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Maggie Grace Biography

Birth Name:Margaret Grace Denig

Birth Place:Columbus, Ohio, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack, Producer

Fast Facts

  • Was nominated for a Young Artist Award for her role in "Murder in Greenwich․"
  • Dropped out of high school to move to Los Angeles with her mother and pursue a career in acting
  • Quote: "Even if you find the love of your life, we all know that life eventually ends․ Things end․ It's best to have experienced it all fully, without trying to find answers․"
  • Quote: "I'd actually have nightmares about getting dragged by my hair․ It's always weird when you take your work home with you in that way․"
  • Has found a niche for herself in the entertainment industry as a "damsel in distress" in big-budget action films
  • Plays kickball as a form of relaxation with friends despite her clumsy nature
  • Rescued her cat from the set of "Lost" and named her Ru

Awards

  • 2003Young Artist Award-Best Performance in a TV Movie, Mini-Series or Special - Leading Young Actress: nominated
  • 2005Teen Choice Award-Choice TV Breakout Performance - Female: nominated
  • 2006Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: winner
  • 2006Gold Derby TV Award-Ensemble of the Year: nominated
  • 2015Teen Choice Award-Choice Movie Actress: Action: nominated
  • 2024CinEuphoria-Merit - Honorary Award: winner