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Acting
Kelly Bishop
Kelly Bishop is best known for Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Gilmore Girls, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Shrinking. Kelly Bishop was born on February 28, 1944. Kelly Bishop is 82 years old (born February 28, 1944).
- Born
- February 28, 1944 (82 years old)
- Place of birth
- Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
Biography
Kelly Bishop (born Carole Jane Bishop; on February 28, 1944) is an American actress, who is best known for her role as matriarch Emily Gilmore on the series Gilmore Girls, and for her role as Jennifer Grey's mother in the film Dirty Dancing. She is also well remembered for her Tony-winning performance as Sheila in A Chorus Line.
Known for
Filmography
- 2023The Watchful EyeMrs. Ivey
- 2023ShrinkingSusan
- 2021HalstonEleanor Lambert
- 2017The Marvelous Mrs. MaiselBenedetta
- 2016Gilmore Girls: A Year in the LifeEmily Gilmore
- 2012BunheadsFanny Flowers
- 2009Mercy
- 2009The Good WifeBea Wilson
- 2007Army WivesJean Calhoun
- 2000Gilmore GirlsEmily Gilmore
- 1999Law & Order: Special Victims UnitJulia Zimmer
- 1995My Wildest Dreams
- 1990Law & OrderMarian Borland
- 1988The ThornsGinger Thorn
- 1984Kate & Allie
- 1982The New Odd CoupleCharity Morningstar
- 1982Cassie & Co.Irene French
- 1969Hawaii Five-OChar
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Kelly Bishop been in?
Kelly Bishop is best known for Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Gilmore Girls, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Shrinking.
When was Kelly Bishop born?
Kelly Bishop was born on February 28, 1944. (Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA)
How old is Kelly Bishop?
Kelly Bishop is 82 years old (born February 28, 1944).
Updated: October 26, 2026 ·