Kelly Bishop

Kelly Bishop is an American actress and dancer, best known for her roles as matriarch Emily Gilmore on the series Gilmore Girls and as Marjorie Houseman, the mother of Jennifer Grey's Frances 'Baby' Houseman in the film Dirty Dancing.

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Profession :

TV Actress

Birthday :

February 28, 1944

Star Sign :

Pisces

Age :

81

Birthplace :

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Carole “Kelly” Bishop, born on February 28, 1944, is an American actress and dancer renowned for her portrayal of Emily Gilmore in the TV series Gilmore Girls and Marjorie Houseman, the mother of Jennifer Grey’s character in the film Dirty Dancing. She gained recognition for originating the role of Sheila in A Chorus Line, which earned her a Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical. Bishop has also appeared in other notable works such as Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Wonderful Town, and Friends with Kids.