Actress Leo has recently made waves at the Venice Film Festival, where she starred in the highly anticipated film Long Gone Heroes alongside John Hutcherson and King Ivory. The film premiered in September, showcasing Leo's powerful performance.
Born in New York City and raised in Vermont, Leo is no stranger to accolades. She won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Alice Ward in David O. Russell's The Fighter, where she portrayed the matriarch to boxer Mickey Ward, played by Mark Wahlberg. Christian Bale also earned an Oscar for his performance in the film.
In addition to her Oscar, Leo has garnered a Golden Globe, Critics' Choice, and SAG awards for her portrayal of Alice Ward. She was previously nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress for her role in Frozen River, which also received an Academy Award nomination for Best Screenplay.
Her impressive career includes a Primetime Emmy win for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in the FX series Louie, along with two other Emmy nominations for her performances in Mildred Pierce and All the Way.