Parker Posey is a famous American actress and musician who is recognized for her work in sitcoms. She has portrayed diverse characters and is also talented in singing and playing the mandolin. One of her earliest appearances in movies was in the 1993 film Dazed and Confused, where she starred alongside Ben Affleck and Matthew McConaughey.
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Parker Posey Age and Bio
Parker Christian Posey is a well-known actress who was born on November 8, 1968. Her parents are Lynda, who worked as a chef and Chris Posey, who owned a Chevrolet dealership. Parker is currently 55 years old and her zodiac sign is Scorpio. She is the only daughter of her mother and father and has a twin brother. Interestingly, her father named her after the famous model Suzy Parker from the 1850s. Posey is an American national who belongs to the white race.
Posey went to R. H. Watkins High School in Laurel, Mississippi and then attended the State University of New York at Purchase where she studied drama. While she was there, her roommates were Sherry Stringfield and Orlagh Cassidy, who are both well-known actresses.
Parker Posey Net Worth
As of January 2024, Parker’s net worth is estimated to be around $14 million. She leads a luxurious lifestyle and even has an Instagram account called @itsparkerposey which has gained popularity with 138k followers.
Parker Posey Career
Posey’s acting career began when she portrayed the character of ‘Tess Shelby’ in the popular soap opera ‘As the World Turns’. This show aired on television from 1991 to 1992. Although she had a small part in the romantic comedy film ‘Sleepless in Seattle’ in 1993, her scenes were ultimately removed, causing her to go unnoticed. However, Posey’s big break came later that same year when she landed a significant role in the cult classic film ‘Dazed and Confused’, alongside well-known actors such as Ben Affleck, Matthew McConaughey and Jason London.
In 1995, Parker Posey became well-known after starring in the movie ‘Party Girl’. She had a very successful year in 1997, with 20 movies to her name, three of which were shown at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival. One of her standout performances that year was in ‘The House of Yes’. The following year, she landed a significant role in the film ‘You’ve Got Mail’, alongside Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.
In 2000, Posey showcased her comedic talent in the critically acclaimed movie “Best in Show” by Christopher Guest. She continued to impress audiences with her performances in various films during the early 2000s, such as “Scream 3”, “Josie and the Pussycats”, “Laws of Attraction”, and “Blade: Trinity”.
Posey’s performance in “Best in Show” showcased her comedic talent. She continued to star in various films throughout the 2000s, including “Scream 3,” “Josie and the Pussycats,” “Laws of Attraction,” and “Blade: Trinity.” Her acting abilities were recognized when she received a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Actress in 2007 for her role in Zoe Cassavetes’ film “Broken English.” In 2012, she appeared in the HBO film “Hemingway & Gellhorn,” portraying Ernest Hemingway’s third wife.
Posey appeared in the HBO film ‘Hemingway & Gellhorn’ in 2012, playing the third wife of Ernest Hemingway. Then, in 2018, she starred in the heist comedy film ‘The Con Is On’ as Gina, directed by James Oakley. That same year, she joined the cast of the sci-fi TV series ‘Lost in Space’ as June Harris / Zoe Smith. The series aired for 3 seasons and ended in 2021. Finally, Posey played Marie in the comedy-drama film ‘Elsewhere’, which was written and directed by Hernán Jiménez and released in 2023.
Posey will be appearing in two upcoming projects. The first is an American horror-comedy film called ‘The Parenting,’ which is being directed by Craig Johnson. In addition to that, she will also be seen in a spy comedy series called ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith,’ which will be available on Prime Video.
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Parker Posey Height
Posey stands at a height of 5 feet and 5 inches (1.64 meters). She weighs approximately 57 kilograms (125 pounds). She has brown hair and brown eyes.
