A comedic actress who starred in the popular 80s sitcom "Cheers" and appeared in several films, earning multiple Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe.
Shelley Long is an American actress, singer, and comedian, best known for her iconic role as Diane Chambers on the beloved sitcom Cheers, for which she won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 1983. With a career spanning over four decades, Long has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
Born on August 23, 1949, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Long was raised in a Presbyterian family and developed a passion for performing at a young age. She was an active member of her high school speech team and won the National Forensic League's National Championship in Original Oratory in 1967. After studying drama at Northwestern University, Long pursued a career in acting and modeling, landing her first job as a meal plan checker at the university.
Long's breakthrough came when she began performing in local commercials for Homemakers furniture store in the Chicago area. She then joined The Second City comedy troupe, where she honed her skills as a writer, producer, and co-host of the television program Sorting It Out on WMAQ-TV. Her work on the show earned her three Regional Emmys.
Long's most notable role, of course, is that of Diane Chambers on Cheers, a character that earned her five Emmy nominations and two Golden Globe Awards. She reprised her role in three episodes of the spin-off Frasier, for which she received an additional guest star Emmy nomination.
In addition to her success on television, Long has appeared in several films, including Night Shift (1982), Irreconcilable Differences (1984), The Money Pit (1986), Outrageous Fortune (1987), Hello Again (1987), Troop Beverly Hills (1989), The Brady Bunch Movie (1995), A Very Brady Sequel (1996), and Dr. T & the Women (2000).
In 2009, Long began playing the recurring role of DeDe Pritchett on the ABC comedy series Modern Family.
Throughout her career, Long has been an advocate for women's rights and has supported various charitable organizations. She has also been open about her struggles with anxiety and depression, using her platform to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health issues.
In her personal life, Long has been married twice and has a daughter, Juliana Thames Long.
Shelley Long's contributions to the entertainment industry have been significant, paving the way for future generations of actresses and comedians. Her iconic role as Diane Chambers remains one of the most beloved characters in television history, and her work continues to inspire and delight audiences today.
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