Veteran actress Swoosie Kurtz was recently spotted enjoying a rare public outing in Los Angeles, looking vibrant and youthful despite having just turned 81. The award-winning stage and screen star, known for her sharp wit and versatility, has maintained a remarkable presence in the entertainment industry over several decades. Fans fondly remember her work on the hit NBC series Sisters in the 1990s, but Kurtz’s career spans far beyond that iconic role.

Kurtz began her career early, appearing on television as far back as the 1960s. She quickly established herself in theater, earning critical acclaim in the 1970s and becoming a prominent face on Broadway. Her performance in the play Fifth of July earned her the prestigious “triple crown” of theater awards: the Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle awards. She won a second Tony in 1986 for her role in The House of Blue Leaves, cementing her status as a stage powerhouse.

In the 1980s, Kurtz expanded into film, appearing in notable movies such as The World According to Garp with Robin Williams, Jeff Bridges’ Against All Odds, and the star-studded Dangerous Liaisons. Her film work helped broaden her profile, while her television presence continued to grow. In the 1990s, she earned an Emmy for her guest appearance on the anthology series Carol & Company, further showcasing her range as an actress.

Kurtz’s most memorable television role came as a series regular on NBC’s Sisters, which ran from 1991 to 1996. During the 2000s, she appeared in several guest roles but remained a notable presence in series like Pushing Daisies from 2007 to 2009 and Mike & Molly, where she played the mother of Melissa McCarthy’s character. These roles demonstrated her ability to transition seamlessly between drama and comedy while maintaining her signature charm.

In recent years, Kurtz has shifted focus toward voice work for animated series such as American Dad and Rugrats, while her last on-screen appearance was in the Fox series Call Me Kat, which concluded in 2023. Her enduring career, marked by versatility across stage, film, and television, highlights not only her talent but also her remarkable staying power in an ever-changing industry.