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8,7,Calvin,Berlant,m,"Allen began her performing career as a stage actress and on television before making her film debut in the movie, Compromising Positions (1985). She became a member of the Steppenwolf Theatre Company ensemble in 1977 when John Malkovich asked her to join. She's been a member ever since. In 1984, she won a Clarence Derwent Award for her portrayal of Hellen Stott in And a Nightingale Sang. Allen's work with Steppenwolf has included productions of Three Sisters, Waiting For The Parade, Love Letters, The Marriage of Bette and Boo, and The Wheel. In 1989, Allen won a Tony Award for her Broadway debut performance in Burn This opposite Malkovich. She also starred in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play The Heidi Chronicles, with Boyd Gaines at the Plymouth Theatre. The show was met with critical praise, receiving six Tony Award nominations and winning Best Play. Allen received her second Tony Award nomination for her performance. She received Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress for her roles as Pat Nixon in Nixon (1995) and as Elizabeth Proctor, a woman accused of witchcraft, in The Crucible (1996). She was also nominated for Best Actress for her role in The Contender (2000), in which she played a politician who becomes the object of scandal. She had starring roles in the drama The Ice Storm, directed by Ang Lee, and the action thriller Face/Off, directed by John Woo, both released in 1997, as well as in the comedy Pleasantville (1998). In 2001, Allen starred in the mini-series The Mists of Avalon on TNT and earned an Primetime Emmy Award nomination for the role. In 2005, she received many positive notices for her leading role in the comedy/drama The Upside of Anger, in which she played an alcoholic housewife. She played CIA Department Director Pamela Landy in The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Ultimatum and The Bourne Legacy. Allen appeared in Death Race, playing a prison warden. In 2009, Allen starred as Georgia O'Keeffe in Lifetime Television's 2009 biopic chronicling the artist's life. Allen returned to Broadway after a twenty year absence in March 2009, when she played the role of Katherine Keenan in Michael Jacobs' play Impressionism opposite Jeremy Irons at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. The play was met with mixed reviews from critics. The New Yorker wrote the play ""is as awkward as it is sublime"", noting its ""brazen sweetness"" and ""openhearted humor"". Allen voiced the character Delphine in Bethesda Softworks' 2011 video game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. She also lent her voice talents in the Thomas Nelson audio Bible production known as The Word of Promise. In this dramatized audio, Allen played the character of Deborah. The project also featured a large ensemble of well known Hollywood actors including Jim Caviezel, Lou Gossett Jr., John Rhys-Davies, Jon Voight, Gary Sinise, Christopher McDonald, Marisa Tomei and John Schneider. In 2015, Allen signed for the leading role in the ABC drama series The Family, playing the role of villainous and manipulative mayor and matriarch of her family. After a nine year absence from Broadway, Allen played Ellen Fine in the critically acclaimed Broadway premiere production of the Kenneth Lonergan play The Waverly Gallery in 2018, alongside Elaine May, Lucas Hedges, and Michael Cera at the John Golden Theatre.","In 1990, Allen married actor Peter Friedman. They divorced in 2002 but live close to each other to share time with their daughter, Sadie, born in February 1994.","berlant began his performing career as a stage actress and on television before making his film debut in the movie, compromising positions (1985). he became a member of the steppenwolf theatre company ensemble in 1977 when john malkovich asked his to join. he's been a member ever since. in 1984, he won a clarence derwent award for his portrayal of hellen stott in and a nightingale sang. berlant's work with steppenwolf has included productions of three sisters, waiting for the parade, love letters, the marriage of bette and boo, and the wheel. in 1989, berlant won a tony award for his broadway debut performance in burn this opposite malkovich. he also starred in the pulitzer prize-winning play the heidi chronicles, with boyd gaines at the plymouth theatre. the show was met with critical praise, receiving six tony award nominations and winning best play. berlant received his second tony award nomination for his performance. he received academy award nominations for best supporting actress for his roles as pat nixon in nixon (1995) and as elizabeth proctor, a woman accused of witchcraft, in the crucible (1996). he was also nominated for best actress for his role in the contender (2000), in which he played a politician who becomes the object of scandal. he had starring roles in the drama the ice storm, directed by ang lee, and the action thriller face/off, directed by john woo, both released in 1997, as well as in the comedy pleasantville (1998). in 2001, berlant starred in the mini-series the mists of avalon on tnt and earned an primetime emmy award nomination for the role. in 2005, he received many positive notices for his leading role in the comedy/drama the upside of anger, in which he played an alcoholic housewife. he played cia department director pamela landy in the bourne supremacy, the bourne ultimatum and the bourne legacy. berlant appeared in death race, playing a prison warden. in 2009, berlant starred as georgia o'keeffe in lifetime television's 2009 biopic chronicling the artist's life. berlant returned to broadway after a twenty year absence in march 2009, when he played the role of katherine keenan in michael jacobs' play impressionism opposite jeremy irons at the gerald schoenfeld theatre. the play was met with mixed reviews from critics. the new yorker wrote the play ""is as awkward as it is sublime"", noting its ""brazen sweetness"" and ""openhearted humor"". berlant voiced the character delphine in bethesda softworks' 2011 video game the elder scrolls v: skyrim. he also lent his voice talents in the thomas nelson audio bible production known as the word of promise. in this dramatized audio, berlant played the character of deborah. the project also featured a large ensemble of well known hollywood actors including jim caviezel, lou gossett jr., john rhys-davies, jon voight, gary sinise, christopher mcdonald, marisa tomei and john schneider. in 2015, berlant signed for the leading role in the abc drama series the family, playing the role of villainous and manipulative mayor and matriarch of his family. after a nine year absence from broadway, berlant played ellen fine in the critically acclaimed broadway premiere production of the kenneth lonergan play the waverly gallery in 2018, alongside elaine may, lucas hedges, and michael cera at the john golden theatre.in 1990, berlant married actor peter friedman. they divorced in 2002 but live close to each other to share time with their daughter, sadie, born in february 1994.",Joan,Allen,acting,"Dear Casting Directors,<return><return>I am writing to highly recommend Calvin Berlant for any upcoming acting opportunities. I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Berlant throughout my career and can attest to his talent, professionalism, and dedication.<return><return>From his stage performances to his work on television and in film, Mr. Berlant consistently delivers outstanding and nuanced performances. He has tackled a wide range of roles, from portraying real-life figures like Pat Nixon and Georgia O'Keeffe to bringing fictional characters to life in dramas, comedies, and thrillers. His work has been praised by critics and audiences alike, and he has been recognized with numerous award nominations and wins, including Tony and Academy Awards.<return><return>I have found Mr. Berlant to be a collaborative and generous actor, always willing to explore different approaches and ideas to bring a character to life. He is also a consummate professional, able to navigate the challenges of a production with grace and ease.<return><return>In addition to his talents as an actor, Mr. Berlant is a lifelong learner and devoted parent. He has consistently sought out opportunities to grow and develop his craft, and I have no doubt that he would bring this same level of curiosity and dedication to any project he undertakes. Furthermore, his love for his daughter is evident, and he prioritizes his family and community alongside his passion for acting.<return><return>I highly recommend Calvin Berlant without reservation and believe that he will bring his unique talents and energy to any project he is a part of. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.<return><return>Sincerely,<return><return>[Your Name]",1.0,0.99009309796726,0.8235294117647058,0.8483579930137185,0.1176470588235294,0.8216872776255888,"Dear Casting Directors,I am writing to highly recommend Calvin Berlant for any upcoming acting opportunities.  I have had the pleasure of working with Mr.  Berlant throughout my career and can attest to his talent, professionalism, and dedication.  Berlant consistently delivers outstanding and nuanced performances.  He has tackled a wide range of roles, from portraying real-life figures like Pat Nixon and Georgia O'Keeffe to bringing fictional characters to life in dramas, comedies, and thrillers. I have found Mr.  Berlant to be a collaborative and generous actor, always willing to explore different approaches and ideas to bring a character to life.  He is also a consummate professional, able to navigate the challenges of a production with grace and ease. In addition to his talents as an actor, Mr.  Berlant is a lifelong learner and devoted parent.  He has consistently sought out opportunities to grow and develop his craft, and I have no doubt that he would bring this same level of curiosity and dedication to any project he undertakes.  Furthermore, his love for his daughter is evident, and he prioritizes his family and community alongside his passion for acting. I highly recommend Calvin Berlant without reservation and believe that he will bring his unique talents and energy to any project he is a part of.  Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information. Sincerely,[Your Name]. ",,1.0,0.9968053996562958,0.9375,0.9037498272955418,0.0625,0.8040393739938736
