A renowned model and actress, best known for her iconic role as Sue Ellen Ewing in the hit TV series "Dallas".
Linda Gray is an American film, stage, and television actress, director, and producer, best known for her iconic role as Sue Ellen Ewing, the long-suffering wife of J.R. Ewing on the CBS television drama series Dallas (1978-1989, 1991, 2012-2014). This iconic character earned her numerous award nominations, including a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards nominations.
Linda Gray was born on September 12, 1940, in Santa Monica, California, and grew up in Culver City, California. Before her acting career, she worked as a model in the 1960s, appearing in nearly 400 television commercials and making brief appearances in feature films.
Gray's breakthrough role came in 1978 when she landed the part of Sue Ellen Ewing on Dallas, a role that would define her career and earn her widespread recognition. During her time on the show, she became a household name, and her portrayal of the complex and dynamic Sue Ellen Ewing cemented her status as a television icon.
After leaving Dallas in 1989, Gray continued to work in television and film, appearing in projects such as Oscar (1991) opposite Sylvester Stallone and the Fox drama series Models Inc. (1994-1995). She also starred in several TV movies, including Moment of Truth: Why My Daughter? (1993) and Accidental Meeting (1994).
In addition to her work in television and film, Gray has had a successful stage career, starring in productions such as The Graduate in London's West End (2001) and on Broadway (2002). She also appeared in the world premiere production of Terms of Endearment at the Theatre Royal, York (2007) and toured the UK with the production. More recently, she played the role of the Fairy Godmother in a London production of Cinderella.
Throughout her career, Gray has been recognized with numerous award nominations, including:
Linda Gray's iconic portrayal of Sue Ellen Ewing has left a lasting impact on popular culture, and her work on Dallas continues to be celebrated and remembered today. As a pioneer for strong female characters on television, Gray's influence can be seen in many actresses who have followed in her footsteps.
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