Diane Ladd was a celebrated American actress with a career spanning more than six decades. Born Rose Diane Ladner on November 29, 1935, in Meridian, Mississippi, she became known for her versatility and distinctive southern collaborating energy in film and television. She earned three Academy Award nominations for her roles in Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore (Best Supporting Actress), Rambling Rose (Best Supporting Actress), and Wild at Heart (Best Supporting Actress). She is also the mother of actress Laura Dern, with whom she shared a notable personal and professional connection, including being nominated for the same film in different categories in one instance. Ladd’s work includes a wide range of characters, from tough, outspoken women to quietly dignified figures, and she remained a enduring presence in American cinema and television for more than 60 years.

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