Jenny Wright

Jenny Wright

63 · Born: Mar 23, 1962

Personal Details

BornMar 23, 1962 New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Jennifer G. Wright, a celebrated American actress, embarked on her cinematic journey in 1982, leaving an indelible mark on the industry with her captivating performance as Cushie in the cult classic "The World According to Garp". This remarkable debut not only showcased her exceptional acting prowess but also marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career.

That same pivotal year, Wright made a significant impact on the film world once again, bringing to life the character of an American groupie in the groundbreaking and influential movie "Pink Floyd The Wall".

The remarkable career of Kathryn Wright has been marked by her extraordinary ability to effortlessly transition between diverse character portrayals, deftly navigating an array of genres with ease and finesse. Her impressive body of work has featured numerous notable collaborations, including a 1986 thriller, "Out of Bounds", in which she shared the screen with the talented Anthony Michael Hall. This early milestone in her career was followed by her association with Adrian Pasdar in the 1987 cult horror classic, "Near Dark", where she brought her character, Mae, to life with remarkable nuance and depth.

Notably, in the year 1988, Wright shared the screen with Ilan Mitchell-Smith in the drama film "The Chocolate War", marking an early milestone in her burgeoning career. This notable appearance served as a precursor to her securing a leading role in the 1989 film "I, Madman", a testament to her burgeoning talent and rapidly growing reputation within the industry.

Furthermore, Wright's impressive and diverse filmography also includes smaller yet significant parts in the films "Young Guns II" and "The Lawnmower Man", demonstrating her versatility and range as a performer.

Noted cinematic luminary, Wright's extraordinary and extensive oeuvre has indelibly etched her position as a trailblazing force within the realm of filmmaking, thereby securing a revered and lasting place within the collective consciousness of both ardent enthusiasts and discerning critics, who have collectively come to revere her as a masterful storyteller and visionary artist.

Career

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2004
Los Angeles Plays Itself
Los Angeles Plays Itself as Diz in Out of Bounds (archive footage)
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1992
The Lawnmower Man
The Lawnmower Man as Marnie Burke
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1991
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1990
A Shock to the System
A Shock to the System as Melanie O'Conner
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Young Guns II
Young Guns II as Jane Greathouse
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Capital News
Capital News as Doreen Duncan
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1989
Valentino Returns
Valentino Returns as Sylvia Fuller
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I, Madman
I, Madman as Virginia
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Twister
Twister as Stephanie
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1988
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1987
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1986
Out of Bounds
Out of Bounds as Dizz / Darlene
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1985
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1984
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1982
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Pink Floyd: The Wall
Pink Floyd: The Wall as American Groupie