Rosemary Harris

Biography

Rosemary Harris (born September 19, 1927) is a distinguished English actress with a career spanning over seven decades. Renowned for her work in theater, film, and television, she has received numerous accolades, including a Tony Award, an Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe. Harris is perhaps best known to modern audiences for her portrayal of Aunt May in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy (2002–2007). Her illustrious stage career includes a Tony Award for Best Actress for her role as Eleanor of Aquitaine in The Lion in Winter (1966). She has also been nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in Tom & Viv (1994). Harris was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 1986 and received a Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2017. Born in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, England, Harris trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). She has been celebrated for her...

Known For

Career Timeline

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  1. 2025
  2. 2019
  3. 2015
    The von Trapp Family: A Life of Music

    Older Agathe von Trapp • Acting

  4. 2012
    This Means War

    Nana Foster • Acting

  5. 2010
    Radio Free Albemuth

    VALIS (voice) • Acting

  6. 2009
    Is Anybody There?

    Elsie • Acting

  7. 2009
    The Fall

    a reporter • Acting

  8. 2008
    The Monday Before Thanksgiving

    Lillian Cotlo • Acting

Rosemary Harris - Aperture