Kathy Bates is an American actress of stage, screen, and television. She's triumphed in theater and enjoyed equal success in cinema. Her role as the disturbed and terrifying fan in 'Misery' is remembered as being one of moviedom's great female villains. Bates is also a star of the small screen and has won a slew of awards for a variety of memorable roles. Her latest television project, 'Matlock,' has seen the actress make history as the oldest ever Emmy nominee for Lead Actress in a Drama. Win or lose, Kathy Bates remains one of the most versatile and respected performers of her generation.
For an appreciation of her work and accolades to date, click through the gallery and revisit some of her most successful stage and on-screen appearances.