Brenda Vaccaro
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Latest News on Brenda Vaccaro:
RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH World Premiere Casting Announced (Nov 7, 2024)
Sally Struthers to Star in RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH at The Laguna Playhouse this December (Sep 21, 2024)
Joseph Fioretti Will Present Fioretti•Family, Friends & Flowers To Raise Money for Ukraine (Feb 27, 2024)
RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH World Premiere Casting Announced (Nov 7, 2024)
Sally Struthers to Star in RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH at The Laguna Playhouse this December (Sep 21, 2024)
Joseph Fioretti Will Present Fioretti•Family, Friends & Flowers To Raise Money for Ukraine (Feb 27, 2024)
BIO
Brenda Buell Vaccaro is an American stage, television, and film actress. In a career spanning over half a century, she received one Academy Award nomination, three Golden Globe Award nominations, four Primetime Emmy Award nominations, and three Tony Award nominations.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Where It's At
[ 1969 ] Molly
[ 1969 ] Molly
Midnight Cowboy
[ 1969 ] Shirley
[ 1969 ] Shirley
I Love My Wife
[ 1970 ] Jody Burrows
[ 1970 ] Jody Burrows
Going Home
[ 1971 ] Jenny Benson
[ 1971 ] Jenny Benson
Summertree
[ 1971 ] Vanetta
[ 1971 ] Vanetta
Once Is Not Enough
[ 1975 ] Linda
[ 1975 ] Linda
The House by the Lake
[ 1976 ] Diane
[ 1976 ] Diane
Airport '77
[ 1977 ] Eve Clayton
[ 1977 ] Eve Clayton
Capricorn One
[ 1977 ] Kay Brubaker
[ 1977 ] Kay Brubaker
Fast Charlie... the Moonbeam Rider
[ 1979 ] Grace Wolf
[ 1979 ] Grace Wolf
The First Deadly Sin
[ 1980 ] Monica Gilbert
[ 1980 ] Monica Gilbert
Zorro: The Gay Blade
[ 1981 ] Florinda
[ 1981 ] Florinda
Supergirl
[ 1984 ] Bianca
[ 1984 ] Bianca
Water
[ 1985 ] Dolores
[ 1985 ] Dolores
Heart of Midnight
[ 1988 ] Betty
[ 1988 ] Betty
Cookie
[ 1989 ] Bunny
[ 1989 ] Bunny
The Masque of the Red Death
[ 1989 ] Elaina Hart
[ 1989 ] Elaina Hart
Ten Little Indians
[ 1989 ] Marion Marshall
[ 1989 ] Marion Marshall
Lethal Games
[ 1991 ] Stella Hudson
[ 1991 ] Stella Hudson
Love Affair
[ 1994 ] Nora Stillman
[ 1994 ] Nora Stillman
The Mirror Has Two Faces
[ 1996 ] Doris
[ 1996 ] Doris
Sonny
[ 2002 ] Meg
[ 2002 ] Meg
Boynton Beach Club
[ 2005 ] Marilyn
[ 2005 ] Marilyn
Just Let Go
[ 2015 ] Nadine Williams
[ 2015 ] Nadine Williams
Kubo and the Two Strings
[ 2016 ] Kameyo
[ 2016 ] Kameyo
30-LOVE
[ 2017 ] Hellen
[ 2017 ] Hellen
The Clapper
[ 2017 ] Ida Krumble
[ 2017 ] Ida Krumble
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
[ 2019 ] Mary Alice Schwarz
[ 2019 ] Mary Alice Schwarz
TV Shows
Murder, She Wrote
Sheila Kowalski Finley, Didi Blair, Mimi Harcourt
Sheila Kowalski Finley, Didi Blair, Mimi Harcourt
The Name of the Game
Gemma, Sandy Graham
Gemma, Sandy Graham
The Smurfs
Scruple, Architect Smurf
Scruple, Architect Smurf
The Streets of San Francisco
Sydney Bruce, Officer Sherry Reese, SFPD
Sydney Bruce, Officer Sherry Reese, SFPD
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Brenda Vaccaro, The Goodbye People
Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Brenda Vaccaro , How Now, Dow Jones
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Brenda Vaccaro , Cactus Flower
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1962 - Performance
Brenda Vaccaro, Everybody Loves Opal
Videos
STAGE TUBE: Rick McKay Releases Unseen Footage from Acclaimed Documentary GREENWICH VILLAGE: A WORLD APART
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2016
News
RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH World Premiere Casting Announced
Laguna Playhouse will present Lythgoe Family Productions ninth “Panto at the Playhouse” with Darcy Rose Byrnes as “Rapunzel,” L.J. Benet as “Prince Sebastian,” and Larry Saperstein as “Simple Simon,” joining the previously announced Sally Struthers.
