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Justine Bateman
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Justine Bateman
#### Full Name and Common Aliases
Justine Tanya Bateman is commonly known as Justine Bateman.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: February 19, 1966 (age 57)
No known date of death.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Nationality: American
Profession: Actress, director, author
Early Life and Background
Justine Bateman was born in Rye, New York. She grew up in a show business family with her sister, actress Jennifer Jason Leigh. Justine's parents were actors Ken Bannerman and Victoria Balsley.
Bateman began acting at an early age, appearing in television commercials and stage productions before landing her breakout role on the NBC sitcom "Family" in 1980. The series ran for five seasons until its conclusion in 1985. This exposure led to more significant roles in films like "Teen Wolf Too" (1987), "Scooby-Doo!" (1994), and "Married..." (2014-2015).
Major Accomplishments
During her acting career, Justine Bateman has received multiple award nominations for her performances. Notably, she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series - Drama for her portrayal of Mallory Keaton on the NBC sitcom "Family". Her most notable role to date is likely that of Kim Brady on the ABC sitcom "Some Kind of Trouble" (1984).
Notable Works or Actions
In addition to her acting work, Justine Bateman has made headlines for her personal life. She was married twice: first to actor Jeffrey Prescott from 1993-2001 and then to artist Chad Fleischner from 2015 until their divorce in 2020.
Bateman is also known for writing a memoir called "Facing" (2012), which explores the challenges of navigating fame, relationships, and growing up as an actress. She has spoken publicly about overcoming depression and anxiety.
Impact and Legacy
Justine Bateman's contributions to the entertainment industry have been notable, even if they did not always receive widespread recognition. Her work on "Family" helped pave the way for future female leads in television comedies. The experience she gained from working in Hollywood also equipped her with valuable skills, which she now uses as a director and writer.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Justine Bateman's legacy can be attributed to both her acting work and her personal experiences, which have inspired countless young women who are navigating their own paths in show business. She remains an important figure in Hollywood, inspiring younger generations of actors and entertainers alike.
As a testament to her enduring impact on popular culture, Justine Bateman continues to be widely quoted for her insights into the entertainment industry, as well as for her candid discussions about mental health issues and relationships.
Quotes by Justine Bateman
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Don't feel bad if you never 'get famous.' Don't freak out if you have less than 300 Twitter followers.
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I put my name into the Google search bar. Justine Bateman... And the auto-complete comes up. The auto-complete says that the top option is, 'Justine Bateman looks old.'
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The character - character - of Mallory on 'Family Ties' was a year younger than me. A fictitious year younger than me. So, I am not 21. I am not getting into the club. Boom.
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That first CS class I took, I felt like I was drowning. It's like being taught how to swim by being thrown off deck. The continual self-talk that I have had with myself while I've been here is, pull yourself together and get this done.
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I didn't understand that I couldn't just leave and become sort of a semi-regular. I had to be sat down by the line producer, Carol Himes, in my dressing room and told, 'I hear you're thinking about going to college.'
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I started putting together long-form projects, say, 22 minutes for a sitcom and 42 minutes or something like that for an hour-long show. I didn't feel like it was groundbreaking, nor would anyone think it was groundbreaking now, but at the time, people reacted like it was.
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You get into any club you want, you have backstage passes for any concert you can think of, anywhere. You have access to everything, in the same way a toddler does. Everybody's like, 'Oh come on in!'
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I'm not saying I'm ungrateful for fame at all. I'm just saying it's a crazy emotional experience.
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All I can say, personally, is I have never learned more from an actor that I've worked with than Jeffrey Tambor. And I consider him one of my favorite, most valued people in my life.
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