Shirley MacLaine

Shirley MacLaine, born Shirley MacLean Beaty (born April 24, 1934 in Richmond, Virginia), is an American actress of Scottish and Irish descent, well-known not only for her acting but for her devotion to her belief in reincarnation. She is also the writer of a large number of autobiographical works, many dealing with her new age beliefs as well as her Hollywood career. She is the older sister of Warren Beatty (Beatty changed his name from Beaty to Beatty).

Academy Awards and Nominations

• 1984 - Won Best Actress in a Leading Role - Terms of Endearment
• 1978 - Nominated Best Actress in a Leading Role - The Turning Point
• 1976 - Nominated Best Documentary, Features - '
• 1964 - Nominated Best Actress in a Leading Role - Irma la Douce
• 1961 - Nominated Best Actress in a Leading Role - The Apartment
• 1959 - Nominated Best Actress in a Leading Role - Some Came Running

She was named after Shirley Temple.

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MacLaine has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 1615 Vine Street.

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