Geena - In a League of Her Own

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1. Geena Davis was born on January 21, 1956, in Wareham, Massachusetts. She graduated from Wareham High School, Class of 1974, and was voted "Most Talented" by her classmates. What was Geena's birth name? Virginia Elizabeth Davis Margaret Gina Davis Geena Smith Davis Sarah Virginia Davis

2. Before being "discovered" by the motion picture industry, Geena worked as a fashion model for the Zoli Agency. Which major line of ladies lingerie is she best known for modeling? Victoria's Secret Maidenform Hanes Her Way Warner

3. Many of Geena's earliest roles were television guest appearances during the early 1980s. Which of the following detective series did Geena appear on? Magnum, P.I. Riptide Simon and Simon The Rockford Files

4. The NBC sitcom "Family Ties" was a popular series starring Meredith Baxter, Micheal Gross, Michael J. Fox, Justine Bateman, and Tina Yothers as the Keaton family. Geena had a memorable guest role on "Family Ties", across two episodes during the third season of the series. What was her character's job? Gardener Housekeeper Nurse Tutor

5. Geena made her feature film debut playing the role of April Page in the 1982 romantic comedy "Tootsie". Dustin Hoffman starred as actor Michael Dorsey (and Michael's alter-ego, Dorothy Michaels). Was April one of Micheal's two romantic interests? Yes No

6. Geena had a supporting role in the 1985 Chevy Chase comedy "Fletch". Did she reprise her character in the 1989 sequel, "Fletch Lives"? Yes No

7. In 1986, Geena co-starred with Jeff Goldblum in "The Fly", a remake of the 1958 Vincent Price horror classic. What was the name of Geena's character? Valerie Brundle Vicky Borans Vanessa Cheevers Veronica Quaife

8. From November 1987 to October 1990, Geena was married to actor Jeff Goldblum. Other than "The Fly", which other Goldblum films did Geena appear in? "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" and "Jurassic Park" "Transylvania 6-5000" and "Earth Girls Are Easy" "The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai" and "The Right Stuff" "Vibes" and "Independence Day"

9. Geena starred as Thelma in Ridley Scott's 1991 drama "Thelma and Louise". Who portrayed Thelma's road warrior partner, Louise? Susan Sarandon Kim Cattrall Beverly D'Angelo Renee Russo

10. Penny Marshall's 1992 film "A League of Their Own" told the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, a WWII-era alternative to men's baseball. Geena Davis portrayed Dottie Hinson, star player of the Rockford Peaches, and "the best player in the league". What position did Dottie play? Shortstop Outfield Catcher Pitcher

11. Geena starred in the 1996 thriller "The Long Kiss Goodnight", directed by Renny Harlin. This was Geena's first starring role in a Renny Harlin film. True False

12. In 1989, Geena won an Academy Award (Best Actress in a Supporting Role) for her performance as Muriel Pritchett in "The Accidental Tourist". It was Geena's first Oscar. True False

13. In addition to her many screen performances, Geena has been no stranger to the producer's role. She was one of the executive producers for her own short-lived ABC television series, "The Geena Davis Show", as well as the 1996 HBO cable television film drama, "Mistrial". Which of the following feature films did Geena both produce and star in? Speechless Hero Angie Quick Change

14. Geena's talents and accomplishments are not limited to the theatrical arts; she has also competed seriously for a place on the US Olympic Team. What is Geena's sport? Canoeing Fencing Equestrian Archery

15. It is widely known that Geena Davis possesses a very high degree of intelligence. In fact, she is a member of an international society composed entirely of people with particularly high IQs. What is the name of that society? Answer: (One word, five letters.)