Marilu Henner Elaine Nardo in Taxi
Birth name: Mari Lucy Denise Pudlowski Biography for Marilu Henner
Marilu Henner is an American actress born on April 6, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois. It is mainly known for its role as Elaine Nardo in the sitcom Taxi, which earned it five nominations at the Golden Globe Awards. She also appeared in many other television series, notably Eventing Shade, L.A. Law and The Dog Who Saved Christmas Vacation.
Apart from her acting career, Henner is also a successful author, with several books to her credit, including the Best Seller Total Memory Makeover: Uncover Your Past, Take Charge of Your Future. She is also known for her interest in health and well-being, and has published several works on the subject, including The 30-Day Total Health Makeover and The Change Your Biology Diet.
Henner began his career in the 1970s by playing in Broadway musicals, including Over here!, Grease and Chicago. She then made her cinema debut in the film Carnal Knowledge, directed by Mike Nichols. She then played in several films, including No Small Affair and Johnny Dangerously.
In 1982, Henner obtained her most famous role in the sitcom Taxi, where she played Elaine Nardo for five seasons. This role earned her five nominations at the Golden Globe Awards, and she was also nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award. After the end of taxi, Henner continued to play in television series, notably L.A. Law, Mad About You and The Dog Who Saved Christmas Vacation.
Apart from her acting career, Henner is also an activist for animal rights and she is a member of the Humane Society of the United States association. It is also involved in several other causes, including the fight against cancer and Alzheimer's disease. Filmography
TriviaShe appeared in the music video and sang in the choir on the song "Voices That Care."
Is a vegetarian.
In the 1990s she returned to singing and dancing on stage in the revival of the musical "Chicago".
She is a published author of books containing health and beauty tips.
Measurements: 35-24-36 (an early modeling card), (Source: Celebrity Sleuth magazine)
Half-Greek from her mother.
Attended Madonna High School in Chicago
Her father and his brothers changed the family surname from Pudlowski for business purposes; hence, the Henner name, borrowed from an obscure baseball player.
Married her ex-college (University of Chicago) classmate, Michael Brown, on December 21, 2006 at her Los Angeles home. He had proposed from his hospital bed after cancer surgery in November 2001. His brother, a Universal Life minister, officiated at the wedding.
Former model.
Both of her parents died in their 50s, thus prompting her to live a healthier lifestyle. Quotes
FamilySpouse : Michael Brown (21 December 2006 - present), Robert Lieberman (27 June 1990 - 7 June 2001) (divorced) 2 children, Frederic Forrest (28 September 1980 - 1982) (divorced)
Has two sons Nicholas Morgan 1994 and Joseph Marlin 1995 Author of the card
|
TV Shows with 10 marks minimum Silver Spoons Lesley Anne Down |