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Allison Janney

Person · Actor

Allison Janney

A renowned American actress navigates the highs and lows of her illustrious career, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence that tests her talent, dedication, and personal life.

Born
1959
  • Also:
  • Actress
  • Producer
  • Music Department
98
Credits on file
6
Decades active
24
Awards
1
Upcoming

In short · Acting since 1975, 6 decades active, 98 credits, 2 Primetime Emmy Award wins.

Now & next

  1. Upcoming

    The Dog Stars

  2. Award win

    Academy Awards — Oscar — Actress in a Supporting Role

  3. Award win

    Primetime Emmy Award — Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series

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Biography

Allison Janney is an American actress known for her work in film, television, and theater. She has received several awards, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award, and seven Primetime Emmy Awards. She has also been nominated for two Tony Awards.

Filmography · 83 of 83

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Actor

83 credits

Awards & Nominations

2 wins · 22 nominations

Primetime Emmy Award

Screen Actors Guild Award

  • Nom2006Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2005Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2005Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2004Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2004Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2003Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2003Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2002Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2002Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2001Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series — Allison Janney
  • Nom2001Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series — Allison Janney

Golden Globe Award

More awards & festivals (4) — regional academies & film-festival prizes

Academy Awards

  • Won2017Oscar — Actress in a Supporting Role

Satellite Award

Tca Award

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