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Anjelica Huston

Anjelica Huston is an American actress, director, producer, and former model.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Anjelica Huston is an American actress, director, producer, and former model. She is known for roles in films including *Prizzi’s Honor*, *The Addams Family*, *The Grifters*, and *The Royal Tenenbaums*, and won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for *Prizzi’s Honor*. Her work has circulated widely in Canada, and her films are commonly referenced in Canadian film, television, and popular-culture coverage.

Early life and family

Huston was born to filmmaker John Huston and ballerina Enrica Soma. She is a member of the prominent Huston family, which includes several generations of film industry figures.

Acting career

She began acting in 1969 and later appeared in a range of films across drama, comedy, and fantasy. Her performances in *Prizzi’s Honor*, *The Grifters*, and *The Addams Family* are among her best known.

Awards and recognition

Huston won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for *Prizzi’s Honor*. Sources also list additional major nominations and honors across film and television.

Other work

In addition to acting, Huston has worked as a director and producer. She has also been active as a writer and has published memoirs.

Key facts

  • Anjelica Huston was born in 1951 in Santa Monica, California.
  • Her screen debut was in her father John Huston’s film *A Walk with Love and Death* (1969).
  • She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for *Prizzi’s Honor* (1985).
  • She is part of the Huston family, a multi-generation Hollywood family.
  • She has also worked as a director and producer.
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Canadian context

Anjelica Huston’s films have circulated widely in Canada, and her work is commonly referenced in Canadian film, television, and popular-culture coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Anjelica Huston?
Anjelica Huston is an American actress, director, producer, and former model best known for her film roles and her Academy Award-winning performance in *Prizzi’s Honor*.
When was Anjelica Huston born?
She was born on July 8, 1951.
What is Anjelica Huston famous for?
She is known for *Prizzi’s Honor*, *The Addams Family*, *The Witches*, *The Grifters*, and *The Royal Tenenbaums*.
Did Anjelica Huston win an Oscar?
Yes. She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for *Prizzi’s Honor*.
What was Anjelica Huston’s first film role?
Her screen debut was in *A Walk with Love and Death* (1969).

References

  1. Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Anjelica-Huston
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, and Academy Award win.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001378/bio/
    Supports: Birth place, parentage, height, and biographical details.
  3. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anjelica_Huston
    Supports: Screen debut and career overview.
  4. Turner Classic Movieshttps://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/person/91251%7C13161/Anjelica-Huston
    Supports: Career overview and family legacy.