Laguna Playhouse will present Lythgoe Family Productions ninth “Panto at the Playhouse” with Darcy Rose Byrnes as “Rapunzel,” L.J. Benet as “Prince Sebastian,” and Larry Saperstein as “Simple Simon,” joining the previously announced Sally Struthers.
Sally Struthers to Star in RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH at The Laguna Playhouse this December
Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Productions have announced that Sally Struthers will star as “Madame Gothel” in the world premiere of RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Becky Lythgoe, supervising director is Bonnie Lythgoe, choreography by Becca Sweitzer and musical direction by Andy Street.
Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Productions have announced that Sally Struthers will star as “Madame Gothel” in the world premiere of RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Becky Lythgoe, supervising director is Bonnie Lythgoe, choreography by Becca Sweitzer and musical direction by Andy Street.
Joseph Fioretti Will Present Fioretti•Family, Friends & Flowers To Raise Money for Ukraine
Oscar award-winning movie producer Joseph Fioretti, who is best known for Down and Out in America and Baghdad ER, will present a new art exhibition entitled Fioretti•Family, Friends & Flowers, devoted to supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine from March 15th – March 29th at the Ukrainian Institute of America.
Oscar award-winning movie producer Joseph Fioretti, who is best known for Down and Out in America and Baghdad ER, will present a new art exhibition entitled Fioretti•Family, Friends & Flowers, devoted to supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine from March 15th – March 29th at the Ukrainian Institute of America.
Review: JERRY ORBACH'S BROADWAY Hits All the Right Notes at 54 Below
What an amazing night it was for everyone’s Broadway memories at JERRY ORBACH’S BROADWAY on January 25th at 54 Below.
What an amazing night it was for everyone’s Broadway memories at JERRY ORBACH’S BROADWAY on January 25th at 54 Below.
Hal Linden and Sally Struthers Will Lead World Premiere of THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE
Hal Linden and Sally Struthers will star in the world premiere of a new play – “The Journals of Adam and Eve” by Ed. Weinberger, with a little help from the authors of Genesis, John Milton, and Mark Twain, for six performances only January 18 to 21.
Hal Linden and Sally Struthers will star in the world premiere of a new play – “The Journals of Adam and Eve” by Ed. Weinberger, with a little help from the authors of Genesis, John Milton, and Mark Twain, for six performances only January 18 to 21.
JERRY ORBACH'S BROADWAY, Stella Katherine Cole, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
Photos: See Bernadette Peters, Kelli O'Hara, Lily Allen & More on the Red Carpet of A DOLL'S HOUSE
Check out photos from the red carpet at A Doll's House on Broadway!
Check out photos from the red carpet at A Doll's House on Broadway!
Full Cast Announced for Sally Struthers Led CLUE at The Gateway
Sally Struthers will lead an all-star cast as Mrs. Peacock in CLUE at The Gateway. See the full cast, and how to purchase tickets!
Sally Struthers will lead an all-star cast as Mrs. Peacock in CLUE at The Gateway. See the full cast, and how to purchase tickets!
Sally Struthers to Star in CLUE at The Gateway
Sally Struthers will lead an all-star cast as Mrs. Peacock in CLUE at The Gateway beginning March 17 through April 16, 2023. She returns to The Gateway after previously appearing in 9 to 5, Anything Goes, and Nice Work if You Can Get It.
Sally Struthers will lead an all-star cast as Mrs. Peacock in CLUE at The Gateway beginning March 17 through April 16, 2023. She returns to The Gateway after previously appearing in 9 to 5, Anything Goes, and Nice Work if You Can Get It.
Photos: Stars Turn Out For Opening Night of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE On Broadway
Last night was the official opening night of A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical. See photos from the opening night red carpet!
Last night was the official opening night of A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical. See photos from the opening night red carpet!
Photos: On the Red Carpet of ALMOST FAMOUS Opening Night
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of WALKING WITH GHOSTS
Gabriel Byrne officially opened in his acclaimed solo show, Walking with Ghosts, on Broadway. This adaptation from his best-selling memoir of the same name is directed by Lonny Price and is currently playing at the Music Box Theatre for 75 performances only. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Gabriel Byrne officially opened in his acclaimed solo show, Walking with Ghosts, on Broadway. This adaptation from his best-selling memoir of the same name is directed by Lonny Price and is currently playing at the Music Box Theatre for 75 performances only. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Photos: Stars Turn Out For DEATH OF A SALESMAN Opening Night!
The Hudson Theatre was the place to be as stars of stage and screen came out to celebrate opening night of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman. This vibrant and timely production is directed by Miranda Cromwell, who co-directed the London production alongside Marianne Elliott. See photos from opening night!
