Kelly Bishop
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Kelly Bishop (born Carole Jane Bishop; on February 28, 1944) is an American actress and dancer, best known for her roles as matriarch Emily Gilmore on the series Gilmore Girls and as Marjorie Houseman, the mother of Jennifer Grey's Frances "Baby" Houseman, in the film Dirty Dancing. Bishop originated the role of Sheila in A Chorus Line for which she won a Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical. In 2023, she starred as Mrs. Ivey in The Watchful Eye (2023).
Career
- 1944Born
- 1976Won Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical
- Won Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Trivia
- •Place of birth: Colorado Springs
- •Citizenship: United States
- •Known as: dancer, stage actor, film actor, television actor
- •Spouse: Lee Leonard
What happened recently
Happy 82nd Birthday, Kelly Bishop! See the 'Gilmore Girls' Star's Life and Career in Photos
'Gilmore Girls' Documentary Trailer: See Chad Michael Murray, Jared Padalecki, Kelly Bishop & More.
Kelly Bishop talks to ARC Rochester about Gilmore Girls anniversary, skincare tie
Celebrating 25 Years of Gilmore Girls: Kelly Bishop's Heartfelt Journey (Exclusive)
‘Gilmore Girls’ Star Kelly Bishop, 81, Swears By This "Essential" Beauty Tip for Healthy Skin
‘Gilmore Girls’ Star Kelly Bishop Recalls Heartbreaking Last Visit With Ed Herrmann
Kelly Bishop Is ‘Delighted’ By Young ‘Gilmore Girls’ Fans Preferring Emily: Exclusive Clip
Kelly M. "Elbert" Bishop Obituary (2025) - Whittemore, IA - Oakcrest Funeral Services Whittemore
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