Elaine May
Elaine Iva May (née Berlin; born April 21, 1932) is an American actress, comedian, writer, and director. She first gained fame in the 1950s for her improvisational comedy routines with Mike Nichols before transitioning her career, regularly breaking the mold as a writer and director of several critically acclaimed films. She has received numerous awards, including a BAFTA Award, a Grammy Award, and a Tony Award. She was honored with the National Medal of Arts from President Barack Obama in 2013, and an Honorary Academy Award in 2022. In 1955,…
Known field
Acting
Total Movie Credited
36
Total TV Shows Credited
13
Gender
Female
Place of birth
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Birthdate
April 21, 1932
Also known as
Esther Dale
Elaine Iva May
Elaine Iva Berlin