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Also Known As Virginia Elizabeth Davis
Born January 21, 1956 (age 68) • Massachusetts
Founder Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media
Awards And Honors Golden Globe Award (2006)Academy Award (1989) • Academy Award (1989): Actress in a Supporting Role • Golden Globe Award (2006): Best Actress in a Television Series - Drama • Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award (2020)
Married To Reza Jarrahy (2001–present) • Renny Harlin (1993–1998) • Jeff Goldblum (1987–1990) • Richard Emmolo (1982–1983)
Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) "She-Ra and the Princesses of Power" (2019) • "GLOW" (2019) • "Grey's Anatomy" (2014–2018) • "Don't Talk to Irene" (2017) • "Marjorie Prime" (2017) • "The Exorcist" (2016) • "Annedroids" (2015) • "Me Him Her" (2015) • "Omoide no Mânî" (2014) • "Doc McStuffins" (2014) • "In a World..." (2013) • "Coma" (2012) • "Accidents Happen" (2009) • "Commander in Chief" (2005–2006) • "Will & Grace" (2004) • "Stuart Little 2" (2002) • "The Geena Davis Show" (2000–2001) • "Stuart Little" (1999) • "The Long Kiss Goodnight" (1996) • "Cutthroat Island" (1995) • "Speechless" (1994) • "Angie" (1994) • "Hero" (1992) • "A League of Their Own" (1992) • "Thelma & Louise" (1991) • "Quick Change" (1990) • "Trying Times" (1989) • "The Accidental Tourist" (1988) • "Earth Girls Are Easy" (1988) • "Beetlejuice" (1988) • "The Fly" (1986) • "Family Ties" (1984–1986) • "Transylvania 6-5000" (1985) • "George Burns Comedy Week" (1985) • "Fletch" (1985) • "Sara" (1985) • "Remington Steele" (1985) • "Riptide" (1984) • "Fantasy Island" (1984) • "Buffalo Bill" (1983–1984) • "Knight Rider" (1983) • "Tootsie" (1982)
Movies/Tv Shows (Writing/Creator) "Buffalo Bill" (1984)

Top Questions

When was Geena Davis born?
Geena Davis was born on January 21, 1956.
Where was Geena Davis born?
Geena Davis was born in Wareham, Massachusetts, United States.
Is Geena Davis married?
Renny Harlin (1993–1998), Richard Emmolo (1982–1983), Jeff Goldblum (1987–1990), Reza Jarrahy (2001–present)

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