ELLEN BURSTYN

There are certain actresses in the industry who tend to get associated with portraying certain character tropes because of how well they can deliver the necessary emotions. In Ellen’s case, she is best known for her work in various dramas—often being cast as a troubled, yet strong woman. For this, she has received plenty of accolades and is among the select few who have won an Emmy, an Academy, and a Tony.

In 2000, Burstyn was again nominated for an Academy Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award for playing the role of Sara Goldfarb in the film Requiem for a Dream. In 2010, her appearances in the TV series Political Animals and House of Cards earned her Emmy nominations. Her most recent film work includes 2 blockbuster films: Interstellar and The Age of Adaline. Ellen is still relatively active, ensuring that when retirement does come, she won’t have to worry about bankruptcy.