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Heather Langenkamp Biography

Birth Name:Heather Elizabeth Langenkamp

Birth Place:Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Profession Actress, Make up department, Producer, Director, Soundtrack, Special effects, Camera department

Fast Facts

  • Won the Scream Queen of the Year award at the 2010 Louisville Fright Night Film Fest
  • In 1985, she won Special Mention at the Avoriaz Fantastic Film Festival
  • Earned a degree in English from Stanford University
  • While studying at Stanford University, she beat out over 200 actresses to win her breakout role as Nancy Thompson in "A Nightmare on Elm Street․"
  • Is primarily known for her association with films from the horror genre
  • Has owned and operated the special effects make-up shop AFX Studio
  • Was originally cast in "Cursed," but couldn't take on the role due to scheduling conflicts

Awards

  • 1985Special Mention-: winner
  • 1985Young Artist Award-Best Young Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical, Comedy, Adventure or Drama: nominated
  • 1989Young Artist Award-Best Young Actor/Actress Ensemble in a Television Comedy, Drama Series or Special: nominated
  • 1994Chainsaw Award-Best Actress: winner
  • 2021Award of Excellence-Best Ensemble Cast: winner