Mary Kay Place, a talented American actress, singer, director, and screenwriter, was born on September 23, 1947. She is most notably recognized for her iconic portrayal of Loretta Haggers on the groundbreaking television series Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, which earned her the prestigious 1977 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress - Comedy Series.
Throughout her illustrious career, Place has appeared in a wide range of films, including the 1980 comedy Private Benjamin, the 1983 drama The Big Chill, the 1992 adventure film Captain Ron, and the 1997 drama The Rainmaker, directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
In addition to her impressive filmography, Place has also ventured into the music industry, releasing three studio albums for Columbia Records, including one in the persona of Loretta Haggers. This album featured the Top Ten country music hit "Baby Boy".
In recent years, Place has continued to impress audiences with her outstanding performances, including her role in the 2018 film Diane. For her work in this film, she received the Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award for Best Actress and the National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Actress, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.
