Diane Ladd Short biography
Diane Ladd was an acclaimed American actress, director, producer, and writer whose six-decade career spanned film, television, and theater. Known for portraying complex, eccentric, and fiercely independent women, she earned three Academy Award nominations for "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" (1974), "Wild at Heart" (1990), and "Rambling Rose" (1991). The latter was historic as she appeared opposite her daughter, Laura Dern, marking the first mother-daughter Oscar nominations for the same film. Ladd's versatile career included roles in "Chinatown," "Ghosts of Mississippi," and "Joy," along with directing "Mrs. Munck" and authoring books. A tireless advocate for authenticity in acting, she passed away on November 3, 2025, at age 89, leaving a legacy of resilience and storytelling.