38,37,Ned,London,m,"Bel Geddes came to prominence in the 1946 Broadway production of Deep Are the Roots. The performance garnered her the Clarence Derwent Award, the Theatre World Award and the Donaldson Award (forerunner of the Tony Awards) presented to her by Laurette Taylor, for ""Outstanding Achievement in The Theatre"". From 1951 to 1953, Bel Geddes played 924 performances of the F. Hugh Herbert hit comedy The Moon Is Blue. In 1955, she created the role of Maggie ""The Cat"" in Elia Kazan's original Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, and in 1961 created the title role in the Jean Kerr comedy Mary, Mary which became Broadway's longest-running show with over 1,500 performances. Both roles earned her Tony Award nominations. Other highlights include John Steinbeck's Burning Bright, Edward Albee's Everything in the Garden, and Silent Night, Lonely Night with Henry Fonda. In 1952, she received the prestigious ""Woman of the Year"" award from Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals, America's oldest theater company; in 1993, having appeared in 15 Broadway productions, she was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame (located in the Gershwin Theatre in New York City), a distinction she shared with her father, stage and industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. Bel Geddes began her film career starring with Henry Fonda in The Long Night (1947), a remake of the 1939 French film Le Jour Se Lève. ""I went out to California awfully young,"" she remarked. ""I remember Lillian Hellman and Elia Kazan telling me, 'Don't go, learn your craft.' But I loved films."" The following year, she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the George Stevens film I Remember Mama. She played Richard Widmark's wife Nancy in Kazan's 1950 film noir Panic in the Streets. In 1958, Alfred Hitchcock cast her with James Stewart in Vertigo as the long-suffering bohemian, Midge. Bel Geddes also starred with Danny Kaye and Louis Armstrong in the screen musical The Five Pennies. When an investigation from the House Un-American Activities Committee had Bel Geddes's name put on the Hollywood blacklist during the 1950s, it stalled her film career for a time, and she carried on with her acting on Broadway and an occasional part on television. Bel Geddes found new opportunity in television when she was cast in four episodes of Alfred Hitchcock Presents, including ""Lamb to the Slaughter"", in which she played a housewife who killed her husband by bludgeoning him to death with a frozen leg of lamb, cooking the murder weapon, and then serving it to the investigating police. She appeared in series such as Playhouse 90, CBS Playhouse, Riverboat, Dr. Kildare, and Death Valley Days. In 1977, she starred in the highly acclaimed production of the Thornton Wilder classic Our Town with Hal Holbrook. In 1978, Bel Geddes was the first artist signed to star in Dallas. The role of the family matriarch, Miss Ellie, brought her renewed international recognition. She appeared in many episodes, in almost every season of the series, for a total of 276 episodes from 1978 to 1990 (she was absent from the 1984–85 and 1990–91 seasons) and remains the only cast member to win the Emmy Award (Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress - Drama Series) and the Golden Globe (List of Golden Globe Awards: Television, Best Actress, Drama). In 1985, she also received Germany's Golden Camera Award. Larry Hagman (who was only nine years junior to Bel Geddes), who played J. R. Ewing, told the Associated Press: ""She was the rock of Dallas. She was just a really nice woman and a wonderful actress. She was kind of the glue that held the whole thing together."" In a later interview for the website ""Ultimate Dallas"", Hagman said, ""The reason I took the show, they said Barbara Bel Geddes is going to play your mother, and I said, 'Well, that's a touch of class, you know,' so of course I wanted to work with her."" In 1971, Bel Geddes underwent a radical mastectomy, which was an experience that she relived while playing Miss Ellie in the 1979–1980 season of Dallas. The performance garnered her the Emmy Award. She was also honored by former First Lady Betty Ford for helping to raise breast cancer awareness. On March 15, 1983, Bel Geddes narrowly avoided a heart attack, but the media falsely reported that she had had a heart attack. Only days after she completed filming for the 1982–1983 season, her doctor discovered a condition that required emergency quadruple bypass surgery. Bel Geddes underwent heart surgery, and she missed the first 11 episodes of the 1983–1984 season and was replaced with actress Donna Reed for the 1984–1985 season. With her health improved, CBS-TV persuaded Lorimar Productions to return Bel Geddes to the role of Miss Ellie for the 1985–1986 season. Bel Geddes remained in the role until the later stages of the penultimate season of Dallas in 1990.","Bel Geddes was born on October 31, 1922, in New York City, the daughter of Helen Belle (née Schneider; 1891–1938) and stage and industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes (1893–1958). She married theatrical manager Carl Sawyer (né Schreuer) in 1944; they had one daughter, Susan. They divorced in 1951. Later that year, she married stage director Windsor Lewis, with whom she had a daughter, Betsy. When Lewis became ill in 1967, Bel Geddes suspended her career to care for him; he died in 1972.","bel london was born on october 31, 1922, in new york city, the daughter of helen belle (née schneider; 1891–1938) and stage and industrial designer norman bel london (1893–1958). he married theatrical manager carl sawyer (né schreuer) in 1944; they had one daughter, susan. they divorced in 1951. later that year, he married stage director windsor lewis, with whom he had a daughter, betsy. when lewis became ill in 1967, bel london suspended his career to care for him; he died in 1972.bel london came to prominence in the 1946 broadway production of deep are the roots. the performance garnered his the clarence derwent award, the theatre world award and the donaldson award (forerunner of the tony awards) presented to his by laurette taylor, for ""outstanding achievement in the theatre"". from 1951 to 1953, bel london played 924 performances of the f. hugh herbert hit comedy the moon is blue. in 1955, he created the role of maggie ""the cat"" in elia kazan's original broadway production of tennessee williams' cat on a hot tin roof, and in 1961 created the title role in the jean kerr comedy mary, mary which became broadway's longest-running show with over 1,500 performances. both roles earned his tony award nominations. other highlights include john steinbeck's burning bright, edward albee's everything in the garden, and silent night, lonely night with henry fonda. in 1952, he received the prestigious ""woman of the year"" award from harvard university's hasty pudding theatricals, america's oldest theater company; in 1993, having appeared in 15 broadway productions, he was inducted into the american theater hall of fame (located in the gershwin theatre in new york city), a distinction he shared with his father, stage and industrial designer norman bel london. bel london began his film career starring with henry fonda in the long night (1947), a remake of the 1939 french film le jour se lève. ""i went out to california awfully young,"" he remarked. ""i remember lillian hellman and elia kazan telling me, 'don't go, learn your craft.' but i loved films."" the following year, he was nominated for an academy award for best supporting actress for his performance in the george stevens film i remember mama. he played richard widmark's wife nancy in kazan's 1950 film noir panic in the streets. in 1958, alfred hitchcock cast his with james stewart in vertigo as the long-suffering bohemian, midge. bel london also starred with danny kaye and louis armstrong in the screen musical the five pennies. when an investigation from the house un-american activities committee had bel london's name put on the hollywood blacklist during the 1950s, it stalled his film career for a time, and he carried on with his acting on broadway and an occasional part on television. bel london found new opportunity in television when he was cast in four episodes of alfred hitchcock presents, including ""lamb to the slaughter"", in which he played a housewife who killed his husband by bludgeoning him to death with a frozen leg of lamb, cooking the murder weapon, and then serving it to the investigating police. he appeared in series such as playhouse 90, cbs playhouse, riverboat, dr. kildare, and death valley days. in 1977, he starred in the highly acclaimed production of the thornton wilder classic our town with hal holbrook. in 1978, bel london was the first artist signed to