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Michelle Marie Pfeiffer (born April 29, 1958), better known by her stage name Michelle Pfeiffer, is a charming American actress, film producer, and Oscar winner.
She began her acting career in 1978 and has since starred in several successful films, including Scarface, Witches of Eastwick, and Dangerous Minds.
In 1990, Michelle Pfeiffer won the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film “Dangerous Liaisons”.
With numerous high-profile performances in the 1990s, Michelle Pfeiffer established herself as a leading actress and became one of the highest-paid actresses of the time.
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| Name: | Michelle Marie Pfeiffer |
| stage name: | Michelle Pfeiffer |
| Date of Birth: | April 29, 1958 (65 years old) |
| place of birth: | Santa Ana, California, United States |
| Country of Citizenship: | American |
| high: | 1.71 m |
| parents: | Richard Pfeiffer, Donna Pfeiffer |
| Brothers and sisters: | Rick Pfeiffer, Dedi Pfeiffer, Lori Pfeiffer |
| Husband • Spouse: | David E. Kelly (m. 1993), Peter Houghton (m. 1981-1988) |
| Boyfriend and partner: | Fisher Stevens (1989-1992), Michael Keaton (1988-1989), John Malkovich (1988), Alec Baldwin (1987), Val Kilmer (1985), Mickey Swenson (1977), Dodi Fayed (1988) |
| Children: | Claudia Rose Pfeiffer, John Henry Kelly |
| Profession: | Actress • Television personality |
| net worth: | $250 million |
Early life and education
Michelle Pfeiffer was born on April 29, 1958 and grew up in Santa Ana, California, USA. She is the second of four children in the family. She has an older brother named Rick Pfeiffer and two younger sisters, Dee Dee Pfeiffer, born in 1964, and Lori Pfeiffer, born in 1965.
Her father, Richard Pfeiffer, was an air conditioning contractor, and her mother, Donna Pfeiffer, was a homemaker. Her maternal grandfather was of Swiss-German descent, and her maternal grandmother was of Swedish descent.
Michelle Pfeiffer’s paternal grandfather is of German descent, and her paternal grandmother is of English, Welsh, French, Irish, and Dutch descent. The family moved to Midway, Orange County, where she spent her early years.
Michelle Pfeiffer attended Fountain Valley High School and graduated in 1976. She worked as a cashier at a Vons supermarket and attended Golden West College.
Personal life
At the age of 20, Michelle Pfeiffer was seriously addicted to alcohol and cigarettes. She was able to quit smoking after a friendly couple who ran a metaphysical and vegetarian sect took her in and helped her to quit.
However, the help she received was not free, as the vegan slowly took control of her life and finances. Michelle Pfeiffer said she gave most of her money back to the organization, which she also accused of brainwashing her.
Michelle Pfeiffer met an aspiring actor named Peter Houghton at Milton Catsella’s acting class in Los Angeles, and they began dating soon after. In 1981, they married in Santa Monica.
In 1988, after seven years of marriage, the couple decided to call off their engagement. Two years later, the couple finally divorced. However, Peter Horton blamed the divorce on their love for their work, rather than their marriage.
Michelle Pfeiffer and Peter Horton gave birth to their daughter, Claudia Rose Pfeiffer, who was adopted by David E. Kelley, who later became her father.
Michelle Pfeiffer then married David Kelly, a famous American television screenwriter. They have a son named John Henry Kelly.
Michelle Pfeiffer had the following as boyfriends: Fisher Stevens (1989-1992), Michael Keaton (1988-1989), John Malkovich (1988), Alec Baldwin (1987), Val Kilmer (1985) and Mickey Swenson (1977).
She was rumored to have dated Dodi Fayed (1988).
Profession
Michelle Pfeiffer made her official debut in 1978 in an episode of Neverland. This role and appearance made her famous. Due to her outstanding performance, she played roles in other movies such as Delta House and BAD Cats in the same year.
In 1982, she played the leading role in Grease 2, which was her most important film role. By 1990, Michelle Pfeiffer’s salary for each film she starred in began to reach $1 million.
Michelle Pfeiffer had to learn a Russian accent to play the role of Soviet book editor Katya Orlova in Sean Connery’s 1990 film adaptation of John le Carré’s work, The Russia House.
In 1990, Michelle Pfeiffer founded her own boutique film production company, Via Rosa Productions, which she ran for ten years. The company allowed her to produce and/or star in films tailor-made for strong women.
She invited her best friend, Kate Guinzburg, to be her producing partner at the company. The two met on the set of the film Sweet Liberty (1986) and quickly became friends.
In October 2019, Michelle Pfeiffer began filming the black comedy film French Exit, which was released in 2020. The film was adapted from the novel by Patrick DeWitt.
net worth
Michelle Pfeiffer is a talented actress and film producer with an estimated net worth of $250 million. She began her acting career in 1978 and has since starred in many films including Scarface and The Witches of Eastwick.
Michelle Pfeiffer has won several awards for her work, including an Oscar, a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA.
Social Media
- Instagram: @Michellepfeifferofficial
- Twitter: @Michellepfeiffer
Filmography
- Scarface
- Grease 2
- Batman Returns
- Dark Shadows
- Stardust
- Mother
- Maleficent: The Queen of Evil
- French withdrawal
- Hidden secrets
- Wizard of Lies
- family
- Wolf
- I am Sam
- Frankie and Johnny
- Into the night
- Sheri
- Tequila Sunrise
- Lunar New Year’s eve
- Fall in love again
- Hairspray
