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Theoni V. Aldredge

 
Actor: Theoni V. Aldredge
  • Born: Aug 22, 1932 in Salonika, Greece
  • Active: '60s-'90s
  • Major Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Career Highlights: Moonstruck, I Never Sang for My Father, The Rose
  • First Major Screen Credit: Girl of the Night (1960)

Biography

Noted for her versatility, Theoni V. Aldredge has become one of the most prominent costume designers in the entertainment industry. Born Theoni Vachilioti in Salonika, Greece, she received her training at the American School in Athens and at the Goodman Memorial Theatre, Chicago before launching her career in 1950. After making a name for herself in the theatrical world, Aldredge began working on Hollywood features in the mid-'60s. Over the course of her still flourishing career, she has won major awards for designing costumes for films, television, theater, opera and ballet in both the U.S. and Great Britain. These awards include an Oscar and a British Academy Award for her work on The Great Gatsby (1974) and three Tonys for her theatrical work (she has also been nominated for 11 more Tonys). ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
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