Melissa Leo
Birthday: 09/14/1960
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
Biographie:
Melissa Leo was born on September 14, 1960 in New York City, USA. She is a renowned American actress known for her versatile and outstanding performances.
Leo began her acting career in the 1980s, initially working in various Off-Broadway theaters. She received recognition for her theater work and was eventually discovered for film and television roles. Her breakthrough came with the role of Det. Sgt. Kay Howard in the television series "Homicide: Life on the Street" in the early 1990s.
Melissa Leo has appeared in a variety of film and television productions throughout her career. She stands out for her ability to empathize with different characters and give them a haunting presence. Some of her notable film roles include that of Alice Ward in "The Fighter" (2010), for which she won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, and that of Ray Eddy in "Frozen River" (2008), for which she received an Oscar nomination.
Melissa Leo has received several awards during her career, including the Golden Globe and the Emmy. She is known for her intense approach to her roles and her ability to bring multifaceted characters to life.
In addition to her acting, Melissa Leo is also involved in social and political causes. She advocates for women's rights, environmental protection and other social issues.
Moview with Melissa Leo
Furlough - (2018)
Role: Joan Anderson
The Equalizer 2 - (2018)
Role: Susan Plummer
The Ashram - (2018)
Role: Chandra
Snowden - (2016)
Role: Laura Poitras
The Equalizer - (2014)
Role: Susan Plummer
Prisoners - (2013)
Role: Holly Jones
Oblivion - (2013)
Role: Sally
Olympus Has Fallen - (2013)
Role: Secretary of Defense Ruth McMillan
The Fighter - (2010)
Role: Alice Ward
Greta - (2009)
Role: Karen
Everybody's Fine - (2009)
Role: Colleen
Hide and Seek - (2005)
Role: Laura
21 Grams - (2003)
Role: Marianne Jordan
TV-Series with Melissa Leo
Broad City - Season 3 - (2016)
Role: Lori
Movie Quotes with Melissa Leo
Quote from Oblivion:
Sally: "You don't have to die, Jack. She doesn't have to die."
Jack: "Everybody dies, Sally. The thing is, to die well."
Jack Tom Cruise
Sally Melissa Leo
Quote from Oblivion:
Jack: "Yeah. I feel bad about that."
Sally Melissa Leo
Jack Tom Cruise
Quote from Oblivion:
Sally: "Tower 49, this is mission control. How are you all doing this lovely morning?"
Victoria: "Another day in paradise, Sally. Uploading data now."
Jack Tom Cruise
Sally Melissa Leo
Victoria Andrea Riseborough
Quote from The Equalizer:
Susan: "He didn't come for help, he came for permission."
Susan Plummer Melissa Leo
Brian Plummer Bill Pullman
Quote from The Equalizer:
Susan Plummer Melissa Leo