Kathy Bates is celebrated as one of Hollywood's finest actresses of her generation, known for her standout performances in several acclaimed films, many of which are considered her best work. With a career spanning over 50 years across film and television, Bates has built a robust and versatile body of work marked by emotional depth and complexity. Though she found success on Broadway and on the small screen, Bates broke through to wide renown with her Oscar-winning turn in the 1990 thriller Misery, becoming the first woman to win Best Actress for a horror role.

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