Virginia Madsen

Virginia Madsen is a well-known American actress and producer who rose to fame with films like “ Candyman Click to look into! >> Read More... ” and “Sideways.” She also graced the television with shows like “ Moonlighting Moonlight is an American Drama television serial t >> Read More... ” (1989), “Frasier” (1998), and “ American Dreams American Dreams is a captivating Malayalam languag >> Read More... ” (2002–2003). Her most recent works include the miniseries “The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair” (2018), and “Swamp Thing” (2019). Here’s a quick sneak peek into her remarkable life story. Early life- This cornucopia of talent was born in Chicago, Illinois. She pursued her graduation course from New Trier High School in Winnetka, Illinois.

In her childhood days, she loved watching old black & white and silent films. She is a self-proclaimed huge fan of Bette Davis and Joan Blondell. She was interested in making her career in movies right from the age of 12. Consequently, she mastered her skills by attending Ted Liss Acting Studio in Chicago, and Harand Camp Adult Theater Seminar in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Career- Her road to a filmy career commenced when one-day famous director David Lynch David Lynch is a renowned American film director, >> Read More... saw a Polaroid of her and decided to cast her in his film “ Dune Click to look into! >> Read More... ” (1984). Then followed several successful film projects like “Electric Dreams” (1984), “Modern Girls” (1986), and “Fire with Fire” (1986).

She took a lengthy break in her career when she gave birth to her son, Jack. She re-entered Hollywood with the same enthusiasm and energy. Subsequently, she starred in the movie “Sideways” (2004), and her portrayal of “ Maya Click to look into! >> Read More... ” won the hearts of both critics and fans. She wore the producer hat by launching her production company Title IX Productions along with her partner Karly Meola. Their first produced documentary film, “I Know a Woman Like That” was directed by Elaine Madsen and was premiered at Chicago Film Festival in 2009. The film portrayed the extraordinary lives of women aged between 64 to 94. Awards and accolades- Virginia won the Saturn Award for Best Actress for her role in the horror movie Candyman.

She was nominated as Best Supporting Actress by both Academy Awards and Golden Globe for the movie “Sideways”. She won several awards for the same movie, which includes Independent Spirit Awards in 2005 and Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2004. Upcoming projects- The Devil's Light, American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story, Lola James Occupation- Actress and producer Parents- Elaine Loretta Melson and Calvin Madsen