Biography and Wiki
Andie MacDowell, born Rosalie Anderson MacDowell on April 21, 1958, is a talented actress and former model known for her captivating performances in both film and television. Her early life and career began in Gaffney, South Carolina, where she developed a passion for modeling and acting.
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| Date of Birth | 21 April 1958 |
| Age | 67 Years |
| Birth Place | Gaffney, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | U.S |
Height, Weight & Measurements
While specific details about her current height and weight are not widely reported, Andie MacDowell is known for her striking appearance, which has been a hallmark of her modeling and acting career.
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Dating & Relationship Status
Andie MacDowell has been married three times: to Paul Qualley, Rhett Hartzog, and most recently, to Kevin Geagan. Her children, Rainey Qualley, Margaret Qualley, and Justin Qualley, are also involved in the entertainment industry, with Margaret being a notable actress.
Pierre MacDowell, a lumber executive who had studied forestry at the University of the South. Her parents called her Rose. She has three older sisters and her ancestry includes Scottish. Her mother was an alcoholic, and her parents divorced when she was six. MacDowell's mother died of a heart attack in 1981 at age 53 after living sober for a year.
When MacDowell was eight, her father remarried; this union lasted until his death. MacDowell graduated from Gaffney High School in 1976, then went on to attend Winthrop University for two years before moving briefly to Columbia, South Carolina.
In 2020, MacDowell starred in the survival thriller television series Wireless and the romantic comedy television film Dashing in December. She later starred opposite Frank Grillo in the Western film No Man's Land and guest-starred an episode of NBC sitcom Mr. Mayor playing a fictionalized version of herself. In 2021, MacDowell starred alongside her daughter, Margaret Qualley, in the Netflix miniseries Maid, playing her mother with an undiagnosed mental health disorder. For her performance, MacDowell received positive reviews from critics, and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Miniseries or Television Film. The following year she appeared in the films Along for the Ride and Good Girl Jane. In 2023 she starred in the comedy-drama film My Happy Ending, playing a famous star who finds herself in a British hospital room with three other women who help her.
MacDowell and Qualley divorced in 1999. Following her divorce from Qualley, MacDowell entered a year-long relationship with actor Dennis Quaid. In 1999, MacDowell reconnected with a former high school classmate, Rhett Hartzog. They married in November 2001, and divorced in October 2004. As of 2013, she resided in Marina del Rey, California. Since 2023, she has resided on the coast of South Carolina.
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| Husband | Paul Qualley (m. 1986-1999) Rhett Hartzog (m. 2001-2004) |
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Net Worth and Salary
Andie MacDowell's net worth is reported to be between $20 million and $25 million, primarily earned through her successful film career and modeling contracts. Notable films include "Sex, Lies, and Videotape," "Green Card," "Four Weddings and a Funeral," and "Multiplicity." Her modeling career, particularly with brands like Calvin Klein, has also contributed significantly to her wealth. Additionally, she has profited from real estate investments, including the sale of a Montana ranch for $7.775 million.
Career, Business and Investments
MacDowell began her career as a model before transitioning to acting. She made her film debut in "Greystroke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes" in 1984 and gained critical acclaim with "Sex, Lies, and Videotape" in 1989. Her breakout roles in "Green Card" and "Four Weddings and a Funeral" cemented her status as a leading actress in romantic comedies. Besides films, she has been involved in various business ventures, including real estate investments and endorsement deals.
In the early 1980s, MacDowell modeled for Vogue magazine and appeared in ad campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, Vassarette, Armani perfume, Sabeth-Row, Mink International, Anne Klein, and Bill Blass. A series of billboards in Times Square and national television commercials for Calvin Klein won attention and led to her 1984 film debut in Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes. In this role, MacDowell's lines were dubbed by Glenn Close because her Southern accent was considered too pronounced for her role as Jane. In 1985, MacDowell filled a supporting role as a doctor in St. Elmo's Fire. In 1988 she made her television debut starring in the Italian miniseries The Secret of the Sahara. Since 1986, MacDowell has appeared in print and television advertisements for cosmetic and haircare company L'Oréal. MacDowell studied method acting with teachers from the Actors Studio in addition to working privately with coaches Harold Guskin and Warren Robertson. Four years later, director Steven Soderbergh cast her in the independent film Sex, Lies, and Videotape (1989). For her breakthrough role as Ann, the repressed married woman, MacDowell received positive reviews from critics. Her performance earned her an Independent Spirit Award, a Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award, and a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress, among other award nominations.
Social Network
Andie MacDowell maintains a presence on social media platforms, where she engages with her fans and shares updates about her personal and professional life. However, specific details about her follower count or engagement metrics are not widely reported.
Education
Andie MacDowell attended Winthrop College in South Carolina, where she studied art. Her early education laid the groundwork for her future in the arts, though she did not complete her degree to pursue modeling and acting.
