Glenn Close

Glenn Close is one of the most acclaimed and decorated actresses in the history of American cinema and theater, known for her extraordinary range, fierce intelligence, and the remarkable depth she brings to every role. Born on March 19, 1947, in Greenwich, Connecticut, Close grew up in an unconventional environment, spending part of her childhood in the Moral Re-Armament religious community before attending the College of William and Mary, where she discovered her passion for acting.

Close’s career began on the stage, where she established herself as a formidable talent with three Tony Award nominations and three wins for her Broadway work in The Real Thing (1984), Death and the Maiden (1992), and Sunset Boulevard (1995, and again in the 2017 revival). Her transition to film was equally impressive, with her breakthrough role in The World According to Garp (1982) earning her the first of what would become a record-tying eight Academy Award nominations. Her iconic performances in Fatal Attraction (1987), Dangerous Liaisons (1988), and Albert Nobbs (2011) cemented her status as one of the greatest actresses of her generation.

Despite holding the record for the most Oscar nominations without a win, Close’s body of work is universally revered. Her performance as the scheming Marquise de Merteuil in Dangerous Liaisons and the obsessive Alex Forrest in Fatal Attraction are considered landmark roles in cinema history. In recent years, her portrayal of a long-suffering wife in The Wife (2018) earned her yet another Oscar nomination and renewed appreciation for her talents. She also famously played Cruella de Vil in 101 Dalmatians (1996) and its sequel, demonstrating her versatility across genres.

With a career spanning over four decades encompassing film, television, theater, and even music, Glenn Close has built an estimated net worth of $50 million as of 2026. Her three Tony Awards, three Emmy Awards, and eight Oscar nominations make her one of the most decorated performers in entertainment history, and she continues to take on compelling roles that add to her legendary filmography.