American actress with three Academy Awards for Best Actress, one of only three actors to achieve the feat, recognized for indie dramas and Coen brothers' films.
Background
Born in Gibson City, Illinois, and adopted by a Disciples of Christ pastor, McDormand was raised across the rural Midwest. She trained at Yale School of Drama, where she met Joel Coen.
Career
Her film debut was the Coen brothers’ “Blood Simple” (1984); she has appeared in seven Coen films. “Fargo” (1996) made her widely known. She is one of few actors to win the Triple Crown of Acting — Oscar, Emmy, and Tony.
Style
McDormand is known for refusing glamour and focusing on character. Her advocacy for inclusion riders during her 2018 Oscar speech triggered industry-wide conversation. She and Joel Coen also produced “Nomadland” through their company.
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