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Among them were Best Revival of a Play and Best Supporting Actress for Laurie Metcalf, known for her role in the series "Roseanne."
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The critically hailed revival of ‘Death of a Salesman’ wins TK Tony Awards, including best revival and best featured actress in a play for Laurie Metcalf.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Or as Laurie Metcalf’s Weed makes clear in her hilarious monologue before the Central Park gig.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Ministerial ethics watchdog Sir Laurie Magnus said he had "allowed a perception of impropriety to develop" and "failed to uphold the standards expected in the rules".
From BBC • May 19, 2026
“Most remarkable children I ever saw. Which is which?” and Laurie bent like a well-sweep to examine the prodigies.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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