Jane Alexander
Oct 28, 1939 (86)
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
29 Movies
14 Series
Jane Alexander is an American actress of solid theatrical training, respected for her acting intelligence and her civic commitment. She debuted in film reprising her stage role in 'The Great White Hope' (1970), for which she received her first Oscar nomination. She added further nominations with 'All the President's Men' (1976), 'Kramer vs. Kramer' (1979) and 'Testament' (1983), in which she played a mother facing a nuclear catastrophe. Her register is distinguished by restraint, dignity and a sober emotional depth. She went on to chair the National Endowment for the Arts, combining her artistic career with the public defense of culture.
86Age
29Movies
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Jane Alexander
29 Movies
14 Series
Jane Alexander is an American actress of solid theatrical training, respected for her acting intelligence and her civic commitment. She debuted in film reprising her stage role in 'The Great White Hope' (1970), for which she received her first Oscar nomination. She added further nominations with 'All the President's Men' (1976), 'Kramer vs. Kramer' (1979) and 'Testament' (1983), in which she played a mother facing a nuclear catastrophe. Her register is distinguished by restraint, dignity and a sober emotional depth. She went on to chair the National Endowment for the Arts, combining her artistic career with the public defense of culture.
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Movies
The Ring
2002
Terminator Salvation
2009
Glory
1989
The Betsy
1978
The Cider House Rules
1999
Night Crossing
1982
All the President's Men
1976
Brubaker
1980
Kramer vs. Kramer
1979
Show Boat
2015
The Unborn
2009
Testament
1983
Dream House
2011
The Great White Hope
1970
The New Centurions
1972
Feast of Love
2007
Sunshine State
2002
Three Christs
2017
City Heat
1984
Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus
2006
Mr. Morgan's Last Love
2013
A Gunfight
1971
Square Dance
1987
Gigantic
2008
The Man in the Woods
2020
Sweet Country
1987
TV Shows
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Everything's on Fire
Lorraine
2026
Film
American Classic
Ethel Bean
2026
TV
Severance
Celestine 'Sissy' Cobel
2025
TV
The Man in the Woods
Vivien Waldorf
2020
Film
Tales from the Loop
Klara
2020
TV
Modern Love
Margot
2019
TV
Three Christs
Dr. Abraham
2017
Film
Show Boat
Parthy Hawks
2015
Film
The Book of Negroes
Maria
2015
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jane Alexander and where are they from?
Jane Alexander is 86 years old, born on October 28, 1939 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Jane Alexander?
Jane Alexander is best known for roles in Terminator Salvation, The Ring, Kramer vs. Kramer.
How many movies has Jane Alexander been in?
Over a 56-year career (since 1970), Jane Alexander has appeared in 66 movies and 23 TV shows.
What was Jane Alexander's first movie?
The career of Jane Alexander began with The Great White Hope (1970).
What is Jane Alexander's most recent movie or series?
Jane Alexander's most recent release is Everything's on Fire, which premiered on March 19, 2026.
What TV shows has Jane Alexander appeared in?
On television, Jane Alexander has appeared in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, The Blacklist, Severance, Elementary.
Jane Alexander
1939-10-28 · Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Jane Alexander (born October 28, 1939) is an American actress, author, and former director of the National Endowment for the Arts. Although perhaps best known for playing the female lead in The Great White Hope on both stage and screen, Alexander has played a wide array of roles in both theater and film, and has committed herself to a variety of charitable causes.