Eileen Heckart
Biography
Eileen Heckart was a renowned American actress who appeared in numerous stage and screen productions throughout her nearly 60-year career. She won an Academy Award for her performance as the overprotective mother in "Butterflies Are Free," and also took home two Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. A recipient of a special Tony Award for lifetime achievement, Heckart's legacy is marked by iconic roles on Broadway, television, and film.