Katherine Cassavetes
American actress
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Katherine Cassavetes (Greek: Κατερίνα Κασσαβέτης; née Demetriou;[citation needed] June 24, 1906 – March 29, 1983) was an American actress of Greek origin. She was the mother of actor-director John Cassavetes and mother-in-law of actress Gena Rowlands. Her grandchildren are actor-directors Nick Cassavetes, Zoe Cassavetes, and Alexandra Cassavetes.
Born
June 24, 1906
Katherine Demetriou
June 24, 1906
New York City, New York
DiedMarch 29, 1983 (aged 76)
Los Angeles, California
OccupationActress
SpouseNicholas Cassavetes
Katherine Cassavetes | |
|---|---|
| Born | Katherine Demetriou June 24, 1906 New York City, New York |
| Died | March 29, 1983 (aged 76) Los Angeles, California |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Spouse | Nicholas Cassavetes |
| Children | John Cassavetes |
| Relatives | Nick Cassavetes (grandson) Alexandra Cassavetes (granddaughter) Zoe Cassavetes (granddaughter) |
Biography
Partial filmography
- Minnie and Moskowitz (1971) - Sheba Moskowitz
- The Teacher (1974) - Gossiping Lady 1
- A Woman Under the Influence (1974) - Margaret Longhetti
- Opening Night (1977) - Vivian (final film role)
