Carrie Coon

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28 Feb 2024

Carrie Coon

Carrie Alexandra Coon, born on January 24, 1981, is a highly regarded American actress known for her captivating performances across various mediums. Her notable roles in television include portraying the grieving mother Nora Durst in the acclaimed HBO drama series The Leftovers (2014–2017) and the determined police chief Gloria Burgle in the third season of the FX anthology series Fargo (2017). Her portrayal of Nora Durst earned her critical acclaim, including a Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actress, while her performance in Fargo garnered her a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress.

In addition to her television work, Coon has made a significant impact on stage, earning a Tony Award nomination for her compelling performance in the 2012 revival of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Coon's versatility extends to the big screen, where she has delivered memorable performances in a variety of genres. She has showcased her talent in thrillers like Gone Girl (2014) and Widows (2018), dramas such as The Post (2017) and The Nest (2020), and blockbuster hits like Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and the supernatural comedy Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021).

Her range as an actress and her ability to immerse herself in diverse roles have solidified her status as one of the most respected and sought-after talents in the entertainment industry. In 2022, Coon took on the role of aspiring socialite Bertha Russell in the HBO series The Gilded Age, further cementing her reputation as a versatile performer capable of delivering nuanced and captivating performances across various platforms.

Carrie Alexandra Coon was born in Copley, Ohio, on January 24, 1981, to Paula (née Ploenes) and John Coon. She grew up with her older sister, an older brother, and two younger brothers. After completing her education at Copley High School in 1999, Coon attended the University of Mount Union, where she graduated in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Spanish. She continued her academic journey by earning a Master of Fine Arts degree in acting from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 2006. This solid educational foundation provided her with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a successful career in acting across various mediums.

Carrie Coon's career began in regional theater, following her graduation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She made her professional stage debut in a production of "Our Town" with the Madison Repertory Theatre. Subsequently, she joined the American Players Theatre for four seasons before relocating to Chicago in 2008.

In Chicago, Coon made her debut with the Remy Bumppo Theatre Company in a production of "Brontë." She juggled performances in Chicago, Milwaukee, and Wisconsin while also engaging in motion capture work for a video game company based in Wisconsin.
Her breakthrough came in 2010 when she landed the role of Honey in the Steppenwolf Theatre Company's production of "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" This role propelled her career forward, leading to further opportunities in Chicago, Washington, D.C., and New York City. Her performance earned her a Theatre World Award and a Tony Award nomination.
Coon transitioned to screen acting with an appearance in an episode of the NBC series "The Playboy Club" in 2011. She subsequently guest-starred on shows like "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "Ironside," and "Intelligence," marking the beginning of her television career.

Following her Tony Award nomination, Carrie Coon landed a main role in the HBO drama series "The Leftovers" in 2014, appearing alongside Justin Theroux, Amy Brenneman, and Ann Dowd. That same year, she made her film debut in "Gone Girl," directed by David Fincher.
In early 2015, Coon starred in the lead role of the Off-Broadway production of "Placebo" at Playwrights Horizons. She also participated in readings for her husband Tracy Letts' play "Mary Page Marlowe" and later portrayed the title character in the production at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago.

In 2015, Coon left The Gersh Agency for United Talent Agency and filmed the movies "Strange Weather" and "The Keeping Hours." She continued her success on television, starring as Gloria Burgle in the third season of the FX anthology series "Fargo," for which she received critical acclaim and awards recognition.
In 2017, she played real-life journalist Meg Greenfield in Steven Spielberg's "The Post," followed by a role in Steve McQueen's "Widows" in 2018.

Coon also provided voice and motion capture for Proxima Midnight in the Russo brothers' "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018). In 2020, she joined the cast of the HBO drama series "The Gilded Age" as Bertha Russell.
In 2021, Coon received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for her performance in "The Nest." In January 2024, she joined the cast of the third season of the HBO anthology series "The White Lotus," set to premiere in 2025.