Mia Farrow
Mia Farrow is an American actress and human rights activist known for her work in film, television, and theatre.
Mia Farrow is an American actress and human rights activist known for her work in film, television, and theatre. She gained early attention on the television soap opera Peyton Place and international recognition for her lead role in Rosemary's Baby (film). She has also been widely known for her humanitarian work, especially with UNICEF.
Early life
Mia Farrow was born Maria de Lourdes Villiers Farrow on February 9, 1945, in Los Angeles, California, to filmmaker John Farrow and actress Maureen O'Sullivan. She later became an actress in film, television, and theatre.
Acting career
Farrow first gained notice for playing Allison MacKenzie in the television soap opera Peyton Place. Her breakthrough film role was Rosemary Woodhouse in Rosemary's Baby (film). She has appeared in more than 40 films across a career spanning decades. She also performed on Broadway and worked with Woody Allen.
Humanitarian work
Farrow has been active in humanitarian and children’s rights advocacy. She has worked with UNICEF and was named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. She has spoken on global human rights issues.
Personal life and public profile
Farrow has 14 children. Her marriages, family life, and public controversies have drawn significant media attention. She published a memoir, What Falls Away, in 1997. She remains a widely recognized public figure in both entertainment and activism.
Key facts
- She first gained notice for playing Allison MacKenzie in Peyton Place.
- Her breakthrough film role was Rosemary Woodhouse in Rosemary's Baby (film).
- She has appeared in more than 40 films across a career spanning decades.
- She has been active in humanitarian and children’s rights advocacy.
- She has worked with UNICEF and was named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
Mia Farrow is relevant to Canadian readers through her international film career and global human rights advocacy, both of which have received coverage in Canadian media and public-interest journalism.
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References
- Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mia-FarrowSupports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, and major recognition for Rosemary's Baby and Woody Allen collaborations.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mia_FarrowSupports: Early career details, Peyton Place, Rosemary's Baby, and broad biographical overview.
- Broadway.com — https://www.broadway.com/buzz/stars/mia-farrow/profile/Supports: Stage debut, first screen appearance, Broadway work, memoir, and humanitarian activity.
- BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-10912919Supports: Public profile, birth information, and human rights-related testimony.
- People — https://people.com/mia-farrow-life-in-photos-8764236Supports: Career span, family, children, and UNICEF advocacy summary.