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Sherry Lansing is an American former actress, film studio executive, and philanthropist. She was the first woman to head a major film studio, serving as the president of 20th Century Fox from 1980 to 1983, and as the chairman and CEO of Paramount Pictures from 1992 to 2005. Lansing was born in Chicago, Illinois, to a Jewish family. She attended Northwestern University, where she majored in English and theater. After graduating in 1966, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career. She appeared in several television shows and films, including The Love Boat, The China Syndrome, and The Stepford Wives. In 1980, Lansing was hired as the president of 20th Century Fox, becoming the first woman to head a major film studio. During her tenure, she oversaw the production of such films as The Empire Strikes Back, The Omen, and The French Lieutenant's Woman. In 1992, Lansing was appointed chairman and CEO of Paramount Pictures, where she oversaw the production of such films as Forrest Gump, Braveheart, and Titanic. She retired from Paramount in 2005. In addition to her film career, Lansing is also a philanthropist. She is the founder of the Sherry Lansing Foundation, which supports cancer research, education, and other causes. She is also a board member of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the California Institute of Technology.

Popular As Sherry Lee Heimann
Occupation actress,producer,production_manager
Age 78 years old
Zodiac Sign Leo
Born 31 July 1944
Birthday 31 July
Birthplace Chicago, Illinois, USA
Nationality United States

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Sherry Lansing Height, Weight & Measurements

At 78 years old, Sherry Lansing height is 5' 10" (1.78 m) .

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Height 5' 10" (1.78 m)
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Who Is Sherry Lansing's Husband?

Her husband is William Friedkin (6 July 1991 - present), Michael L. Brownstein (5 July 1964 - 1970) ( divorced)

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Husband William Friedkin (6 July 1991 - present), Michael L. Brownstein (5 July 1964 - 1970) ( divorced)
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Sherry Lansing Net Worth

Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Sherry Lansing worth at the age of 78 years old? Sherry Lansing’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actress. She is from United States. We have estimated Sherry Lansing's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Actress

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2006

Received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 79th Academy Awards on December 16, 2006.

1999

Is a member of the Regents of the University of California. She was appointed in March 1999 to a term expiring in March 2010.

1996

She was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on July 31, 1996.

1995

In "Hollywood Animal: A Memoir", Joe Eszterhas claims that Sherry Lansing, the boss of Paramount Pictures, asked him to issue a statement that he supported Paramount's hiring of William Friedkin as director for his Jade (1995) script. Friedkin was Lansing's husband, and she wanted protection from charges of nepotism. He issued the statement. In truth, Eszterhas did not want the former Oscar-winner, whom he considered a washed-up has-been, to direct the picture, but deferred to Lansing's wishes.

1992

Became chairperson of Paramount Pictures in 1992. Stepped down as chief executive officer in 2005.

1984

In 1984, she joined Stanley R. Jaffe to form the independent production company, named Jaffe-Lansing.

1980

Became the first woman to head a major studio when she took control of 20th Century Fox in 1980.

1975

In 1975 she joined MGM as an executive story editor. Three years later, she was appointed vice president in charge of production at Columbia. With the success that she achieved with a number of profitable movies, she was hired as President of 20th Century-Fox.

1974

In 1974, Sherry joined Talent Associates, as an executive in charge of development.

1971

Began her non-acting Hollywood career as a reader for producer Raymond Wagner in 1971.

1970

Sherry was born in Chicago and pursued an acting career after graduating from Northwestern University. After appearing in two films, Loving (1970) and Rio Lobo (1970), Sherry decided to leave the acting field.

1966

Received her Bachelor of Science degree from Northwestern University (1966) with a Major in Speech and a Minor in Drama. Was a member of the Sigma Delta Tau Sorority. She attended Northwestern with her future husband Michael L. Brownstein.

1962

Attended and graduated from the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools (1962).

1939

The first film she ever saw in a theater was The Wizard of Oz (1939) and she was terrified by the witch.