Who is Edie McClurg? Everything You Need to Know

Quick Facts

Age: 79 Years, 79 Year Old Females

Family:

father: Mac McClurg

mother: Irene McClurg

siblings: Bob McClurg

Born Country: United States

Actresses Voice Actresses

Height: 5'7" (170 cm), 5'7" Females

City: Kansas City, Missouri

U.S. State: Missouri

More Facts

education: The Groundlings, Syracuse University, University of Missouri-Kansas City: Volker Campus

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Where is Edie McClurg from?

Edie McClurg was born in Kansas City, Kansas.
2

What are some popular movies Edie McClurg has starred in?

Some popular movies Edie McClurg has starred in include Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and Frozen.
3

Has Edie McClurg appeared in any TV shows?

Yes, Edie McClurg has appeared in TV shows such as The Hogan Family, The Golden Girls, and The Simpsons.
4

Is Edie McClurg known for voice acting in animated films?

Yes, Edie McClurg is known for her voice acting in animated films like Wreck-It Ralph and The Little Mermaid.
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Does Edie McClurg have a background in improvisational comedy?

Yes, Edie McClurg has a background in improvisational comedy and has performed with The Groundlings improv group in Los Angeles.

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Childhood & Early Life

Edie McClurg was born on July 23, 1945, in Kansans City, Missouri, USA. Her father, Mac McClurg, was a mailman while her mother, Irene, was a secretary for ‘Federal Aviation Administration’. Her brother is retired actor Bob McClurg.

She obtained a bachelor’s degree in speech education from the ‘Syracuse University’. She followed it up with a master of science degree from the same university. Then she taught radio at the ‘University of Missouri-Kansas City’ for eight years.

While working at the ‘University of Missouri-Kansas City’, McClurg also worked as a DJ, operations manager, anchor, and producer for ‘KCUR-FM’ at ‘National Public Radio’ (1966-74).

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Career

Edie McClurg's entertainment career started on the radio. Soon, she went on to become an original member of the sketch-comedy troupe ‘The Groundlings.’ In 1974, she made her TV debut as a comedy regular in the series ‘Tony Orlando and Dawn’.

Her breakthrough movie role was of Helen in the supernatural horror classic ‘Carrie’ (1976). McClurg’s first recurring TV role was of Venus Kallikak in the TV series ‘The Kallikaks’ (1977). She also portrayed different comic characters in ‘The Richard Pryor Show’ (1977).

McClurg started voicing different characters in the animated series ‘Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo’ (1979). In the next few years, she appeared in comedy series like ‘Madame’s Place’ (1982) and ‘The Dukes’ (1983), and movies like ‘Pandemonium’ (1982) and ‘Cheech & Chong’s The Corsican Brothers’ (1984).

She played Bonnie Brindle in the fan-favorite sitcom ‘Small Wonder’ (1985-88). By the late 1980s, Edie McClurg had become a bankable name as a versatile comedy actress. This was reflected in the success of the comedy movies ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ (1986) and ‘Elvira: Mistress of the Dark’ (1988).

In 1989, she voiced the character of Carlotta in the Disney animated classic ‘The Little Mermaid’. The ‘Oscar’-winning movie made more than US $233 million at the box office. Edie also gained praise for her acting in ‘A River Runs Through It’ (1992).

In 1997, she co-starred in the hit comedy movie ‘Flubber’. Edie McClurg also lent her voice to ‘The Rugrats Movie’ and ‘A Bug’s Life’ in 1998. Both were box office hits. She appeared in the TV shows ‘7th Heaven’ (1996-2000), ‘The Kids from Room 402’ (1999-2000), and ‘Rocket Power’ (1999-2004) in the ensuing years.

She appeared in the hit film ‘Van Wilder’ (2002) and then voiced the role of Minny in the animated blockbuster ‘Cars’ (2006). The movie made more than US $462 million. She reprised her role in ‘Cars 2’ (2011).

From 2008 until 2012, she was seen in TV series like ‘Rules of Engagement’, ‘The Life & Times of Tim’, and ‘Fish Hooks.’ In 2012, she voiced Mary in the animated movie ‘Wreck-It Ralph’. The movie garnered more than US $471 million at the box office.

She lent her voice to blockbusters like ‘Frozen’ (2013) and ‘Zootopia’ (2016). In 2019, she appeared in the short film ‘Lucky.’

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Major Works

Edie McClurg is known for playing Helen Shyres in one of the greatest supernatural horror movies of all time, ‘Carrie’ (1976). Besides winning several accolades, the blockbuster also made more than US $33.8 million at the box office against a budget of just US $1.8 million.

She played Grace in the classic ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off’ (1986). The movie has been preserved in the ‘National Film Registry’, USA for its cultural, historical, and aesthetic significance. It also made more than US $70.1 million at the box office against a budget of US $5.8 million.

She lent her voice to the character of Gerda in ‘Frozen’ (2013). The ‘Academy Award’-winning animated classic is the second-highest-grossing animated movie of all time, making more than US $1.28 billion at the box office.

Family & Personal Life

Edie McClurg has never been married nor is it known who she dated in the past. In February 2019, reports emerged that she is suffering from dementia, rendering it impossible to take care of herself.

It was also reported that a male friend living with her was trying to take advantage. Edie’s niece, cousin, and a friend had appealed to the court to make McClurg’s cousin, Angelique Cabral, her conservator.

Facts About Edie McClurg

Edie McClurg is known for her distinctive voice, which has been featured in numerous animated films and TV shows, including "The Little Mermaid" and "The Jetsons."

In addition to her acting career, McClurg is also a talented writer and has contributed to various publications and websites with her humorous essays and articles.

She is a passionate advocate for animal rights and has been involved in several campaigns to raise awareness about the welfare of animals.

McClurg is a skilled improvisational actress and has showcased her talent in various comedy shows and movies, often bringing a unique and unexpected element to her performances.

Despite her busy schedule, Edie McClurg makes time to engage with her fans and is known for her warm and friendly interactions with them at events and conventions.

Edie McClurg Biography

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Where is Edie McClurg from?

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Is Edie McClurg known for voice acting in animated films?

Does Edie McClurg have a background in improvisational comedy?