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Diane Ladd
Diane Ladd is best known for Young Sheldon, ER, Ray Donovan and Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. Diane Ladd was born on November 29, 1935. Diane Ladd died on November 3, 2025 at the age of 89.
- Born
- November 29, 1935
- Place of birth
- Meridian, Mississippi, USA
- Died
- November 3, 2025 (89 years old)
Biography
Diane Ladd (born Rose Diane Ladner; November 29, 1935 – November 3, 2025) was an American actress. She appeared in over 200 films and television shows, receiving three Academy Award nominations for her roles in Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974), Wild at Heart (1990), and Rambling Rose (1991), the first of which won her a BAFTA Award. She was also nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards and four Golden Globe Awards, winning one for her role in the sitcom Alice (1980–1981).
Ladd's other film appearances include Chinatown (1974), National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989), Ghosts of Mississippi (1996), Primary Colors (1998), 28 Days (2000), and Joy (2015). She was the mother of actress Laura Dern, with her ex-husband, actor Bruce Dern.
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Ladd's other film appearances include Chinatown (1974), National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989), Ghosts of Mississippi (1996), Primary Colors (1998), 28 Days (2000), and Joy (2015). She was the mother of actress Laura Dern, with her ex-husband, actor Bruce Dern.
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Known for
Filmography
- 2017Young SheldonHortense
- 2016Chesapeake ShoresNell O'Brien
- 2013Ray DonovanMotel Lady
- 2011EnlightenedHelen Jellicoe
- 2009Celebrity Ghost StoriesSelf
- 2004Stephen King's Kingdom HospitalSally Druse
- 2003Cold CaseZelda Amatuzzi (2005)
- 2002Living with the DeadRegina Van Praagh
- 2001Christy: Choices of the Heart
- 2000Strong MedicineAnnabelle Lee Stowe
- 1996Cold LazarusMartina Masdon
- 1996The Siege at Ruby RidgeIrma Coulter
- 1994ERMrs. Pooler
- 1994Touched by an AngelCarolyn Sellers
- 1993Dr. Quinn, Medicine WomanCharlotte Cooper
- 1992Vicki!Self
- 1991Sisters
- 1991Pebble MillSelf
- 1989Father Dowling Mysteries
- 1988BluegrassVerna Howland
- 1986L.A. LawCeleste Bauman
- 1982Faerie Tale TheatreMother
- 1980Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim JonesLynette Jones
- 1978Black BeautyAmelia Gordon
- 1977The Love BoatRuby Gibson
- 1976AliceBelle Dupree
- 1976Battle of the Network Stars
- 1976City of Angels
- 1974Movin' On
- 1969Then Came BronsonValerie Faber
- 1967IronsidePeggy Barnard
- 1966ShaneAmy Sloate
- 1965The Big ValleyMuriel Akely
- 1964Daniel BooneRonda Cameron
- 1963The Great AdventureAnnie Thompson
- 1963The FugitiveStella
- 1963Mr. NovakMrs. Otis
- 1963Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler TheatreCissy
- 1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonSelf
- 1961The Mike Douglas ShowSelf - Guest
- 1959The Detectives
- 195877 Sunset Strip
- 1958Naked CityYankee Cretias
- 1957Perry MasonMiss Frances
- 1957DecoySelma Richmond
- 1957The Walter Winchell FileLois
- 1955GunsmokeElena
- 1953The OscarsSelf
- 1951Hallmark Hall of FameEmma Newton
- 1944Golden Globe AwardsSelf - Nominee
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Diane Ladd been in?
Diane Ladd is best known for Young Sheldon, ER, Ray Donovan and Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.
When was Diane Ladd born?
Diane Ladd was born on November 29, 1935. (Meridian, Mississippi, USA)
How old is Diane Ladd?
Diane Ladd died on November 3, 2025 at the age of 89.
Updated: November 1, 2026 ·