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Piper Laurie
- Born
- Jan 22, 1932
- height
- 5'5" (or 165 cm)
- nationality
- American
Career
Active 1950 – 2023
Biography
About Piper Laurie
Piper Laurie was an American actress whose career spanned over seven decades. Born in Detroit, Michigan in 1932, she began acting around the age of 18 and remained active until the year of her death in 2023. She was known for her striking blonde hair and brown eyes. Standing at 5'5" with a C-cup bra size, she had a classic Hollywood presence.
Her most memorable roles include performances in films like The Hustler (1961), Carrie (1976), and Children of a Lesser God (1986). She also starred in the miniseries The Thorn Birds (1983). Her work earned her recognition as a talented and enduring figure in American cinema. She passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 91.
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Profile details
Personal
- Died
- Saturday 14th of October 2023 (age 91)
- Years Active
- 1950-2023 (started around 18 years old; 73 years active)
- Birthplace
- Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 132 lbs (or 60 kg)
- Measurements
- 35–25–37 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.68
- Bra/Cup Size
- C
Frequently asked
What was Piper Laurie's real name?
Her birth name was Rosetta Jacobs.
How did her career span compare to typical Hollywood careers?
Her career spanned 73 years, from 1950 to 2023, which is exceptionally long.
What were some of her most prominent roles?
She starred in The Hustler (1961), Carrie (1976), Children of a Lesser God (1986), and The Thorn Birds (1983).
Did you know
- She began her career at age 18 and worked steadily for over 70 years.
- Her final decade of work before her death at 91 shows remarkable longevity in the industry.
- Her birth name, Rosetta Jacobs, contrasts with her stage name Piper Laurie.
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