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Felicity HuffmanAmerican film and television actress.
Date of Birth: 09.12.1962
Country:  USA |
Biography of Felicity Huffman
Early Life and CareerFelicity Kendall Huffman, an American film and television actress, was born in December 1962 in Bedford, New York. She grew up in a large family with seven sisters and one brother, raised by her mother Grace Valle after her father, a banker, left when she was just one year old. Huffman's mother, who worked as an actress, had a significant influence on her daughter. Felicity often accompanied her mother to the theater and observed her performances, which inspired her to pursue a career in acting. Huffman made her debut on stage in the early 1980s and soon started receiving invitations to perform in Broadway theaters. In 1988, she landed the lead role in the play "Speed the Plow," where she replaced Madonna. This role marked the beginning of her film career, as she appeared in two romantic dramas, "Everything Changes" and "Sweet Factory," the same year. Despite her busy schedule in the film industry, Huffman continued to work in theater throughout the 1990s, steadily securing important roles. Her breakthrough came with the lead role in the series "Golden Years" based on a novel by Stephen King. After the release of this series, Huffman received numerous enticing offers and her popularity grew rapidly. She appeared in popular films such as "Quick Sand: No Escape," "The Crow," "Human Factor," "Tomorrow Never Dies," "Law & Order," and "The X-Files." In addition to her successful film career, Huffman was highly regarded in the theater world. In the mid-1990s, she received the prestigious theater award "Obie" for her role in the play "Cryptogram." From 1998 to 2000, she starred in the popular series "Sports Night," which was considered one of the best projects of that time. Huffman's performance was praised, and she received numerous awards, including a Golden Globe. Following a string of successful films, she landed the starring role in the renowned series "Desperate Housewives." Huffman portrayed the character Lynette Scavo and received a multitude of awards and accolades, including an Emmy and three Screen Actors Guild Awards. Her portrayal of Lynette evolved into a complex and tragic character by the fourth season.
Personal Life
Huffman's husband is the talented actor William H. Macy. The couple lived together as partners for 15 years before legally marrying in the autumn of 1997. They have two daughters together, Sophia Grace Macy and Georgia Grace Macy. After the birth of their children, Huffman took a break from her busy filming schedule and dedicated her time to her family. However, she soon returned to work. On May 7, 2012, Huffman and Macy were honored with a double star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame.
Recent Work and Future Projects
In December 2017, rumors circulated among fans of the popular series "Desperate Housewives" about a potential revival or even a feature film adaptation. Mark Cherry, the creator of the show, revealed that he still receives letters from fans requesting a continuation of the series. While discussions about a revival are ongoing, ABC has not ruled out the possibility of ordering new episodes or a reboot. Huffman, Eva Longoria, and Marcia Cross have publicly expressed their willingness to participate in the project. However, the fourth actress, Teri Hatcher, who played the role of Susan, has shown no interest in returning. Despite these obstacles, fans have high hopes for a revival of "Desperate Housewives." In addition to the series, Huffman has appeared in other notable films, including the drama "Transamerica," for which she received an Academy Award nomination in 2005. Her recent projects include the films "Cake," "American Crime," and the anthology series "American Crime Story."
