► Welcome to today's video, where we bring you 10 surprising facts about Hollywood actress Kathy Bates.
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#1. Kathy Bates Worked as a Shoe Saleswoman Before She Became an Actress
Before Kathy Bates started her career in acting, she worked in a variety of jobs, including as a shoe saleswoman. According to Bates, she worked at a department store in New York City, where she helped customers find the perfect pair of shoes.
#2. Kathy Bates Was a Stand-Up Comedian in the 1980s
In the 1980s, Kathy Bates performed as a stand-up comedian at various clubs in Los Angeles. According to Bates, she enjoyed making people laugh and found it to be a good way to overcome her shyness. However, she eventually realized that she preferred acting to stand-up comedy and began to focus more on that.
#3. She Is an Accomplished Stage Actress
While Kathy Bates is best known for her work in film and television, she is also an accomplished stage actress. She has appeared in numerous productions on and off Broadway, including "Night, Mother," "Fifth of July," and "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune.
#4. She Was Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer in 2003
In 2003, Kathy Bates was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She underwent surgery and chemotherapy, and is now cancer-free. Since her diagnosis, she has been an advocate for ovarian cancer awareness and research.
#5. She Directed an Episode of 'Six Feet Under'
In addition to her work as an actress, Kathy Bates has also directed several episodes of television shows. In 2004, she directed an episode of the HBO series "Six Feet Under." Bates has said that she enjoys directing because it allows her to see the big picture and to work with actors in a different way.
#6. She Won Both an Oscar and an Emmy for Playing the Same Character
Kathy Bates won an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of Annie Wilkes in the 1990 film "Misery." She later won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie for playing the same character in the 1995 television adaptation of "Stephen King's The Stand." Bates is one of only a few actors to have won both an Oscar and an Emmy for playing the same character.
#7. Kathy Bates Joins Cast of American Horror Story for Third Season.
In March 2013, it was confirmed that she would be joining the cast of the popular television series, "American Horror Story," for its third season.
#8. Kathy Bates Has a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 2003, Kathy Bates received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in recognition of her contributions to the entertainment industry. Her star is located at 6927 Hollywood Boulevard.
#9. She Has a Degree in Theater
Before she began her acting career, Kathy Bates earned a degree in theater from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. She later studied acting at the Actors Studio in New York City.
#10. She Is an Animal Lover
Kathy Bates is an animal lover and has been involved in various animal rights and welfare causes over the years.
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