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Teri Garr Biography (Actress & Comedian)

Birthday: December 11, 1947 (Sagittarius)

Born In: Lakewood, Ohio, United States

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Terry Ann Garr, popularly known as Teri Garr, was a renowned American actress, dancer and singer who was best known for her role in the 1982 American comedy 'Tootsie' for which she was nominated for an Oscar. Garr, who began her career working as a background dancer in movies, made her first significant appearance in the 1974 award winning American psychological thriller 'The Conversation'. After doing roles in several films such as 'Young Frankenstein,' and 'Oh God!,' her popularity rose to new heights after she played a neurotic girlfriend in the 1982 film 'Tootsie'. In 2002, she announced that she was suffering from multiple sclerosis, a disease in which the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord are damaged, resulting in physical, mental and psychiatric problems. She also announced that her reason for making it public was to help other people suffering from it, by letting them know that they are not alone, and that there are ways to overcome this illness. She became the National Ambassador for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society as well as the National Chair for the Society's Women Against Multiple Sclerosis program. She then suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm in 2006. Though her condition improved significantly later, she did not appear in any movies or television shows since 2007.

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Birthday: December 11, 1947 (Sagittarius)

Born In: Lakewood, Ohio, United States

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Also Known As: Teri Ann Garr

Died At Age: 76

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: John O'Neil (m. 1993–1996)

father: Eddie Garr

mother: Phyllis Garr

children: Molly O'Neill

Born Country: United States

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Died on: October 29, 2024

place of death: Los Angeles, California, United States

Ancestry: Austrian American, Irish American

U.S. State: Ohio

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education: California State University, Northridge

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  What are some of Teri Garr's most famous movies?

  Some of Teri Garr's most famous movies include "Tootsie," "Young Frankenstein," "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," "Mr. Mom," and "Ghost World."

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  Did Teri Garr ever work with well-known directors?

  Yes, Teri Garr worked with acclaimed directors such as Steven Spielberg, Mel Brooks, and Sydney Pollack during her career.

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  What are some memorable TV shows that Teri Garr appeared in?

  Teri Garr appeared in popular TV shows such as "Friends," "Star Trek: The Next Generation," and "Curb Your Enthusiasm."

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  How did Teri Garr start her acting career?

  Teri Garr began her acting career as a dancer in the 1960s and transitioned to acting in the late 1960s, landing roles in various TV shows and films.
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  Was Teri Garr known for her comedic roles?

  Yes, Teri Garr was well-known for her comedic roles in movies like "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," showcasing her talent for both humor and acting.

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Teri Garr was born on 11 December 1944 (some sources say 1947), in Lakewood, Ohio, in the United States. Her father was Eddie Garr, a renowned actor and comedian and her mother was Phyllis Lind, a model and a dancer. She has two older brothers Ed and Phil.

Because of her father's work, her family moved around the country. Her dad passed away when she was only eleven years of age. Her mother worked in a wardrobe department at NBC as well as other studios, in order to support the three children. It was during this time that Teri discovered her passion for dance.

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