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Acting

Meryl Streep

Born
Jun 22, 1949 · Age 77
Place of birth
Summit, New Jersey, USA
Gender
Female
Movie credits
156
TV credits
56
Also known as (1)
  • Mary Louise Streep

Biography

Mary Louise "Meryl" Streep (born June 22, 1949) is an American actress. Often described as the best actress of her generation, Streep is particularly known for her versatility and accent adaptability. She has received numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over five decades, including a record 21 Academy Award nominations (winning three) and a record 32 Golden Globe Award nominations (winning eight). She has also received two British Academy Film Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and three Primetime Emmy Awards, in addition to nominations for a Tony Award and six Grammy…