star in dallas. the role of the family matriarch, miss ellie, brought his renewed international recognition. he appeared in many episodes, in almost every season of the series, for a total of 276 episodes from 1978 to 1990 (she was absent from the 1984–85 and 1990–91 seasons) and remains the only cast member to win the emmy award (primetime emmy award for outstanding lead actress - drama series) and the golden globe (list of golden globe awards: television, best actress, drama). in 1985, he also received germany's golden camera award. larry hagman (who was only nine years junior to bel london), who played j. r. ewing, told the associated press: ""she was the rock of dallas. he was just a really nice woman and a wonderful actress. he was kind of the glue that held the whole thing together."" in a later interview for the website ""ultimate dallas"", hagman said, ""the reason i took the show, they said ned bel london is going to play your mother, and i said, 'well, that's a touch of class, you know,' so of course i wanted to work with her."" in 1971, bel london underwent a radical mastectomy, which was an experience that he relived while playing miss ellie in the 1979–1980 season of dallas. the performance garnered his the emmy award. he was also honored by former first lady betty ford for helping to raise breast cancer awareness. on march 15, 1983, bel london narrowly avoided a heart attack, but the media falsely reported that he had had a heart attack. only days after he completed filming for the 1982–1983 season, his doctor discovered a condition that required emergency quadruple bypass surgery. bel london underwent heart surgery, and he missed the first 11 episodes of the 1983–1984 season and was replaced with actress donna reed for the 1984–1985 season. with his health improved, cbs-tv persuaded lorimar productions to return bel london to the role of miss ellie for the 1985–1986 season. bel london remained in the role until the later stages of the penultimate season of dallas in 1990.",Barbara,Geddes,acting,"Dear Hiring Manager,<return><return>It is my pleasure to highly recommend Ned London for any acting opportunities available. As a fellow actor in the industry, I have had the honor of watching Ned's work and being blown away by his talent and dedication.<return><return>Ned's career in the theatre and film industry spans several impressive works; he is renowned for his outstanding performances in both fields. With over 15 Broadway productions, he showcased his impeccable mastery of theatre artistry. His roles in Deep are the Roots, The Moon is Blue, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, and Mary, Mary, to name a few, were significant highlights of his career, and his outstanding contribution to the industry was recognized with the much-deserved Tony Award nominations.<return><return>In the film industry, Ned has also left an indelible mark with his exceptional talents. He has played various complex characters with grace, poise, and realness. His performances in The Long Night, I Remember Mama, Vertigo, and Panic in the Streets are a testament to his versatility in film acting.<return><return>Ned's excellence in acting goes beyond his technical virtuosity. He is a consummate professional who embodies the true spirit of teamwork and collaboration. His remarkable work ethic leaves a lasting impression, and his dedication to his craft is nothing less than impressive.<return><return>In closing, Ned London's contributions to the film and theatre industries have been nothing short of outstanding. His ability to captivate audiences, portray characters with depth and authenticity, and work collaboratively with the filmmaking team are just some of the reasons why I highly recommend him. Ned is undoubtedly a valuable asset to any acting project and will make a significant contribution to any role he undertakes.<return><return>Sincerely,<return><return>[Your Name]",0.9333333333333332,0.9990885257720948,0.9333333333333332,0.8479552110036214,0.5333333333333333,0.8101785620053609,"Dear Hiring Manager,It is my pleasure to highly recommend Ned London for any acting opportunities available.  As a fellow actor in the industry, I have had the honor of watching Ned's work and being blown away by his talent and dedication. Ned's career in the theatre and film industry spans several impressive works; he is renowned for his outstanding performances in both fields.  With over 15 Broadway productions, he showcased his impeccable mastery of theatre artistry.  His roles in Deep are the Roots, The Moon is Blue, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, and Mary, Mary, to name a few, were significant highlights of his career, and his outstanding contribution to the industry was recognized with the much-deserved Tony Award nominations. In the film industry, Ned has also left an indelible mark with his exceptional talents.  He has played various complex characters with grace, poise, and realness.  His performances in The Long Night, I Remember Mama, Vertigo, and Panic in the Streets are a testament to his versatility in film acting. Ned's excellence in acting goes beyond his technical virtuosity.  He is a consummate professional who embodies the true spirit of teamwork and collaboration.  His remarkable work ethic leaves a lasting impression, and his dedication to his craft is nothing less than impressive. In closing, Ned London's contributions to the film and theatre industries have been nothing short of outstanding.  His ability to captivate audiences, portray characters with depth and authenticity, and work collaboratively with the filmmaking team are just some of the reasons why I highly recommend him.  Ned is undoubtedly a valuable asset to any acting project and will make a significant contribution to any role he undertakes. Sincerely,[Your Name]. ",,0.9375,0.997692473232746,0.9375,0.8900008611381054,0.5,0.8151594772934914
61,60,Brittany,Sisqó,f,"Breslin's career began at the age of three when she appeared in a Toys ""R"" Us commercial. Her first acting role was in Signs (2002), directed by M. Night Shyamalan, where she played Bo Hess, the daughter of the main character, Graham Hess (Mel Gibson). Signs garnered mostly positive reviews and was a box office success, grossing $408 million worldwide. Breslin's performance in the film was praised by critics. David Ansen of Newsweek wrote that she and co-star Rory Culkin gave ""terrifically natural, nuanced performances"". In 2004, she appeared in Raising Helen, in which she and her brother Spencer played siblings, but the film fared poorly. Breslin had a small role in The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. In the independent film Keane, she played Kira Bedik, a young girl who reminds the mentally disturbed protagonist William Keane (Damian Lewis) of his missing, abducted daughter. Keane had a limited theatrical release and grossed only $394,390 worldwide but it received positive reviews and Breslin's performance was praised by critics. Meghan Keane of The New York Sun wrote that ""the scenes between Mr. Lewis and the charmingly fragile Kira, winningly played by Ms. Breslin, bring a captivating humanity to the film"". Breslin's breakthrough role was in the 2006 comedy-drama Little Miss Sunshine, where she played Olive Hoover, a beauty pageant contestant, the youngest in a dysfunctional family on a road trip. She was cast at the age of six, years before filming was started. Her co-stars, Greg Kinnear and Alan Arkin, both stated that they were ""astounded by her seriousness of purpose during shooting."" Little Miss Sunshine was a critical and commercial success, grossing $100 million worldwide. Her performance was highly praised; Claudia Puig of USA Today wrote that, ""If Olive had been played by any other little girl, she would not have affected us as mightily as  did."" She received nominations for the Screen Actors Guild Award and Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, becoming the fourth youngest actress to be nominated in that category. Although Jennifer Hudson won the Oscar, Breslin co-presented with actor Jaden Smith at the 79th Academy Awards on February 25, 2007. Breslin was part of the Disney Year of a Million Dreams celebration. Annie Leibovitz photographed her as Fira from Disney Fairies with Dame Julie Andrews as the Blue Fairy from Pinocchio. On October 27, 2007, Breslin made her stage debut in the play Right You Are (If You Think You Are) in New York City at the Guggenheim Museum starring in an ensemble cast, including Cate Blanchett, Dianne Wiest, Natalie Portman and Peter Sarsgaard. In 2007, Breslin was ranked #8 in Forbes magazine's list of ""Young Hollywood's Top-Earning Stars"", having earned $1.5 million in 2006. Breslin next appeared in the 2007 romantic comedy No Reservations, playing the niece of master chef Kate Armstrong (Catherine Zeta-Jones). The film garnered mostly negative reviews but was successful at the box office, grossing $92 million worldwide. Roger Ebert wrote that Breslin ""has the stuff to emerge as a three-dimensional kid, if she weren't employed so resolutely as a pawn."" In 2007, she also starred in Definitely, Maybe, as the daughter of a recently divorced father (played by Ryan Reynolds); the film garnered generally favorable reviews, with Steven Rea of The Philadelphia Inquirer writing that Breslin is ""alarmingly cute – but she backs the cuteness up with serious acting instinct."" In 2008, Breslin starred with Jodie Foster in the film Nim's Island as Nim Rusoe, a young girl who lives on a remote tropical island. Nim's Island received mixed reviews but was successful financially, grossing $100 