A Four Time Emmy And Two Time Golden Globe Winner

Gena Rowlands, Veteran Actor Who Brought Husband John Cassavetes' Films to Life, Dies at 94

A four-time Emmy and two-time Golden Globe winner

Gena Rowlands, the veteran actor, and wife of the late director John Cassavetes, died on April 5 at her home in Los Angeles. She was 94.

Rowlands was known for her collaborations with Cassavetes in films such as A Woman Under the Influence (1974), Opening Night (1977), and Love Streams (1984).

Personal life and early career

Rowlands was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on June 19, 1930. She studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.

Rowlands married Cassavetes in 1954, and they had three children together.

Gena Rowlands's most famous roles

Rowlands's breakthrough role came in 1968 when she starred in Cassavetes' film Faces.

She received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her performance in A Woman Under the Influence (1974).

Other notable films include The Notebook (2004), The Skeleton Key (2005), and The Girl on the Train (2016).

Tributes and legacy

"Gena was a great actress and a wonderful person. She will be deeply missed," said Steven Spielberg.

"Gena Rowlands was a true original. She brought a raw and honest intensity to every role she played," said Meryl Streep.

Rowlands's legacy will continue to inspire generations of actors and filmmakers.