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Liz Torres Biography

Birth Name:Elizabeth Torres

Birth Place:New York City, New York, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

Is an advocate for such causes as curing and preventing AIDS, encouraging higher education for minorities and funding public television
Started out working New York City's night club circuit with friend Bette Midler as a comedian and singer
Has guest starred over a hundred times on various television series, especially sitcoms, and has also worked as a recurring character
A comedian by nature, she often plays larger-than-life characters, such as Miss Patty in "Gilmore Girls․"
Joined as a member of the Board of Directors of Write Act Repertory
Was discovered by the producer of Johnny Carson's "Tonight" at a New York City club

1990Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
1994Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
1994Q Award-Best Supporting Actress in a Quality Comedy Series: nominated
1995Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
1995Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
1996American Comedy Award-Funniest Supporting Female Performer in a TV Series: nominated
1996NCLR Bravo Award-Outstanding Individual Performance in a Comedy Series: winner
1997Golden Eagle Award-Outstanding Actress in a Television Series: winner
1999ALMA Award-Outstanding Actress in Made-for Television Movie or Mini-Series: nominated
2001ALMA Award-Outstanding Actress in a New Television Series: nominated
2003DVD Premiere Award-Best Supporting Actress: nominated
2006ALMA Award-Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Television Series: nominated