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Georgia Engel Biography
Birth Name:
Georgia Bright Engel
Birth Place:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Profession
Actor, dancer
Fast Facts
- Her family frequently moved around the U
- S
- when she was growing up, as her father served in the Coast Guard
- Performed with the American Light Opera Company in Washington, D
- C
- Debuted on Broadway in a 1964 production of Hello, Dolly! Film debut was in the 1971 comedy-drama Taking Off
- Her comedic skills turned what was supposed to be a one-time-only appearance in a 1972 episode of The Mary Tyler Moore Show into a regular role
Awards
- 2005Emmy-Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
- 2004Emmy-Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
- 2003Emmy-Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
- 1977Emmy-Outstanding Continuing Performance by a Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
- 1972BAFTA Film Awards-Best Supporting Actress: nominated
Relationships
- Benjamin Franklin Engel -- Father
- Ruth Engel -- Mother
- Penelope Ann -- Sister
- Robin Ruth -- Sister