The Hudson Theatre was the place to be as stars of stage and screen came out to celebrate opening night of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman. This vibrant and timely production is directed by Miranda Cromwell, who co-directed the London production alongside Marianne Elliott. See photos from opening night!
Photos: Tony Danza Opens at 54 Below
When Tony Danza hits the stage it becomes a master class in performance. The backdrop and decor of 54 Below can be a very diverting busy place but for the duration of his act your eyes never leave the charismatic Danza as you watch him “live and in person”. Check out the performance photos here!
When Tony Danza hits the stage it becomes a master class in performance. The backdrop and decor of 54 Below can be a very diverting busy place but for the duration of his act your eyes never leave the charismatic Danza as you watch him “live and in person”. Check out the performance photos here!
DORIS DEAR'S GURL TALK Lights Up The Theatre District In NYC And Is Awarded The Silver Communicator Award
On Saturday, the team that brought you the award-winning streaming series, “Doris Dear's Gurl Talk”, was presented with the Silver Communicator Award at Gallaghers Steakhouse in the heart of the Theater District in New York City.
On Saturday, the team that brought you the award-winning streaming series, “Doris Dear's Gurl Talk”, was presented with the Silver Communicator Award at Gallaghers Steakhouse in the heart of the Theater District in New York City.
Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2022 Theatre World Awards
The Theatre World Awards celebrated the 2022 Theatre World Award Honorees, a special 'Outstanding Ensemble' Award to 21 cast members making their Broadway debut in the Broadway Revival of The Music Man, the 13th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater Honoree Michael Oberholtzer, and the 9th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre Honoree Harvey Fierstein at the historic 76th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony that returned to a live in-person presentation on the set of the Jeffrey Richards production of the critically acclaimed Broadway Revival of American Buffalo.
The Theatre World Awards celebrated the 2022 Theatre World Award Honorees, a special 'Outstanding Ensemble' Award to 21 cast members making their Broadway debut in the Broadway Revival of The Music Man, the 13th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater Honoree Michael Oberholtzer, and the 9th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre Honoree Harvey Fierstein at the historic 76th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony that returned to a live in-person presentation on the set of the Jeffrey Richards production of the critically acclaimed Broadway Revival of American Buffalo.
Photos: Go Backstage with the 2022 Theatre World Awards Winners
On Monday night, the Theatre World Awards celebrated the 2022 Theatre World Award Honorees, a special 'Outstanding Ensemble' Award to 21 cast members making their Broadway debut in the Broadway Revival of The Music Man, the 13th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater Honoree Michael Oberholtzer, and the 9th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre Honoree Harvey Fierstein.
On Monday night, the Theatre World Awards celebrated the 2022 Theatre World Award Honorees, a special 'Outstanding Ensemble' Award to 21 cast members making their Broadway debut in the Broadway Revival of The Music Man, the 13th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater Honoree Michael Oberholtzer, and the 9th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre Honoree Harvey Fierstein.
Broadway Legend Patti LuPone and More Honored by the National Organization of Italian American Women
At its recent Annual Luncheon in New York City, the National Organization of Italian American Women recognized, three dynamic leading ladies of the entertainment industry.
At its recent Annual Luncheon in New York City, the National Organization of Italian American Women recognized, three dynamic leading ladies of the entertainment industry.
Photos: Lesley Nicol Opens HOW THE HELL DID I GET HERE? At The McKittrick Hotel
The McKittrick Hotel, home of Sleep No More, welcomes the New York premiere of How the Hell Did I Get Here?, starring “Downton Abbey’s” Mrs. Patmore, Lesley Nicol. Playing a strictly limited engagement in The Club Car through May 8.
The McKittrick Hotel, home of Sleep No More, welcomes the New York premiere of How the Hell Did I Get Here?, starring “Downton Abbey’s” Mrs. Patmore, Lesley Nicol. Playing a strictly limited engagement in The Club Car through May 8.
Patti LuPone To Be Honored By The National Organization Of Italian American Women
Maria Tamburri, Chair of The National Organization of Italian American Women, has announced the Annual Luncheon at the Tribeca Rooftop 360° on Thursday, May 5, 2022 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm.
Maria Tamburri, Chair of The National Organization of Italian American Women, has announced the Annual Luncheon at the Tribeca Rooftop 360° on Thursday, May 5, 2022 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Brenda Vaccaro been in?
Brenda Vaccaro has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Brenda Vaccaro been in?
Brenda Vaccaro has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Brenda Vaccaro been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Goodbye People, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for How Now, Dow Jones, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Cactus Flower and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Everybody Loves Opal.
What awards has Brenda Vaccaro won?
Brenda Vaccaro won the Theatre World Award for her performance in Everybody Loves Opal.
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