Valerie Perrine

Valerie Perrine is an American actress known for her roles in numerous films. She gained recognition for her portrayal of Honey Bruce in the 1974 film Lenny, which earned her multiple awards, including the BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles and the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress. Perrine was born in Galveston, Texas, to Winifred 'Renee' and Kenneth I. Perrine, a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army. Her film credits include Superman (1978), The Electric Horseman (1979), and Superman II (1980). Perrine has a diverse ancestral background, with French and Scottish roots.More