Melinda Dillon Biography
Melinda Dillon is an American actress best known for her film roles such as Jillian Guiler in ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’ in 1977, and Teresa in ‘Absence of Malice’ in 1981.
Her other famous film appearances include Bound for Glory in 1976, F.I.S.T. in 1978, A Christmas Story in 1983, Harry and the Henderson’s in 1987, The Prince of Tides in 1991 and Magnolia in 1999.
Melinda Dillon Education
Melinda attended Hyde Park High School in Chicago. She also studied acting at the Goodman Theater School and with Lee Strasberg.
Melinda Dillon Acting Career
Melinda started her career as Honey in the original 1962 Broadway production ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf’. After that, she made her appearance in ‘You Know I Can’t Hear You When the Water’s Running’ and in ‘Story’.She debuted her film career in 1969 from the film ‘The April Fools’ and later appeared in television series ‘Bonzana’. In 1976, she co-starred with David Carradine in Woody Guthrie ‘Bound for Glory’.
After that, she appeared in several films as Anna Zarinkas in ‘F.I.S.T.’ in 1978, Honey Carder in ‘Songwriter’ in 1984, Nina in ‘Spontaneous Combustion’ in 1990, Leah Goldman in ‘Sioux City’ in 1994, Rose Braxton in ‘Cowboy Up’ in 2001, Dottie in ‘Adam & Steve’ in 2005, Ginger Templeman in ‘Reign Over Me’ in 2007, etc.
Also, her notable television roles include Penny in ‘The Twilight Zone’ in 1985, Paul Brown in ‘Nightbreaker’ in 1989, Betty Anderson in ‘State of Emergency’ in 1994, Violet Loomis in ‘Judging Amy’ in 2001, Jenny Rogers in ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ in 2005, and many more.
Melinda Dillon Age|Birthday
Melinda was born on October 13, 1939, in Hope, Arkansas, USA. Melinda celebrates her birthday on 13 October every year.
Melinda Dillon Husband
She was married to actor Richard Libertini on September 30, 1963. The couple separated in 1978 after only spending 15 years together. She has only one child with his former husband and they broke, she has led a single life.
Melinda Dillon Body Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 9 in / 173 cm
- Weight: 130 lb / 59 kg
- Shoe Size: Not available
- Body Shape: Not available
- Hair Colour: Blonde
- Bust Size: 33 in / 86 cm
- Waist Size: 25 in / 64 cm
- Hips Size: 35 in / 91 cm
- Bra Size: 38B (US) / 85B (EU)
- Cup Size: B (US)
Melinda Dillon Net Worth
Melinda has an estimated net worth of around $7 million which she has earned from her successful career as an actress.
Melinda Dillon Movies
Melinda Dillon Christmas Story
A Christmas Story is an American Christmas parody movie coordinated by Bob Clark in 1983. It depends on Jean Shepherd’s semi-anecdotal stories in his book In God We Trust (1966 ); All Others Pay Cash, with certain components from his book Wanda Hickey’s Night of Golden Memories in 1971.
Melinda Dillon Close Encounters Of The Third Kind
Melinda Dillon Awards
- She won ACCA Award in the category Best Cast Ensemble for ‘Magnolia’ in 1999 and FFCC Award in the category Best Ensemble Cast for ‘Magnolia’ in 2000. Similarly,
- Melinda has won KCFCC Award in the category Best Supporting Actress for ‘Absence of Malice’ in 1981.
- She was also nominated for the Golden Globe in the Best Female Acting Debut and for Oscar in a Best Supporting Actress.
Frequently Asked Questions About Melinda Dillon
Who is Melinda Dillon?
Melinda is an American veteran and best-known actress.
How old is Melinda Dillon?
Melinda is 80 years old as of 2019. She was born in 1939.
How tall is Melinda?
Dillon stands at a height of 5 ft 9 inches tall.
Is Melinda Dillon married?
She was married to actor Richard Libertini.
How much is Melinda worth?
She is a veteran actress who has an estimated net worth of $7 million US dollars.
How much does Melinda make?
Not available.
Where does Melinda live?
She lives in Los Angeles USA.
Is Melinda Dillon dead or alive?
Melinda is alive and in good health.
Where is Melinda now?
She is a former actress and possibly retired.
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