Mary Louise Wilson

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Mary Louise Wilson
Born (1931-11-12) November 12, 1931 (age 92)
Occupation(s)Actress, singer
Years active1958–present
SpouseAlfred Cibelli (m. 1965; div. 1968)

Mary Louise Wilson (born November 12, 1931) is an American actress, singer, and comedian.

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In a career that has spanned more than 50 years, she has appeared in a number of plays, films and television shows. Wilson's most notable work includes a Tony Award-winning role on Broadway in Grey Gardens . [1] She is also known for her appearances on One Day at a Time .

Early life

Wilson was born in New Haven, Connecticut, but raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. [2] She was married to fellow actor Alfred “Chibbie” Cibelli for three years. [3]

Work

Stage

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryNominated WorkResult
1996 Obie Award [15] Distinguished Performance by an Actress Full Gallop Won
1998 Tony Award [16] Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical Cabaret Nominated
1999 Drama Desk Award [17] Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play Bosoms and Neglect Nominated
2004 Drama Desk Award [18] Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play The Beard of Avon Nominated
2006 Outer Critics Circle Award [19] Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Grey Gardens Nominated
Lucille Lortel Award [20] Outstanding Performance by a Featured Actress Nominated
Drama League Award [21] Distinguished Performance Nominated
2007 Tony Award [22] Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical Won
Richard Seff Award [23] Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Broadway or Off-Broadway ProductionWon
2012 Obie Award [24] Distinguished Performance by an Actress 4000 Miles Won
Drama League Award [25] Distinguished Performance Nominated
2015 Outer Critics Circle Award [26] Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical On the Twentieth Century Nominated

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