Margo Martindale

Margo Martindale is an American character actress known for extensive work in film, television, and theatre.

Margo Martindale is an American character actress known for extensive work in film, television, and theatre. She is especially recognized for her Emmy-winning performances in *Justified* and *The Americans*. Born in Jacksonville, Texas, in 1951, she built a career in theatre before moving into film and television roles.

Early life and education

Martindale was born in Jacksonville, Texas, on July 18, 1951. She studied at Lon Morris College and the University of Michigan, with later studies at Harvard University.

Career

Martindale began her career on stage before transitioning to film and television, where she became known for supporting and character roles. She has appeared in films such as *Million Dollar Baby*, *The Hours*, and *August: Osage County*, and has had recurring television roles on *The Good Wife*, *Impeachment: American Crime Story*, and *Mrs. Davis*.

Awards and recognition

Martindale won a Primetime Emmy Award and a Critics' Choice Television Award for her role as Mags Bennett in *Justified* in 2011. She also won Primetime Emmy Awards for her performance as Claudia in *The Americans*. Her Broadway work earned her a Tony Award nomination.

Selected screen roles

Her film credits include *Lorenzo's Oil*, *Dead Man Walking*, *Million Dollar Baby*, *The Hours*, and *August: Osage County*. On television, she has appeared in *The Riches*, *Dexter*, *Sneaky Pete*, and *Mrs. Davis*.