Mare Winningham’s Primetime Emmy® nomination as the friendly waitress “Ida” in Mildred Pierce is her sixth nomination. She has won two Emmy Awards, for Amber Waves> and George Wallace, and was nominated for an Academy Award® for her supporting role as Jennifer Jason Leigh’s sister in Georgia. Winningham was a member of the young Hollywood “Brat Pack,” having co-starred in St. Elmo’s Fire with Rob Lowe, Demi Moore and Emilio Estevez. She is also an accomplished singer-songwriter. More about the show at the official Mildred Pierce site.

Mare Winningham
Mare Winningham

Mare Winningham
May 16
Phoenix, Arizona

8 Nominations
2 Emmys


Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie - 2022


Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Miniseries Or A Movie - 2012


Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Miniseries Or A Movie - 2011


Outstanding Guest Actress In A Drama Series - 2004


Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Miniseries Or Movie - 1998






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