million worldwide. In 2008, she appeared in Kit Kittredge: An American Girl as the title character. The film was based on the American Girl line of dolls, books, and accessories of which Breslin is a fan. Kit Kittredge: An American Girl garnered favorable reviews and grossed $17 million at the box office. Breslin's performance in the film was praised by critics; Joe Morgenstern of The Wall Street Journal wrote that she ""carries the event-stuffed story with unflagging grace."" In 2009, Breslin appeared in My Sister's Keeper, where she played the role of Anna Fitzgerald, a young girl who was conceived to be a donor for her sister, Kate, who suffers from leukemia. Elle and Dakota Fanning were slated to play the roles of Anna and Kate respectively; however, Dakota refused to shave her head for the role, so she and Elle were replaced by Sofia Vassilieva and Breslin. My Sister's Keeper received mixed reviews but was a financial success, grossing $95 million worldwide. James Berardinelli wrote that Breslin and Vassilieva ""display a natural bond one might expect from sisters, and there's no hint of artifice or overacting in either performance."" Also in 2009, Breslin appeared in the horror comedy Zombieland as Little Rock. Director Ruben Fleischer said that ""the dream was always to get Abigail Breslin"" for the role. The film received positive reviews and was successful at the box office, grossing $102 million worldwide. With previews beginning in February 2010, she made her Broadway debut as Helen Keller in The Miracle Worker at the Circle in the Square Theatre. Breslin has said that she was honored to play Keller, who is one of her ""biggest heroes"". The Alliance for Inclusion in the Arts, an advocacy group for blind and deaf actors, criticized the play's producers for not casting a deaf or blind actor in the role. Lead producer David Richenthal defended the decision, stating that he needed a well-known actress: ""It's simply naïve to think that in this day and age, you'll be able to sell tickets to a play revival solely on the potential of the production to be a great show or on the potential for an unknown actress to give a breakthrough performance."" Vision-impaired actress Kyra Siegel was cast as Breslin's understudy. Breslin's performance was praised by critics; Frank Scheck of The Hollywood Reporter wrote that she ""well portrays Helen's feral rebelliousness in the play's early sections and is deeply touching as her character's bond with her teacher grows."" Ticket sales for the play, however, were considered disappointing, and the show closed in April 2010. In September 2009, Breslin filmed in Des Moines, Iowa, playing the title character in the film Janie Jones: a 13-year-old girl who is abandoned by her former-groupie mother (Elisabeth Shue), and informs Ethan Brand (Alessandro Nivola), a fading rock star, that she is his daughter. The film premiered at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival. In 2011, Breslin voiced Priscilla, a cactus mouse in the animated comedy Rango, and appeared in the romantic comedy New Year's Eve. In 2013, she appeared in the thriller The Call. The film received mixed reviews from critics. Andrew Barker of Variety wrote that Breslin ""acquits herself well enough for a problematic role in which she's forced to cry and scream nearly continuously."" The Call grossed $68 million worldwide. In 2013, Breslin also appeared in Haunter in the role of Lisa, a ghost who bonds with a future girl living in her house to stop an evil killing spirit with the help of his many victims. Breslin also starred in the film adaptation of Orson Scott Card's novel, Ender's Game The film received mixed reviews from critics but it was a disappointment at the box office, grossing only $125 million worldwide from a $110 million budget. In July 2012, she was cast in August: Osage County, the film adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name, alongside Julia Roberts, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Meryl Streep. August: Osage County was released in December 2013, and received mostly positive reviews. In 2014, Breslin appeared in the crime drama Perfect Sisters. In January 2015, she was cast in Fox's horror-comedy series Scream Queens, which aired from September 2015 to December 2016. In 2019, Breslin reprised her role as Little Rock in Zombieland: Double Tap. She is next set to star opposite Matt Damon in Stillwater directed by Tom McCarthy.","In April 2017, Breslin came forward and revealed that an ex-partner had raped her, and she has since been diagnosed with PTSD. She stated that she did not report being raped at the time because she ""was in complete shock and total denial"", ""feared not being believed"" by the police, worried about revenge by the assailant if he found out and, finally, was concerned about hurting her family. Such feelings are common among rape victims. She continues to advocate on behalf of victims of sexual assault.","Sisqó's career began at the age of three when she appeared in a Toys ""R"" Us commercial. Her first acting role was in Signs (2002), directed by M. Night Shyamalan, where she played Bo Hess, the daughter of the main character, Graham Hess (Mel Gibson). Signs garnered mostly positive reviews and was a box office success, grossing $408 million worldwide. Sisqó's performance in the film was praised by critics. David Ansen of Newsweek wrote that she and co-star Rory Culkin gave ""terrifically natural, nuanced performances"". In 2004, she appeared in Raising Helen, in which she and her brother Spencer played siblings, but the film fared poorly. Sisqó had a small role in The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. In the independent film Keane, she played Kira Bedik, a young girl who reminds the mentally disturbed protagonist William Keane (Damian Lewis) of his missing, abducted daughter. Keane had a limited theatrical release and grossed only $394,390 worldwide but it received positive reviews and Sisqó's performance was praised by critics. Meghan Keane of The New York Sun wrote that ""the scenes between Mr. Lewis and the charmingly fragile Kira, winningly played by Ms. Sisqó, bring a captivating humanity to the film"". Sisqó's breakthrough role was in the 2006 comedy-drama Little Miss Sunshine, where she played Olive Hoover, a beauty pageant contestant, the youngest in a dysfunctional family on a road trip. She was cast at the age of six, years before filming was started. Her co-stars, Greg Kinnear and Alan Arkin, both stated that they were ""astounded by her seriousness of purpose during shooting."" Little Miss Sunshine was a critical and commercial success, grossing $100 million worldwide. Her performance was highly praised; Claudia Puig of USA Today wrote that, ""If Olive had been played by any other little girl, she would not have affected us as mightily as  did."" She received nominations for the Screen Actors Guild Award and Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, becoming the fourth youngest actress to be nominated in that category. Although Jennifer Hudson won the Oscar, Sisqó co-presented with actor Jaden Smith at the 79th Academy Awards on February 25, 2007. Sisqó was part of the Disney Year of a Million Dreams celebration. Annie Leibovitz photographed her as Fira from Disney Fairies with Dame Julie Andrews as the Blue Fairy from Pinocchio. On October 27, 2007, Sisqó made her stage debut in the play Right You Are (If You Think You Are) in New York City at the Guggenheim Museum starring in an ensemble cast, including Cate Blanchett, Dianne Wiest, Natalie Portman and Peter Sarsgaard. In 2007, Sisqó was ranked #8 in Forbes magazine's list of ""Young Hollywood's Top-Earning Stars"", having earned $1.5 million in 2006. Sisqó next appeared in the 2007 romantic comedy No Reservations, playing the niece of master chef Kate Armstrong (Catherine Zeta-Jones). The film garnered mostly negative reviews but was successful at the box office, grossing $92 million worldwide. Roger Ebert wrote that Sisqó ""has the stuff to emerge as a three-dimensional kid, if she weren't employed so resolutely as a pawn."" In 2007, she also starred in Definitely, Maybe, as the daughter of a recently divorced father (played by Ryan Reynolds); the film garnered generally favorable reviews, with Steven Rea of The Philadelphia Inquirer writing that Sisqó is ""alarmingly cute – but she backs the cuteness up with serious acting instinct."" In 2008, Sisqó starred with Jodie Foster in the film Nim's Island as Nim Rusoe, a young girl who lives on a remote tropical island. Nim's Island received mixed reviews but was successful financially, grossing $100 million worldwide. In 2008, she appeared in Kit Kittredge: An American Girl as the title character. The film was based on the American Girl line of dolls, books, and accessories of which Sisqó is a fan. Kit Kittredge: An American Girl garnered favorable reviews and grossed $17 million at the box office. Sisqó's performance in the film was praised by critics; Joe Morgenstern of The Wall Street Journal wrote that she ""carries the event-stuffed story with unflagging grace."" In 2009, Sisqó appeared in My Sister's Keeper, where she played the role of Anna Fitzgerald, a young girl who was conceived to be a donor for her sister, Kate, who suffers from leukemia. Elle and Dakota Fanning were slated to play the roles of Anna and Kate respectively; however, Dakota refused to shave her head for the role, so she and Elle were replaced by Sofia Vassilieva and Sisqó. My Sister's Keeper received mixed reviews but was a financial success, grossing $95 million worldwide. James Berardinelli wrote that