Priscilla Pointer
Priscilla Marie Pointer (May 18, 1924 – April 28, 2025) was an American actress. She began her career in the theater in the late 1940s, including productions on Broadway. Later, Pointer moved to Hollywood and made appearances on television beginning in the early 1950s.
Pointer was the mother of actress and singer Amy Irving, making her the former mother-in-law of filmmakers Steven Spielberg and Bruno Barreto.
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| Known For | Acting |
|---|---|
| Most Rating | 0.8554 |
| Birthday | 1924-05-18 |
| Place of Birth | New York City, New York, USA |
| Also Known As | Pricilla Pointer, پریسیلا پوینتر, Priscilla Marie Pointer, |
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6.2/5
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8/1
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6.143/7
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6.714/7
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3.333/6
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6.3/13
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