated for three Academy Awards and five Tony Awards. Linney's career took off with her Broadway debut in 1990, leading to numerous accolades for performances in productions such as "The Crucible", "Sight Unseen", and "Time Stands Still". In 1992, Linney marked her film debut with a minor role in 'Lorenzo's Oil'. Her subsequent performances in movies like "You Can Count on Me", "Kinsey", and "The Savages" earned her Academy Award nominations. Linney's vast filmography includes acclaimed films such as "The Truman Show", "Mystic River", and "Love Actually". Linney was born and raised in New York City, and her deep passion for acting led her to attend distinguished institutions like Brown University and Juilliard School. She entered the entertainment world initially by working with a local theatre group at the age of eleven and made her professional stage debut in 1990, marking the beginning of an illustrious career.