Geraldine Page (
November 22,
1924 -
June 13,
1987) was an
American actress. Born in
Kirksville, Missouri, she was known more as a
Broadway actress than as a
Hollywood star. Her first movie role, in
Hondo, garnered her a nomination for the
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. In all, despite her relatively small filmography, Page received eight
Academy Award nominations.
Page was married to actor Rip Torn[?] from 1961 until her death.