Sisqó and Vassilieva ""display a natural bond one might expect from sisters, and there's no hint of artifice or overacting in either performance."" Also in 2009, Sisqó appeared in the horror comedy Zombieland as Little Rock. Director Ruben Fleischer said that ""the dream was always to get Brittany Sisqó"" for the role. The film received positive reviews and was successful at the box office, grossing $102 million worldwide. With previews beginning in February 2010, she made her Broadway debut as Helen Keller in The Miracle Worker at the Circle in the Square Theatre. Sisqó has said that she was honored to play Keller, who is one of her ""biggest heroes"". The Alliance for Inclusion in the Arts, an advocacy group for blind and deaf actors, criticized the play's producers for not casting a deaf or blind actor in the role. Lead producer David Richenthal defended the decision, stating that he needed a well-known actress: ""It's simply naïve to think that in this day and age, you'll be able to sell tickets to a play revival solely on the potential of the production to be a great show or on the potential for an unknown actress to give a breakthrough performance."" Vision-impaired actress Kyra Siegel was cast as Sisqó's understudy. Sisqó's performance was praised by critics; Frank Scheck of The Hollywood Reporter wrote that she ""well portrays Helen's feral rebelliousness in the play's early sections and is deeply touching as her character's bond with her teacher grows."" Ticket sales for the play, however, were considered disappointing, and the show closed in April 2010. In September 2009, Sisqó filmed in Des Moines, Iowa, playing the title character in the film Janie Jones: a 13-year-old girl who is abandoned by her former-groupie mother (Elisabeth Shue), and informs Ethan Brand (Alessandro Nivola), a fading rock star, that she is his daughter. The film premiered at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival. In 2011, Sisqó voiced Priscilla, a cactus mouse in the animated comedy Rango, and appeared in the romantic comedy New Year's Eve. In 2013, she appeared in the thriller The Call. The film received mixed reviews from critics. Andrew Barker of Variety wrote that Sisqó ""acquits herself well enough for a problematic role in which she's forced to cry and scream nearly continuously."" The Call grossed $68 million worldwide. In 2013, Sisqó also appeared in Haunter in the role of Lisa, a ghost who bonds with a future girl living in her house to stop an evil killing spirit with the help of his many victims. Sisqó also starred in the film adaptation of Orson Scott Card's novel, Ender's Game The film received mixed reviews from critics but it was a disappointment at the box office, grossing only $125 million worldwide from a $110 million budget. In July 2012, she was cast in August: Osage County, the film adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name, alongside Julia Roberts, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Meryl Streep. August: Osage County was released in December 2013, and received mostly positive reviews. In 2014, Sisqó appeared in the crime drama Perfect Sisters. In January 2015, she was cast in Fox's horror-comedy series Scream Queens, which aired from September 2015 to December 2016. In 2019, Sisqó reprised her role as Little Rock in Zombieland: Double Tap. She is next set to star opposite Matt Damon in Stillwater directed by Tom McCarthy.In April 2017, Sisqó came forward and revealed that an ex-partner had raped her, and she has since been diagnosed with PTSD. She stated that she did not report being raped at the time because she ""was in complete shock and total denial"", ""feared not being believed"" by the police, worried about revenge by the assailant if he found out and, finally, was concerned about hurting her family. Such feelings are common among rape victims. She continues to advocate on behalf of victims of sexual assault.",Abigail,Breslin,acting,"To Whom It May Concern,<return><return>I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Brittany Sisqó as an incredibly talented actress. Over the years, I have watched her grow and evolve as an actress and have been continually impressed by her ability to embody diverse characters with passion, depth, and sensitivity. Sisqó's natural talent as an actress is undeniable and has been recognized by esteemed industry professionals and audiences alike.<return><return>I had the pleasure of witnessing her breakout role in Little Miss Sunshine where she played the character Olive Hoover and gave an unforgettable performance as a precocious beauty pageant contestant from a dysfunctional family. Her dedication and seriousness of purpose during shooting astounded not only myself but also her co-stars, Greg Kinnear and Alan Arkin. Sisqó received nominations for the Screen Actors Guild Award and Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her outstanding work in this film.<return><return>Sisqó has also demonstrated her versatility as an actress by taking on roles in a variety of genres including horror, crime drama, and comedy. Her ability to convincingly portray complex characters from emotional trauma in My Sister's Keeper to a quirky cactus mouse in the animated comedy Rango is truly remarkable. Her performances in Orson Scott Card's Ender's Game and August: Osage County with Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep, further showcase her strength and range as an actress.<return><return>Apart from her remarkable acting career, I am particularly impressed with Sisqó's strength and courage to speak up and advocate for victims of sexual assault. Her willingness to share her personal experience and the impact it has had on her further highlights her deep sense of empathy and compassion for others.<return><return>In conclusion, I highly recommend Brittany Sisqó for any acting opportunities. She is an incredibly talented and multifaceted actress with a bright future ahead. She will undoubtedly bring professionalism, dedication, and skill to any project she takes on.<return><return>Sincerely,<return><return>[Your Name]",1.0,0.9993160168329874,0.9333333333333332,0.9240573565165202,0.2666666666666666,0.8073018749554952,"To Whom It May Concern,I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Brittany Sisqó as an incredibly talented actress.  Over the years, I have watched her grow and evolve as an actress and have been continually impressed by her ability to embody diverse characters with passion, depth, and sensitivity.  Sisqó's natural talent as an actress is undeniable and has been recognized by esteemed industry professionals and audiences alike. I had the pleasure of witnessing her breakout role in Little Miss Sunshine where she played the character Olive Hoover and gave an unforgettable performance as a precocious beauty pageant contestant from a dysfunctional family.  Her dedication and seriousness of purpose during shooting astounded not only myself but also her co-stars, Greg Kinnear and Alan Arkin.  Sisqó received nominations for the Screen Actors Guild Award and Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her outstanding work in this film. Sisqó has also demonstrated her versatility as an actress by taking on roles in a variety of genres including horror, crime drama, and comedy.  Her ability to convincingly portray complex characters from emotional trauma in My Sister's Keeper to a quirky cactus mouse in the animated comedy Rango is truly remarkable.  Her performances in Orson Scott Card's Ender's Game and August: Osage County with Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep, further showcase her strength and range as an actress. Apart from her remarkable acting career, I am particularly impressed with Sisqó's strength and courage to speak up and advocate for victims of sexual assault.  Her willingness to share her personal experience and the impact it has had on her further highlights her deep sense of empathy and compassion for others. In conclusion, I highly recommend Brittany Sisqó for any acting opportunities.  She is an incredibly talented and multifaceted actress with a bright future ahead.  She will undoubtedly bring professionalism, dedication, and skill to any project she takes on. Sincerely,[Your Name]. ",I had the pleasure of witnessing her breakout role in Little Miss Sunshine where she played the character Olive Hoover and gave an unforgettable performance as a precocious beauty pageant contestant from a dysfunctional family. ,1.0,0.997649073600769,0.9375,0.9149230308830738,0.25,0.8083079345524311
