Kathleen Turner is an iconic American actress whose smoky, unmistakable voice and commanding screen presence made her one of the defining stars of 1980s cinema. She burst onto the scene with Body Heat (1981), a neo‑noir classic that instantly established her as a major leading lady and cultural phenomenon.

Throughout the decade, Turner delivered a string of memorable performances, including Romancing the Stone (1984), Prizzi’s Honor (1985), The Man with Two Brains (1983), and Crimes of Passion (1984). Her work in Romancing the Stone and Prizzi’s Honor earned her Golden Globe Awards, while Peggy Sue Got Married (1986) brought her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.

Turner’s career spans drama, comedy, theater, and voice work, with later highlights including The War of the Roses (1989), The Accidental Tourist (1988), Serial Mom (1994), and The Virgin Suicides (1999). Born Mary Kathleen Turner on June 19, 1954, in Missouri, she remains admired for her fearless performances, sharp wit, and enduring influence on film and stage. Fun fact: her instantly recognizable voice has made her a favorite for narration and animation roles as well.