Michelle Marie Pfeiffer (b.1958) is an American actress and producer. This popular actress of the 1980s and 1990s has received international acclaim and many accolades for her work in both comedic and dramatic films. She also holds the distinction of being the only actress to be cited in People magazine as one of the “50 Most Beautiful People in the World” six times.
Born in Santa Ana, California, Pfeiffer made her movie début in 1980 and attracted attention for her performances in Grease 2 (1982,) Scarface (1983,) and Witches of Eastwick (1987.) She received an Oscar nomination for best supporting actress in Dangerous Liaisons (1988,) and gained further nominations for lead roles in The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989) and Love Field (1992.)
Pfeiffer’s other notable films include Frankie and Johnny (1991,) Batman Returns (1992,) and The Age of Innocence (1993,) What Lies Beneath (2000,) and Chéri (2009)—the latter based on French novelist Colette’s novel portraying love between an older woman and a much younger man.
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I’m a perfectionist, so I can drive myself mad – and other people, too. At the same time, I think that’s one of the reasons I’m successful. Because I really care about what I do.
—Michelle Pfeiffer
Topics: Perfectionism
You know, the more you can meet people from different walks of life, the better it is for you. I think the more you can create situations and experiences that give you new perspective, the better.
—Michelle Pfeiffer
You have a choice. It may not be a choice you like, but it is still a choice.
—Michelle Pfeiffer
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