Gena Rowlands
American actress
- Full name
- Virginia Cathryn Rowlands
- Born
- 19 June 1930Madison, Wisconsin
- Died
- 14 August 2024aged 94
- Nationality
USA - Star sign
- Gemini
- Years active
- 1971–2014
Known for
About Gena Rowlands
Gena Rowlands was an American actress. They were born on 19 June 1930 in Madison, Wisconsin. Their career spanned 14 titles, among them The notebook (2004), Persepolis (2007) and The Skeleton Key (2005).
Their career in figures
The earliest credit MovieNCo has for Gena Rowlands is Minnie and Moskowitz (1971); in all, 14 films over 43 years. They have worked as actress in 14 and writer in 1. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is The notebook (2004), with 65 votes. Their busiest decade is the 2000s, with 5 titles. The person they have worked with most is John Cassavetes, on 5 films, among them She's So Lovely and Gloria.
Latest work
Full filmography (14)- 2014
- 2007
- 2006
Paris, je t'aime
Gena (segment "Quartier Latin") · Writer
- 2005
- 2004
- 2004
- 1999
- 1998
Where to watch Gena Rowlands
Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.
- 2004
- 2007
- 2005
- 1999
- 1991
- 2004
- 1974
- 1998
The best Gena Rowlands films
By MovieNCo readers' ratings.
- Persepolis 2007
- The notebook 2004
- The Skeleton Key 2005
Family and relationships
- Spouses
- John Cassavetes 1954–1989
- Children
- Nick Cassavetes
Awards
All their awardsA count of the awards MovieNCo covers: Golden Globes (1944–2026), Actor Awards (2000–2026) and Emmy Awards (2000–2026).
- Golden Globes 1 nomination
- Actor Awards 1 nomination
- Emmy Awards 1 win4 nominations
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Gena Rowlands photos
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Questions about Gena Rowlands
Where was Gena Rowlands born?
Gena Rowlands was born on 19 June 1930 in Madison, Wisconsin.
When did Gena Rowlands die?
Gena Rowlands died on 14 August 2024, aged 94.
Who has Gena Rowlands been married to?
Gena Rowlands was married to John Cassavetes (1954–1989).
Does Gena Rowlands have children?
Yes, Gena Rowlands had a son: Nick Cassavetes.
What are the best Gena Rowlands films?
By MovieNCo readers' ratings, the best Gena Rowlands films are Persepolis (2007, 8.8), The notebook (2004, 7.5) and The Skeleton Key (2005, 7.1).
How many films and TV shows has Gena Rowlands been in?
MovieNCo lists 14 films for Gena Rowlands, from Minnie and Moskowitz (1971) to Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films (2014).
How many awards has Gena Rowlands won?
Gena Rowlands won one award from 6 nominations. By award: Golden Globes, 1 nomination; Actor Awards, 1 nomination; Emmy Awards, 1 of 4. A count of the awards MovieNCo covers.
What is Gena Rowlands's star sign?
Gena Rowlands was a Gemini: born on 19 June.
Page reviewed on 15 August 2024.