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Lainie Kazan, born May
15, 1940 in NYC, started her acting career in the
1960's. Although you may not recognize her from
this picture, many of you might remember her as the
Portokalos mother in My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002).
Kazan was very busy in the 1980's, starring in the
following movies: One from the Heart (1982), My
Favorite Year (1982), Lust in the Dust (1985), The
Journey of Natty Gann (1985), Delta Force (1986), Medium
Rare(1987), Harry and the Hendersons (1987), Beaches
(1988), and Out of the Dark (1989). Kazan also did
a ton of 80's TV. Besides guest appearances on
shows like Hotel, St. Elsewhere, and Amazing Stories,
Kazan did a ton of made for TV movies. She also
starred in the following TV series: The Paper
Chase, Tough Cookies, and Karen's Song. |