Actress & Comedic Performer; Emmy Award Winner; Academy Award Nominee; Known for "Taxi," "Hester Street" & "Wicked"
Carol Kane Biography
Carol Kane is an Emmy Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated actress whose career spans more than five decades across stage, screen, and television. Kane made her acting debut in the play "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" at age 14 and has played a wide range of roles throughout her career. She began her on-screen career as a teenager with film roles in "Desperate Characters" and "Carnal Knowledge."
Kane's breakout role came in the film "Hester Street," where she earned an Academy Award nomination for her portrayal of a young Jewish immigrant in 19th-century New York City. She studied Yiddish for the role of Gitl in "Hester Street." Kane went on to appear in notable films such as "Dog Day Afternoon" and "Annie Hall." Her filmography includes five titles selected for the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress: "Hester Street," "Dog Day Afternoon," "Annie Hall," "The Muppet Movie," and "The Princess Bride."
On television, Kane is widely recognized for her portrayal of Simka Dahblitz-Gravas on the series "Taxi," a role that earned her two Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe nomination. She also received an Emmy nomination for her work in Chicago Hope. Kane's television and film roles have included comedic performances, such as her turn as Miracle Max's wife in "The Princess Bride" and as the Ghost of Christmas Past in "Scrooged."
In theater, Kane is known for her portrayal of Madame Morrible in the Broadway musical "Wicked," holding the record for the most performances in the role. Her stage credits also include "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie," "The Tempest," "Midsummer Night's Dream," "Love, Loss and What I Wore," "Harvey," "The Children's Hour," and "A Woman of Mystery."
Kane's career includes roles in television series such as "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," "Hunters," and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds." For her performance in "Between the Temples," she received the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress and a nomination for Best Supporting Performance at the Independent Spirit Awards. With nearly 200 credits across film, television, and theater, Kane maintains a significant presence in American entertainment, known for her work in comedy, drama, and musical theater.
Carol Kane Videos
Carol Kane | Ultimate New Yorkers on 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt'
Carol Kane, who plays Kimmy’s loopy landlady Lillian, loves her interactions with Fred Armisen as Robert Durst, but not as much as her...
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Carol Kane is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Carol Kane for your event is $50,000 - $100,000. Carol Kane generally travels from Manhattan, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Gina Gershon, Jane Krakowski, Beanie Feldstein, Elaine May and Jane Lynch. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Carol Kane for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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