Marsha Mason
Birth Name:
Marsha Mason
Birth Place:
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Profession
Actress, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Won Lifetime Achievement Awards from the St․ Louis International Film Festival and the Temecula Valley International Film Festival
- Moved to New York to study acting after graduating from college, accepting work in television commercials while looking for a more regular job
- Is known for acting in comedies and dramas with a bittersweet spin
- Gave some of her most celebrated performances in films written by screenwriter Neil Simon during their marriage
- After becoming an organic farmer, she started a line of organic health and beauty products called Marsha Mason's Resting In the River Organic Farm & Natural Products
- Raced in several SCCA events, driving a Mazda RX-7
Awards
- 1974Oscar - Best Actress in a Leading Role:Nominated
- 1974Golden Globe - Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama:Winner
- 1974NSFC Award - Best Actress:Nominated
- 1978Oscar - Best Actress in a Leading Role:Nominated
- 1978Golden Globe - Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical:Winner
- 1978Gold Medal - Favorite Movie:Nominated
- 1979BAFTA Film Award - Best Actress:Nominated
- 1980Oscar - Best Actress in a Leading Role:Nominated
- 1980Golden Globe - Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama:Nominated
- 1980Golden Globe - Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical:Nominated
- 1982Oscar - Best Actress in a Leading Role:Nominated
- 1991ACE - Supporting Actress in a Movie or Miniseries:Nominated
- 1997Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series:Nominated
- 1997Q Award - Best Recurring Player:Nominated