Guide Note: Mary Tyler Moore, an Academy Award-nominated and seven-time Emmy Award winning American actress and comedian, best known for her starring roles as Mary Richards in The Mary Tyler Moore Show from 1970–1977, and Laura Petrie on The Dick Van Dyke Show from 1961–1966. She was also nominated for an Oscar for her film performance in Ordinary People. She has also been an active activist with causes such as diabetes and animal rights.
Fast Facts:
- Born: December 29, 1936
- Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York
- Spouse(s) Robert Levine (1983-present), Grant Tinker (1962-1981), Richard Meeker (1955-1961)
- Won People's Choice Awards in 1976, 1977, 1978, and 1979 for "Favorite Female TV Performer"
- Nominated for 14 Emmy Awards, winning 6 times
- Winner of 3 Golden Globe Awards
- Co-founder of Broadway Barks
- International Chairman for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International