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Diane Ladd

Diane Ladd is known for Chinatown (1974), Joy (2015), National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989).

Biography

Diane Ladd (born Rose Diane Ladner; November 29, 1935 – November 3, 2025) was an American actress. She appeared in over 200 films and television shows, receiving three Academy Award nominations for her roles in Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974), Wild at Heart (1990), and Rambling Rose (1991), the first of which won her a BAFTA Award. She was also nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards and four Golden Globe Awards, winning one for her role in the sitcom Alice (1980–1981).

Ladd's other film appearances include Chinatown (1974), National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989), Ghosts of Mississippi (1996), Primary Colors (1998), 28 Days (2000), and Joy (2015). She was the mother of actress Laura Dern, with her ex-husband, actor Bruce Dern.

Questions about Diane Ladd

How many Diane Ladd films are in the catalogue?

The CineQuiz catalogue has 88 films with Diane Ladd, from 1960 to 2022.

What is the best rated Diane Ladd film?

The best rated Diane Ladd film in the catalogue is Chinatown (1974), rated 7.9.

What was the first Diane Ladd film?

The first Diane Ladd film in the catalogue is The Wild Angels, from 1966.

Who has Diane Ladd worked with the most?

In the catalogue, Diane Ladd shares the most credits with Laura Dern (4 films), Angelo Badalamenti (2 films) and David Lynch (2 films).

People data: TMDb.

AWARDS 1 Wins 1 Nominations

Known for

Trivia

Also works as
film director · writer · film producer · director · author
Studied at
Harrison Central High School
Spouse
Bruce Dern

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Full filmography

88 films — 88 in the catalogue

Series and TV shows

27 titles

People data: TMDb.

Cast