Kelly Bishop

Biography

Born 02/28/1944

A highly talented performer of musical theater who has made some inroads moving into character roles in straight comedy and drama, Kelly Bishop is one of those performers whose abilities are heralded by show business insiders, but whose star does not glisten as much as it should. A "gypsy" (chorus...
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Filmography

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Awards

In 1976, received Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical
In 1976, received Tony for Featured Actress in a Musical

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Highlights

In 2000, Had regular role as the mother and grandmother of the titular "Gilmore Girls" (The WB)
In 1998, Replaced Carole Shelley (who in turn had replaced Dana Ivey) in the Tony-winning play "The Last Night of Ballyhoo"
In 1997, Played mother to Howard Stern in "Private Parts"

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