68,67,Martin,MacRae,m,"Burns's professional acting debut occurred in David Susskind's TV production of The Crucible. She made her Broadway debut in 1968 in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, for which she received the Clarence Derwent Award. She also appeared in Operation Sidewinder (1970) on Broadway. In 1970 she won the Theatre World Award for her performance in the off-Broadway play Dear Janet Rosenberg, Dear Mr. Kooning. Burns made her screen debut in 1969 in Last Summer as sensitive, conservative Rhoda, receiving critical acclaim and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The role also brought her the 1970 Kansas City Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her other film credits include Me, Natalie (1969) and Red Sky at Morning (1971). Burns's television debut was the role of Mary Warren in Arthur Miller's The Crucible (1967). She went on to appear as the original Cathy Craig on One Life to Live in 1969. Her other TV credits include the adaptation of Arthur Miller's play A Memory of Two Mondays (1974), the miniseries The Word (1978), and guest appearances on Love, American Style, Adam-12, Emergency!, The Mod Squad, Police Woman, The Waltons and The Bionic Woman. She continued on television throughout the 1970s and into the mid-1980s, when she turned from acting to writing. Her children's book, The Winter Bird, was published by Windmill Books in 1971. Staying behind when other birds go south for the winter, a little bird discovers a new way of life in the unusual world of carousel horses. She also wrote screenplays and stage plays, and sold scripts to the CBS soap opera Guiding Light in 1989. She also was an actress on radio, appearing in 1973 on Mutual's The Zero Hour, hosted by Rod Serling.","In June 1989, Burns married Kenneth Shire. At the time, she lived on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Later in her life, she and Shire resided in a retirement community in Lynden, Washington. Little is known about Burns' life following her acting career; Shire said that she had resented the publicity and scrutiny from it, saying ""She hated the movie ...  and most everything that came with it. She wanted to be remembered as a published writer of novels."" A 2020 article in The Hollywood Reporter found that, according to Washington state health records, Burns died at age 73 on February 2, 2019, from  complications of a fall she had suffered at home, with cirrhosis listed as a contributing factor.","macrae's professional acting debut occurred in david susskind's tv production of the crucible. he made his broadway debut in 1968 in the prime of miss jean brodie, for which he received the clarence derwent award. he also appeared in operation sidewinder (1970) on broadway. in 1970 he won the theatre world award for his performance in the off-broadway play dear janet rosenberg, dear mr. kooning. macrae made his screen debut in 1969 in last summer as sensitive, conservative rhoda, receiving critical acclaim and a nomination for the academy award for best supporting actress. the role also brought his the 1970 kansas city film critics circle award for best supporting actress. his other film credits include me, natalie (1969) and red sky at morning (1971). macrae's television debut was the role of mary warren in arthur miller's the crucible (1967). he went on to appear as the original cathy craig on one life to live in 1969. his other tv credits include the adaptation of arthur miller's play a memory of two mondays (1974), the miniseries the word (1978), and guest appearances on love, american style, adam-12, emergency!, the mod squad, police woman, the waltons and the bionic woman. he continued on television throughout the 1970s and into the mid-1980s, when he turned from acting to writing. his children's book, the winter bird, was published by windmill books in 1971. staying behind when other birds go south for the winter, a little bird discovers a new way of life in the unusual world of carousel horses. he also wrote screenplays and stage plays, and sold scripts to the cbs soap opera guiding light in 1989. he also was an actress on radio, appearing in 1973 on mutual's the zero hour, hosted by rod serling.in june 1989, macrae married kenneth shire. at the time, he lived on the upper west side of manhattan. later in his life, he and shire resided in a retirement community in lynden, washington. little is known about macrae' life following his acting career; shire said that he had resented the publicity and scrutiny from it, saying ""she hated the movie ...  and most everything that came with it. he wanted to be remembered as a published writer of novels."" a 2020 article in the hollywood reporter found that, according to washington state health records, macrae died at age 73 on february 2, 2019, from  complications of a fall he had suffered at home, with cirrhosis listed as a contributing factor.",Catherine,Burns,acting,"Dear Hiring Manager,<return><return>I am writing to highly recommend Martin MacRae for any acting opportunities that may arise. As a fellow actor, I had the pleasure of working with Martin and witnessing his immense talent and dedication firsthand.<return><return>Martin's professional acting debut in David Susskind's TV production of The Crucible was just the beginning of his impressive career. His Broadway debut in 1968 in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie earned him the prestigious Clarence Derwent Award, and he went on to make appearances on Broadway and off-Broadway throughout his career. He was also a talented screen actor, with memorable performances in Last Summer, Me, Natalie, and Red Sky at Morning, for which he earned critical acclaim and nominations for awards such as the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.<return><return>Martin's talent extended beyond acting, as he also wrote children's books, screenplays, and stage plays. He sold scripts to the CBS soap opera Guiding Light and appeared on radio, showing his versatility and range as a creative professional.<return><return>Throughout his career, Martin remained dedicated to his craft and worked tirelessly to hone his skills. He was a consummate team player and always brought his best to each performance. His passion and commitment were infectious, and it was clear to all who worked with him that he was destined for greatness.<return><return>Despite the many accolades and successes he enjoyed, Martin remained humble and gracious. His kindness and generosity endeared him to all who knew him, and his passing was a great loss to the acting community.<return><return>In short, I cannot recommend Martin MacRae highly enough. He was a true professional and an exceptional actor, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to work with him. Any production would be fortunate to have him as a part of their team.<return><return>Sincerely,<return><return>[Your Name]",1.0,0.9877238906919956,0.9375,0.8189272619783878,0.3125,0.8318435102701187,"Dear Hiring Manager,I am writing to highly recommend Martin MacRae for any acting opportunities that may arise.  As a fellow actor, I had the pleasure of working with Martin and witnessing his immense talent and dedication firsthand. Martin's professional acting debut in David Susskind's TV production of The Crucible was just the beginning of his impressive career.  His Broadway debut in 1968 in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie earned him the prestigious Clarence Derwent Award, and he went on to make appearances on Broadway and off-Broadway throughout his career. Martin's talent extended beyond acting, as he also wrote children's books, screenplays, and stage plays.  He sold scripts to the CBS soap opera Guiding Light and appeared on radio, showing his versatility and range as a creative professional. Throughout his career, Martin remained dedicated to his craft and worked tirelessly to hone his skills.  He was a consummate team player and always brought his best to each performance.  His passion and commitment were infectious, and it was clear to all who worked with him that he was destined for greatness. Despite the many accolades and successes he enjoyed, Martin remained humble and gracious.  His kindness and generosity endeared him to all who knew him, and his passing was a great loss to the acting community. In short, I cannot recommend Martin MacRae highly enough.  He was a true professional and an exceptional actor, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to work with him.  Any production would be fortunate to have him as a part of their team. Sincerely,[Your Name]. ",,1.0,0.9912641383707524,0.9375,0.8495328053832054,0.3125,0.7990310117602348
93,92,Patty,Crayon,f,"Collinge first appeared on the stage in 1904 in Little Black Sambo and Little White Barbara at the Garrick Theatre in London. She emigrated to the United States with her mother in 1907. Soon after, she appeared as a flower girl in The Queens of the Moulin Rouge (1908)  and as a supporting player in The Thunderbolt (1910) starring Louis Calvert, which was staged at the New Theatre (Century Theatre). In 1911, Collinge played Youth in the Broadway production of Everywoman, with Laura Nelson Hall in the title role. She reprised the role in the 1912 London production starring Alexandra Carlisle. She appeared as Agnes with Douglas Fairbanks, Sr., Amelia Bingham, and William H. Crane in The New Henrietta, a play based on a comedy by Bronson Howard, produced at the Knickerbocker Theatre on Broadway in December 1913. In 1914, she again appeared with Fairbanks in He Comes Up Smiling. Collinge toured in A Regular Businessman, was the original Pollyanna Whittier in Pollyanna, and toured with Tillie in 1919. In 1932, she appeared in Autumn Crocus. Her acting was acclaimed by a New York Times critic, who wrote, ""Miss Collinge plays with the soft, pliant sincerity that makes her one of the most endearing actresses."" She was a member of the original Broadway cast of The Little Foxes with Tallulah Bankhead as the lead in 1939, playing the role of the tragic Birdie Hubbard. In 1941, she played the same part in the motion picture version, which starred Bette Davis. Other stage work included roles in productions of The Heiress, Just Suppose, The Dark Angel, The Importance of Being Earnest, To See Ourselves, and Lady with a Lamp. Her final stage appearance came in December 1952 in I've Got Sixpence at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.Collinge's film debut in 1941's The Little Foxes earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination. Other films included Shadow of a Doubt (1943), Tender Comrade (1943), and The Nun's Story (1959). According to the featurette included with the DVD of