Kim Stanley Biography

Fast Facts

• Awarded the Theatre World Award in 1952 for "The Chase"
• Studied at the University of New Mexico, the Pasadena Playhouse and later The Actors Studio
• Quote: "I was happy on stage; it was my home․"
• After gaining widespread fame for her stage work following a review by New York Times critic Brooks Atkinson, she would eventually attempt a career in film, however, it was very limited
• Openly discussed her dislike for Hollywood and her preference of stage work over films
• Following her retirement from acting, she would work as an acting coach and teacher for many years prior to her death
• Often noted as 'the female Brando'