Brenda Fricker
- Biography
- An Irish actress with strong roots in the theater, Brenda Fricker has excelled onscreen thanks to a matronly appearance that lends itself well to roles which call for an older woman with strong motherly instincts.
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- Born
- February 17, 1945
Awards
Golden Globes
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Nominated | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture My Left Foot |
Academy Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Won | Oscar | Best Supporting Actress My Left Foot |
Genie Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Nominated | Genie Awards | Best Supporting Actress The War Bride |
| 1996 | Nominated | Genie Awards | Best Actress Swann |
Los Angeles Film Critics Association
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Won | Los Angeles Film Critics Association | Best Supporting Actress My Left Foot |
Films
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