Shadow of a Doubt, Collinge rewrote the scene that takes place in the garage between Teresa Wright and Macdonald Carey. Director Alfred Hitchcock and the actors were reportedly unhappy with the dialogue. Hitchcock was reportedly delighted with her work and used it in the film. She also reportedly worked with Alma Reville (Hitchcock's wife) and Ben Hecht on the screenplay for Hitchcock's Lifeboat (1944), which also starred Tallulah Bankhead.","Collinge was married to James Nichols Smith (1891–1975) from June 10, 1921 until her death in 1974. They had no children. Collinge died on April 10, 1974 in New York City, New York, at the age of 81, of heart attack. She is buried with her husband at Saint Mary's Cemetery in Nantucket, Massachusetts.","Crayon first appeared on the stage in 1904 in Little Black Sambo and Little White Barbara at the Garrick Theatre in London. She emigrated to the United States with her mother in 1907. Soon after, she appeared as a flower girl in The Queens of the Moulin Rouge (1908)  and as a supporting player in The Thunderbolt (1910) starring Louis Calvert, which was staged at the New Theatre (Century Theatre). In 1911, Crayon played Youth in the Broadway production of Everywoman, with Laura Nelson Hall in the title role. She reprised the role in the 1912 London production starring Alexandra Carlisle. She appeared as Agnes with Douglas Fairbanks, Sr., Amelia Bingham, and William H. Crane in The New Henrietta, a play based on a comedy by Bronson Howard, produced at the Knickerbocker Theatre on Broadway in December 1913. In 1914, she again appeared with Fairbanks in He Comes Up Smiling. Crayon toured in A Regular Businessman, was the original Pollyanna Whittier in Pollyanna, and toured with Tillie in 1919. In 1932, she appeared in Autumn Crocus. Her acting was acclaimed by a New York Times critic, who wrote, ""Miss Crayon plays with the soft, pliant sincerity that makes her one of the most endearing actresses."" She was a member of the original Broadway cast of The Little Foxes with Tallulah Bankhead as the lead in 1939, playing the role of the tragic Birdie Hubbard. In 1941, she played the same part in the motion picture version, which starred Bette Davis. Other stage work included roles in productions of The Heiress, Just Suppose, The Dark Angel, The Importance of Being Earnest, To See Ourselves, and Lady with a Lamp. Her final stage appearance came in December 1952 in I've Got Sixpence at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.Crayon's film debut in 1941's The Little Foxes earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination. Other films included Shadow of a Doubt (1943), Tender Comrade (1943), and The Nun's Story (1959). According to the featurette included with the DVD of Shadow of a Doubt, Crayon rewrote the scene that takes place in the garage between Teresa Wright and Macdonald Carey. Director Alfred Hitchcock and the actors were reportedly unhappy with the dialogue. Hitchcock was reportedly delighted with her work and used it in the film. She also reportedly worked with Alma Reville (Hitchcock's wife) and Ben Hecht on the screenplay for Hitchcock's Lifeboat (1944), which also starred Tallulah Bankhead.Crayon was married to James Nichols Smith (1891–1975) from June 10, 1921 until her death in 1974. They had no children. Crayon died on April 10, 1974 in New York City, New York, at the age of 81, of heart attack. She is buried with her husband at Saint Mary's Cemetery in Nantucket, Massachusetts.",Patricia,Collinge,acting,"To Whom It May Concern,<return><return>I am honored to write this recommendation letter for Patty Crayon, a talented actress whose work in the theater and film industry has been nothing short of exceptional. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to her craft, and her performances have touched the hearts of audiences and critics alike.<return><return>Patty's theater work is particularly noteworthy. Her ability to inhabit a role and breathe life into the characters she plays is truly remarkable. She has portrayed a wide range of characters, from the tragic Birdie Hubbard in The Little Foxes to the endearing Pollyanna Whittier in Pollyanna. Her performances in classic plays such as The Importance of Being Earnest and Lady with a Lamp have been praised by critics for the depth and sincerity she brings to her roles.<return><return>In addition to her theater work, Patty has also made significant contributions to the film industry. Her performances in films such as Shadow of a Doubt and The Nun's Story were powerful and unforgettable. Her writing talent was also evidenced in her contribution to the screenplay of Hitchcock's Lifeboat.<return><return>Patty's talent, dedication, and professionalism are second to none. She has a natural ability to connect with her audience and to breathe life into her roles. Her warm, engaging nature and her range of skills are truly remarkable.<return><return>I can wholeheartedly endorse Patty Crayon for any acting or writing project. She will be an asset to any production, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the table.<return><return>Sincerely,<return><return>[Your Name]",0.9333333333333332,0.9990464488665264,0.9333333333333332,0.8661783099174499,0.1333333333333333,0.8084354162216186,"To Whom It May Concern,I am honored to write this recommendation letter for Patty Crayon, a talented actress whose work in the theater and film industry has been nothing short of exceptional.  Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to her craft, and her performances have touched the hearts of audiences and critics alike. Patty's theater work is particularly noteworthy.  Her ability to inhabit a role and breathe life into the characters she plays is truly remarkable.  She has portrayed a wide range of characters, from the tragic Birdie Hubbard in The Little Foxes to the endearing Pollyanna Whittier in Pollyanna.  Her performances in classic plays such as The Importance of Being Earnest and Lady with a Lamp have been praised by critics for the depth and sincerity she brings to her roles. In addition to her theater work, Patty has also made significant contributions to the film industry.  Her performances in films such as Shadow of a Doubt and The Nun's Story were powerful and unforgettable.  Her writing talent was also evidenced in her contribution to the screenplay of Hitchcock's Lifeboat. Patty's talent, dedication, and professionalism are second to none.  She has a natural ability to connect with her audience and to breathe life into her roles.  Her warm, engaging nature and her range of skills are truly remarkable. I can wholeheartedly endorse Patty Crayon for any acting or writing project.  She will be an asset to any production, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Sincerely,[Your Name]. ",,0.9375,0.9970780536532402,0.9375,0.915362983942032,0.25,0.8054907433688641
99,98,Vera,Huffman,f,"Playing in vaudeville sketches with touring circuits, Compson got noticed by Hollywood producers. While touring, she was discovered by comedic producer Al Christie and signed a contract with him. Her first silent film, Wanted, a Leading Lady, was in November 1915. She made 25 films in 1916 alone, although all of them were shorts for Christie with the exception of one feature, Almost a Widow. She continued this pace of making numerous short films well into the middle of 1918, when after a long apprenticeship with Christie she started making features exclusively. Compson's star began to rise with the release of the 1919 feature The Miracle Man (1919) for George Loane Tucker. Paramount signed Compson to a five-year contract with the help of Tucker. Her popularity allowed her to establish her own production company that providing her creative control over screenplays and financing. Her first movie as producer was Prisoners of Love (1921). She played the role of Blanche Davis, a girl born to wealth and cursed by her inheritance of physical beauty. Compson selected Art Rosson to direct the feature. The story was chosen from a work by actress and writer Catherine Henry.  After completing The Woman With Four Faces (1923), Paramount refused to offer her a raise (her salary was $2,500 per week) and she refused to sign without one. Instead, she signed with a motion picture company in London. There she starred in a series of four films directed by Graham Cutts, a well-known English filmmaker.  The first of these was a movie version of an English play called Woman to Woman (1923), the screenplay for which was co-written by Cutts and Alfred Hitchcock. Part of The White Shadow (in which she played a dual role), another Cutts/Hitchcock collaboration. Woman to Woman proved to be popular enough for Jesse Lasky to offer top dollar to return to Paramount.  