Melinda Dillon

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Melinda Dillon born?October 13, 1939
2. Where was Melinda Dillon born?San Diego, California
3. What is the tony award nomination?1963 for 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'
4. What is the screen actors guild award nomination?For 'Magnolia' (1999)
5. Who is Melinda Dillon?Melinda Dillon is a talented actress who has performed on Broadway and in many Hollywood movies. She is known for bringing her characters to life with depth and authenticity.
6. What award did she get for her first Broadway role?She was nominated for a Tony Award in 1963 for her role in the original production of "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?".

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