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Elizabeth Perkins

Elizabeth Perkins is an American actress known for film, television, and stage roles.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Elizabeth Perkins is an American actress known for film, television, and stage roles. She is best known for playing Celia Hodes on the Showtime series *Weeds* and for films including *Big* and *The Flintstones*.

Early life and training

Elizabeth Ann Perkins was born in Queens, New York, on November 18, 1960, and was raised in Vermont. Sources describe her as having trained for acting before beginning her professional stage and screen career.

Film career

Perkins appeared in a range of films including *About Last Night...*, *Big*, *Avalon*, *The Flintstones*, *Miracle on 34th Street*, and *The Ring Two*.

Television career

She is best known on television for playing Celia Hodes in *Weeds* from 2005 to 2009, a role that brought multiple major award nominations.

Recognition

Perkins has received nominations for awards including the Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Key facts

  • Born in Queens, New York, and raised in Vermont.
  • Worked in film, television, and theatre.
  • Gained wide recognition for her role as Celia Hodes in *Weeds*.
  • Appeared in major films such as *Big*, *The Flintstones*, and *Miracle on 34th Street*.
  • Received award nominations including Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for *Weeds*.
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Canadian context

Elizabeth Perkins is widely known to Canadian audiences through her film and television work, especially *Weeds* and studio films that have circulated broadly in Canada.[2][4][5]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Elizabeth Perkins?
Elizabeth Perkins is an American actress known for film, television, and theatre roles, especially Celia Hodes in *Weeds*.
When was Elizabeth Perkins born?
She was born on November 18, 1960.
What is Elizabeth Perkins best known for?
She is best known for playing Celia Hodes in *Weeds* and for films such as *Big* and *The Flintstones*.
Where was Elizabeth Perkins born?
She was born in Queens, New York, in the United States.
Has Elizabeth Perkins received major award nominations?
Yes. Sources report nominations for the Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001610/
    Supports: Birth date and birthplace.
  2. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Perkins
    Supports: Biography, notable roles, and award nominations.
  3. Wikipedia (Catalan) — https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Perkins
    Supports: Biography, notable roles, and Emmy/Golden Globe nominations.
  4. Wikipedia (Simple English) — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Perkins
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and well-known roles.
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/elizabeth_perkins
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and career overview including *Weeds* and film roles.
  6. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/elizabeth-perkins/bio/3000169617/
    Supports: Birth name, profession, and birthplace.