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Special Sub-Topic: The Brilliant Allison Janney


What is Allison Janney's date of birth?

    19th November 1960. Allison Janney was born on the 19th November 1960. Allison's mother was an actress and her father was a jazz musician. It has been reported that it was Allison's mother who told her to pursue a career in acting.

Which American state is Allison Janney from?
    Ohio. Allison Janney is from Dayton, Ohio. She attended Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio; Neighborhood Playhouse, New York and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, London, England, UK.

Allison Janney's middle name is Brooke?
    t. An interesting fact about Allison Brooke Janney is that she is 6 feet tall. In "The West Wing", her height has often been referred to or even joked about in order to draw attention to the fact that she is somewhat taller than the President. (Please note that IMDB cites Allison's middle name as Brooks however I have consulted various other websites that state her middle name is Brooke)

In which of these animated movies did Allison Janney work on?
    Finding Nemo. In "Finding Nemo", Allison Janney lent her vocal talents to the character of Peach.

Which movie, starring Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd, did Allison Janney appear in?
    The Object of My Affection. She played Constance Miller who was the high profile stepsister of Jennifer Aniston's character. Allison was wonderful in this role.

In which Oscar-winning movie did Allison Janney have a role?
    American Beauty. In "American Beauty", Allison Janney played Barbara Fitts. Barbara Fitts was the Burnham's next door neighbour.

Allison Janney plays C.J Cregg in "The West Wing". What does C.J stand for?
    Claudia Jean. Claudia Jean Cregg is the White House Press Secretary and a wonderful character. In my opinion, this is the best role Allison Janney has ever played.

Allison Janney received her __ Emmy nomination in 2003 for her role as C.J Cregg?
    4th. Allison was nominated in 2000 and 2001 for "Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series" and she won both years. Furthermore, Allison has been nominated two times for "Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series". Once in 2002 which she won and also she has been nominated this year.

Allison Janney was nominated for the 3rd time in 2003 for a Golden Globe, for her work in "The West Wing".
    t. In 2003, Allison was nominated as "Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama". Moreover, Allison was nominated both in 2002 and 2001 as "Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television". Unfortunately, Allison has never won a "Golden Globe" for her role in "The West Wing".

Allison Janney has received one Oscar nomination during the 1990s?
    f. Sadly, Allison did not receive an Oscar nomination during the 90s. Allison is a wonderful and talented actress.


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