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Virginia Elizabeth "Geena" Davis (born January 21, 1956) is an American actor [1] and activist. She is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award.
Geena Davis. Actress: Thelma & Louise. As a child, Geena dreamed of being an actress. While in high school, she felt left out and had low self-esteem because, at 6 feet, she was the tallest girl in school.
Geena Davis. Actress: Thelma & Louise. As a child, Geena dreamed of being an actress. While in high school, she felt left out and had low self-esteem because, at 6 feet, she was the tallest girl in school.
The research her institute conducts hits close to home for Davis, who says she experienced Hollywood ageism and sexism firsthand when her acting opportunities plummeted as soon as she turned 40.
Geena Davis, American actress known for her comedic roles and for bringing charm to eccentric characters. Her notable movies included The Accidental Tourist, for which she won an Academy Award; Beetlejuice; Thelma & Louise; and A League of Their Own. Learn more about Davis’s life and career.
Geena Davis' new memoir, Dying of Politeness, looks back on her life and career. In a conversation with NPR's Morning Edition, she reflects on some of those iconic roles and how they shaped...
CNN — Geena Davis is not someone to stay silent on important matters. In fact, she’s built an research empire of sorts through her Geena Davis Institute on Gender and Media and founded a film...
Geena Davis Is Ready for the Geenaissance. The actor discusses her new memoir, “Dying of Politeness,” and her life as a feminist icon, data geek, world-class archer, and more. By Michael...
Vogue.com spoke to Davis to talk about the state of gender parity in Hollywood, why she’s never been scared to voice her opinion, and where she plans on putting her new Oscar.
Geena Davis is an actress who starred in such films as "A League Of Their Own" and "Thelma & Louise." And she founded an institute to study gender discrimination in Hollywood.