Diane Ladd
American actress
- Full name
- Rose Diane Ladnier
- Born
- 29 November 1935Mississippi
- Died
- 3 November 2025aged 89 · Ojai, California
- Nationality
USA - Star sign
- Sagittarius
- Years active
- 1974–2022
Known for
About Diane Ladd
Diane Ladd was an American actress. They were born on 29 November 1935 in Mississippi. Their career spanned 13 titles, among them Joy (2015), Chinatown (1974) and Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974).
Their career in figures
The earliest credit MovieNCo has for Diane Ladd is Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974); in all, 11 films and 2 TV shows over 48 years. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is Joy (2015), with 36 votes. Their busiest decade is the 2000s, with 4 titles. The person they have worked with most is Laura Dern, on 4 films, among them Wild at heart and Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore.
Latest work
Full filmography (13)- 2016–2022
Chesapeake Shores TV
Nell O'Brien, 47 episodes
- 2015
- 2011–2013
Enlightened TV
Helen Jellicoe, 18 episodes
- 2006
- 2005
- 2001
- 2000
- 1998
Primary Colors
Mamma Stanton
Where to watch Diane Ladd
Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.
- 2015
- 1974
- 1990
- 1974
- 2000
- 1996
- 2006
- 2001
The best Diane Ladd films
By MovieNCo readers' ratings.
- Chinatown 1974
- Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore 1974
- Wild at heart 1990
- Joy 2015
Family and relationships
- Spouses
- Bruce Dern 1960–1969
- Children
- Laura Dern
- Grandchildren
- Jaya Harper
Awards
All their awardsA count of the awards MovieNCo covers: Academy Awards (Oscars) (1932–2026).
- Academy Awards (Oscars) 2 nominations
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Diane Ladd photos
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Questions about Diane Ladd
Where was Diane Ladd born?
Diane Ladd was born on 29 November 1935 in Mississippi.
When did Diane Ladd die?
Diane Ladd died on 3 November 2025, aged 89. They died in Ojai, California.
Who has Diane Ladd been married to?
Diane Ladd was married to Bruce Dern (1960–1969).
Does Diane Ladd have children?
Yes, Diane Ladd had a daughter: Laura Dern.
What are the best Diane Ladd films?
By MovieNCo readers' ratings, the best Diane Ladd films are Chinatown (1974, 8.5), Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974, 7.6) and Wild at heart (1990, 7.4).
How many films and TV shows has Diane Ladd been in?
MovieNCo lists 11 films and 2 TV shows for Diane Ladd, from Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974) to Chesapeake Shores (2022).
How many awards has Diane Ladd won?
Diane Ladd had 2 nominations and no wins. By award: Academy Awards (Oscars), 2 nominations. A count of the awards MovieNCo covers.
What is Diane Ladd's star sign?
Diane Ladd was a Sagittarius: born on 29 November.
Page reviewed on 4 November 2025.