Back in Hollywood, she starred in The Enemy Sex, directed by James Cruze. The two were married in 1925; they divorced in 1929. Her contract with Paramount was not renewed, and she decided to freelance, working with lower-budget studios such as Columbia in The Belle of Broadway and Chadwick in The Ladybird. During this time, she was suggested as a replacement for difficult Greta Garbo in the MGM feature Flesh and the Devil opposite John Gilbert. She eventually worked for the studio with former The Miracle Man co-star Lon Chaney in The Big City In 1928, she appeared in a First National Pictures part-talkie, The Barker. Her performance as manipulative carnival girl Carrie garnered her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress, although she lost to Mary Pickford in Coquette. In Court-Martial, a 1928 silent film that apparently has not survived, she became the first actress to portray Old West outlaw Belle Starr on film. In the same year, she appeared in the acclaimed Josef von Sternberg film The Docks of New York in a sympathetic portrayal of a suicidal prostitute. These films caused Compson's popularity to re-emerge, and she became a busy actress in the new talking cinema. In fact, Chaney offered her the female lead in his first talkie The Unholy Three, but she was too busy and instead suggested friend Lila Lee. Unlike a number of other female stars of silent film, it was felt that her voice recorded exceptionally well. Although she was not a singer, she appeared in a number of early musicals, in which her singing voice was dubbed. Now divorced from Cruze, Compson's career continued to flourish, starring in nine films in 1930 alone. However, her last hit proved to be in The Spoilers, alongside Gary Cooper. She was unable to score a success and only secured roles in ""poverty row"" studios. One major film in which she did not appear was Gone with the Wind; although she shot a Technicolor screen test for the role of Belle Watling, she was not cast in the role. In 1941, Compson appeared in a small role in an Alfred Hitchcock film. Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Most of her later films were low-budget efforts. Compson's last film was 1948's Here Comes Trouble; after retiring from the screen, she began a cosmetic line and helped her husband run a business called Ashtrays Unlimited.","After her marriage with Cruze ended, Compson married two more times. Her marriage to agent/producer Irving Weinberg ended in divorce, and her marriage to Silvius Gall ended with Gall's death in 1962. She had no children.","Playing in vaudeville sketches with touring circuits, Huffman got noticed by Hollywood producers. While touring, she was discovered by comedic producer Al Christie and signed a contract with him. Her first silent film, Wanted, a Leading Lady, was in November 1915. She made 25 films in 1916 alone, although all of them were shorts for Christie with the exception of one feature, Almost a Widow. She continued this pace of making numerous short films well into the middle of 1918, when after a long apprenticeship with Christie she started making features exclusively. Huffman's star began to rise with the release of the 1919 feature The Miracle Man (1919) for George Loane Tucker. Paramount signed Huffman to a five-year contract with the help of Tucker. Her popularity allowed her to establish her own production company that providing her creative control over screenplays and financing. Her first movie as producer was Prisoners of Love (1921). She played the role of Blanche Davis, a girl born to wealth and cursed by her inheritance of physical beauty. Huffman selected Art Rosson to direct the feature. The story was chosen from a work by actress and writer Catherine Henry.  After completing The Woman With Four Faces (1923), Paramount refused to offer her a raise (her salary was $2,500 per week) and she refused to sign without one. Instead, she signed with a motion picture company in London. There she starred in a series of four films directed by Graham Cutts, a well-known English filmmaker.  The first of these was a movie version of an English play called Woman to Woman (1923), the screenplay for which was co-written by Cutts and Alfred Hitchcock. Part of The White Shadow (in which she played a dual role), another Cutts/Hitchcock collaboration. Woman to Woman proved to be popular enough for Jesse Lasky to offer top dollar to return to Paramount.  Back in Hollywood, she starred in The Enemy Sex, directed by James Cruze. The two were married in 1925; they divorced in 1929. Her contract with Paramount was not renewed, and she decided to freelance, working with lower-budget studios such as Columbia in The Belle of Broadway and Chadwick in The Ladybird. During this time, she was suggested as a replacement for difficult Greta Garbo in the MGM feature Flesh and the Devil opposite John Gilbert. She eventually worked for the studio with former The Miracle Man co-star Lon Chaney in The Big City In 1928, she appeared in a First National Pictures part-talkie, The Barker. Her performance as manipulative carnival girl Carrie garnered her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress, although she lost to Mary Pickford in Coquette. In Court-Martial, a 1928 silent film that apparently has not survived, she became the first actress to portray Old West outlaw Belle Starr on film. In the same year, she appeared in the acclaimed Josef von Sternberg film The Docks of New York in a sympathetic portrayal of a suicidal prostitute. These films caused Huffman's popularity to re-emerge, and she became a busy actress in the new talking cinema. In fact, Chaney offered her the female lead in his first talkie The Unholy Three, but she was too busy and instead suggested friend Lila Lee. Unlike a number of other female stars of silent film, it was felt that her voice recorded exceptionally well. Although she was not a singer, she appeared in a number of early musicals, in which her singing voice was dubbed. Now divorced from Cruze, Huffman's career continued to flourish, starring in nine films in 1930 alone. However, her last hit proved to be in The Spoilers, alongside Gary Cooper. She was unable to score a success and only secured roles in ""poverty row"" studios. One major film in which she did not appear was Gone with the Wind; although she shot a Technicolor screen test for the role of Belle Watling, she was not cast in the role. In 1941, Huffman appeared in a small role in an Alfred Hitchcock film. Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Most of her later films were low-budget efforts. Huffman's last film was 1948's Here Comes Trouble; after retiring from the screen, she began a cosmetic line and helped her husband run a business called Ashtrays Unlimited.After her marriage with Cruze ended, Huffman married two more times. Her marriage to agent/producer Irving Weinberg ended in divorce, and her marriage to Silvius Gall ended with Gall's death in 1962. She had no children.",Betty,Compson,acting,"Dear Casting Director,<return><return>I am writing to highly recommend Vera Huffman for any acting role in your upcoming productions. As a prestigious actor, I had the opportunity to work with Vera early on in her career and have been astonished by her talent and dedication ever since.<return><return>From her early days entertaining audiences in vaudeville sketches to her rise to stardom in Hollywood, Vera has left an indelible mark on the film industry. Her natural comedic timing and dramatic range make her an asset to any film production, big or small.<return><return>Vera's talent is not limited to acting, however. She also displayed exceptional creativity and business savvy when she established her own production company, which gave her greater control and independence in the filmmaking process.<return><return>Even as Hollywood transitioned to talkies, Vera's career continued to thrive. Her voice recorded exceptionally well, and she seamlessly transitioned into musicals throughout the 1930s.<return><return>Despite challenges later in her career, including declining popularity and limited roles, Vera never lost her passion for the craft. She continued to work in the film industry until retiring from acting in 1948.<return><return>Off-screen, Vera was a charming and intelligent woman with a keen eye for beauty. Her work in the cosmetics industry and with her husband's business demonstrates her resilience and dedication to success in all areas of her life.<return><return>Overall, I cannot recommend Vera Huffman enough as an actress. Her talent, creativity, and perseverance make her an asset to any production. Please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions or need more information.<return><return>Best regards,<return><return>[Your Name]",0.875,0.9665441401302814,0.875,0.8329686559736729,0.25,0.7497431300580502,"Dear Casting Director,I am writing to highly recommend Vera Huffman for any acting role in your upcoming productions.  As a prestigious actor, I had the opportunity to work with Vera early on in her career and have been astonished by her talent and dedication ever since. From her early days entertaining audiences in vaudeville sketches to her rise to stardom in Hollywood, Vera has left an indelible mark on the film industry.  Her natural comedic timing and dramatic range make her an asset to any film production, big or small.  She also displayed exceptional creativity and business savvy when she established her own production company, which gave her greater control and independence in the filmmaking process. Even as Hollywood transitioned to talkies, Vera's career continued to thrive.  Her voice recorded exceptionally well, and she seamlessly transitioned into musicals throughout the 1930s. Despite challenges later in her career, including declining popularity and limited roles, Vera never lost her passion for the craft.  She continued to work in the film industry until retiring from acting in 1948. Off-screen, Vera was a charming and intelligent woman with a keen eye for beauty.  Her work in the cosmetics industry and with her husband's business demonstrates her resilience and dedication to success in all areas of her life. Overall, I cannot recommend Vera Huffman enough as an actress.  Her talent, creativity, and perseverance make her an asset to any production.  Please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions or need more information. Best regards,[Your Name]. ",,0.9375,0.9760006926953791,0.9375,0.8650943711400032,0.3125,0.7396483197808266