Louise Fletcher
American actress (1934–2022)
Estelle Louise Fletcher (July 22, 1934 – September 23, 2022) was an American actress. She won many awards for her television and movie acting. She is most famous for playing the main antagonist "Nurse Ratched" in the movie One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975). That earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award in 1976. She was also well known for her role as the Bajoran religious leader "Kai Winn Adami" in the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993–99). She acted in many other movies and television series.
Louise Fletcher | |
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.jpg) Louise Fletcher in 1976 | |
| Born | Estelle Louise Fletcher July 22, 1934 |
| Died | September 23, 2022 (aged 88) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1955–2017 |
| Known for | One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Star Trek: Deep Space Nine |
| Spouse |
Jerry Bick
(m. 1960; div. 1977) |
| Children | 2 |
On September 23, 2022, Fletcher died at her home in Montdurausse, France, at the age of 88.[1]
References
change- ↑ Evans, Greg. "Louise Fletcher Dies: Oscar-Winning 'One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest' Actor Was 88". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 23, 2022.
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