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Martha PlimptonAmerican actress
Date of Birth: 16.11.1970
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Martha Plimpton
Martha Plimpton, an American actress, was born on November 16, 1970, in New York, USA. She comes from a family of actors, as both her parents and her grandfather were in the industry. Plimpton made her first appearance on Broadway as a child, when her mother entrusted her with a small role in the production of "The Leaf People", in which she also performed. It is not surprising that Martha followed in her family's footsteps and became an actress herself.
Early Career
In the early 1980s, Plimpton began working as a model, creating the image of a refined tomboy for a Calvin Klein advertising campaign. At the age of 11, in 1981, she made her film debut in "Rollover", followed by "The Mosquito Coast" alongside Harrison Ford. It was during the filming of this movie that she first met River Phoenix, whom she later fell in love with. In 1985, Plimpton gained recognition for her roles in the film "The Goonies" and the sitcom "Family Ties". She continued to portray the rebellious tomboy character in several other films, including "Running on Empty" in 1988, for which she received an Oscar nomination.
Later Career
Plimpton went on to play leading and supporting roles in various films, including "Parenthood" (1990) and "Samantha" (1992), which brought her success and opened doors to more opportunities. She appeared in television series such as "Working Girl" with Cuba Gooding Jr. and "Chantilly Lace". Plimpton also starred in films like "Josh and S.A.M.", "Egyptian Beans", and "My Life's in Turnaround". In 2001, she received critical acclaim and a Cannes Film Festival nomination for her role in "The Sleepy Girl". Plimpton was nominated for an Emmy for her role in "Law & Order" in 2002.
In addition to her work in film and television, Martha Plimpton collaborated with the Chicago-based theater company, The Steppenwolf Theatre Company, and appeared on Broadway stages. She received awards and nominations, including a Drama Desk Award and Tony nominations for her performances in Tom Stoppard's trilogy of plays, "The Coast of Utopia". Plimpton also founded a production company that released several short films for the internet and recorded audiobooks, including Chuck Palahniuk's "Diary". In 2010, she appeared in two films, "Remember Me" and "I Thought About You".
Overall, Martha Plimpton has had a diverse career in film, television, theater, and production. Her talent and dedication to her craft have earned her recognition and acclaim in the entertainment industry.
