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Nancy Cartwright
Nancy Cartwright
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NameNancy Cartwright
OccupationActress, voice actress, and comedian
Birth dateOctober 25, 1957
Birth placeDayton, Ohio, United States
NationalityAmerican

Nancy Cartwright is a renowned American actress, voice actress, and comedian, best known for her iconic voice work as Bart Simpson in the long-running animated television series The Simpsons, alongside Dan Castellaneta as Homer Simpson and Julie Kavner as Marge Simpson. She has also lent her voice to numerous other characters, including Rugrats' Chuckie Finster and The Critic's Penny. Cartwright's extensive career in voice acting has led to collaborations with notable animation studios, such as Warner Bros. Animation and DisneyToon Studios. Her work has been influenced by fellow voice actors, including Mel Blanc and Frank Welker.

● Early Life and Education

Nancy Cartwright was born in Dayton, Ohio, and grew up in Kettering, Ohio, where she developed an interest in acting and voice work at a young age, inspired by the likes of Carol Burnett and Lucille Ball. She attended Fairmont West High School and later studied at Ohio University, where she was a member of the Phi Beta sorority, and UCLA, alongside notable alumni, including Tim Robbins and Elizabeth Banks. Cartwright's early career was shaped by her experiences at The Groundlings, a renowned improv comedy troupe, which also nurtured the talents of Will Ferrell and Kristen Wiig.

● Career

Cartwright's breakthrough in the entertainment industry came with her role as Gloria in the 1980s television series Gloria, a spin-off of the popular sitcom All in the Family, created by Norman Lear and starring Sally Struthers. She then went on to voice Penny in the animated series The Critic, developed by Al Jean and Mike Reiss, who also worked on The Simpsons. Cartwright's most notable role to date is that of Bart Simpson in The Simpsons, which has become the longest-running primetime scripted television series in the United States, surpassing Gunsmoke and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Her work on the show has led to collaborations with other notable voice actors, including Hank Azaria and Harry Shearer.

● Filmography

Cartwright's filmography includes a wide range of animated television series and films, such as The Simpsons Movie, Rugrats in Paris: The Movie, and Kim Possible: A Sitch in Time, featuring the voice talents of Christy Carlson Romano and Will Friedle. She has also appeared in live-action films, including Twilight Zone: The Movie and Flesh+Blood, directed by Paul Verhoeven and starring Rutger Hauer. Cartwright's voice work can be heard in various video games, such as The Simpsons: Hit & Run and Kingdom Hearts II, developed by Square Enix and featuring the characters of Disney and Final Fantasy.

● Awards and Nominations

Throughout her career, Cartwright has received numerous awards and nominations for her voice work, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance for her portrayal of Bart Simpson in The Simpsons. She has also been nominated for an Annie Award and a Golden Reel Award for her work on The Simpsons and Rugrats, respectively. Cartwright has been recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, alongside other notable celebrities, such as Michael Jackson and Elizabeth Taylor.

● Personal Life

Cartwright is a long-time resident of Los Angeles, California, and has been involved in various charitable organizations, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Starkey Hearing Foundation, founded by William F. Austin. She has been married to Warren Murphy and Steven Hartley, and has two children, Jackson Murphy and Lucy Hartley. Cartwright is a practicing Scientologist and has been involved in various Church of Scientology initiatives, including the New York Rescue Workers Detoxification Project, founded by Tom Cruise.

● Philanthropy

Cartwright is a dedicated philanthropist, supporting various charitable causes, including the American Cancer Society and the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, founded by Danny Thomas. She has also been involved in fundraising efforts for the Children's Hospital Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Mission, which provides support to the homeless population in Los Angeles. Cartwright's charitable work has been recognized by various organizations, including the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the City of Los Angeles, which have honored her with awards for her contributions to the community. Category:American voice actresses

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