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Jennifer Tilly

Jennifer Tilly

57 titles Acting Sep 16, 1958 Harbor City, California, USA

Jennifer Tilly, born Jennifer Ellen Chan on September 16, 1958, is a multifaceted American actress and accomplished poker player. She is best known for her iconic role as Tiffany Valentine in the long-running Child's Play horror franchise, which has solidified her status in the genre. Tilly began her acting journey in 1984 with the sitcom Shaping Up, followed by her film debut in No Small Affair the same year. Renowned for her unique voice and impeccable comedic timing, she quickly made a name for herself in Hollywood.

Tilly gained significant recognition with her Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Olive Neal in Woody Allen’s 1994 film Bullets Over Broadway. Her impressive career continued to flourish with notable performances in the 1996 neo-noir thriller Bound, earning her both Saturn and MTV award nominations. Throughout her career, she has appeared in a range of films, including The Fabulous Baker Boys, Liar Liar, Monsters, Inc., and The Haunted Mansion.

In addition to her film career, Tilly is a successful poker player, having won a World Series of Poker Ladies' Event bracelet, becoming the first celebrity to triumph in a World Series tournament. She also lends her voice to Bonnie Swanson on the animated series Family Guy, which has been running since 1999. Her theatrical accomplishments include a Theatre World Award for her role in the Off-Broadway play One Shoe Off, as well as performances in Broadway revivals such as The Women and Don't Dress for Dinner. Jennifer Tilly is also the older sister of actress Meg Tilly.

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