Louise Fletcher
American actress (1934–2022)
1934 — 2022
Quick Facts
Profession
American actress (1934–2022)
Born
July 22, 1934
Died
2022 (age ~88)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, television actor, film actor
United StatesBorn in BirminghamDied in Montdurausse
1934
Born in Birmingham (1934-07-22)
1976
AwardAcademy Award for Best Actress
2022
Died in Montdurausse
About
Estelle Louise Fletcher was an American actress. She is best known for her portrayal of the antagonist Nurse Ratched in the film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), which earned her numerous accolades, including the Academy Award, BAFTA Award, and Golden Globe Award for Best Actress.
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Who is Louise Fletcher?+
Estelle Louise Fletcher was an American actress. She is best known for her portrayal of the antagonist Nurse Ratched in the film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), which earned her numerous accolades, including the Academy Award, BAFTA Award, and Golden Globe Award for Best Actress.
What does the name Louise mean?+
The name Louise means "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is of English origin.
When was Louise Fletcher born?+
Louise Fletcher was born on July 22, 1934.
When did Louise Fletcher die?+
Louise Fletcher died in 2022, at approximately 88 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.
The name Louise is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Names related to Louise
Louise — July 22, 1934
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
You made my script better than I wrote it.
— a filmmaker
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