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Canadian actresses who were born in 1945

Here are 7 famous actresses from Canada were born in 1945:

Anne Murray

Anne Murray (June 20, 1945 Springhill-) a.k.a. Anne Murrey, Ann Murray, Morna Anne Murray, Murray, Anne, Morna Anne Murray CC ONS, Annie or Annie Murray is a Canadian singer, actor, author and teacher. Her children are called William Langstroth and Dawn Langstroth.

Anne Murray grew up in a small town in Nova Scotia, Canada, where she began singing in church choirs and performing at local events. In 1965, she graduated from University of New Brunswick and moved to Toronto to pursue her music career. Her first hit single, "Snowbird," was released in 1970, and she went on to become one of the most successful Canadian artists of all time, with numerous hits throughout the 1970s and 1980s.

Aside from her music career, Murray has also acted in television shows and movies, including a critically acclaimed role in the 1999 film "Martha, Inc." She has written an autobiography, "All of Me," and a children's book, "Buffalo in the House." In 2007, she was made a Companion of the Order of Canada for her contributions to Canadian culture, and in 2011, she was inducted into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame.

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Joy Fielding

Joy Fielding (March 18, 1945 Toronto-) a.k.a. Joy Tepperman is a Canadian writer, novelist, screenwriter, author and actor. Her children are called Annie and Shannon.

Fielding began her career as an actress in the early 1970s, appearing in various Canadian television shows and films. However, she soon turned her attention to writing and published her first novel, "The Best of Friends," in 1972. She has since gone on to write over 25 novels, many of which have been international bestsellers.

Fielding's novels often explore themes of family, relationships, and the dark secrets that can lurk beneath seemingly perfect lives. Some of her most popular works include "The Other Woman," "See Jane Run," and "Lost."

In addition to her writing, Fielding has also worked as a screenwriter and producer, adapting some of her own novels for television movies. She has been recognized with numerous awards for her writing, including the Arthur Ellis Award for Best Crime Novel and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal.

Fielding continues to live and work in Toronto, Canada, where she is active in various literary organizations and continues to write and publish novels.

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Luba Goy

Luba Goy (November 8, 1945 Haltern-) also known as Royal Canadian Air Farce, The Royal Canadian Air Farce, Air Farce or Люба Ґой is a Canadian actor, voice actor, screenwriter and comedian.

Born in Germany to Ukrainian parents who were displaced during World War II, Luba Goy immigrated to Canada with her family when she was just three years old. She grew up in Toronto and began her career in entertainment as a member of the improvisational theatre group, The Second City. Goy went on to become a regular cast member on the popular sketch comedy series, The Royal Canadian Air Farce, which aired for over 20 years. She has also appeared in numerous films and television shows, including The Littlest Hobo, The Red Green Show and Corner Gas. In addition to her acting work, Goy is a renowned voice actor and has lent her voice to various animated series, video games and commercials. She is also a highly regarded writer and has received several awards for her comedic writing. Goy continues to perform on stage and screen, and is recognized as one of Canada's most beloved comedians.

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Dini Petty

Dini Petty (January 15, 1945 Kingston upon Thames-) is a Canadian radio personality, actor, presenter and tv personality. Her child is called Nicholas Petty.

Dini Petty began her career in radio in the late 1960s, hosting a morning show in Ottawa. She later moved to Toronto where she became a popular television personality, hosting her own talk show, "The Dini Petty Show," from 1984 to 1999. During her time as a television host, Petty interviewed many famous guests including Elizabeth Taylor, Tom Cruise, and Madonna.

Aside from her work in radio and television, Petty has also acted in several movies and television shows. She has also authored two books, including a memoir entitled "Dini: Petty As I Am."

Petty is known for her philanthropic work, particularly her support of Easter Seals Ontario. She was named a member of the Order of Canada in 1998 in recognition of her contributions to the entertainment industry and her charitable work.

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Melanie Morse MacQuarrie

Melanie Morse MacQuarrie (June 13, 1945 London-February 1, 2005 Montague) a.k.a. Melanie Morse, Melanie Virginia Sydney Morse, Big Mel or Melanie Virginia Sydney Morse MacQuarrie was a Canadian actor. She had two children, Vanessa Root Archer and Megan MacQuarrie.

MacQuarrie began her acting career in the 1970s, appearing in various Canadian television shows and films. She gained popularity for her role as Clara Potts in the Canadian drama series "Sons and Daughters" in 1981. In 1993, she received a Gemini Award for her role in the TV series "Street Legal."

Aside from acting, MacQuarrie was also known for her involvement in the arts community in Prince Edward Island, where she founded the Island Media Arts Cooperative. She also worked as a multimedia artist, filmmaker, and writer, and her work was exhibited in various galleries and festivals.

MacQuarrie passed away in 2005 at the age of 59, leaving behind a legacy in both the entertainment industry and the arts community.

Paule Baillargeon

Paule Baillargeon (July 19, 1945 Rouyn-Noranda-) is a Canadian film director, screenwriter and actor.

Baillargeon began her career as an actor in the late 1960s, appearing in theatre productions and on television. She later transitioned into filmmaking, writing and directing several acclaimed documentaries and fiction films that tackled social and political themes, particularly those related to feminism and Quebec nationalism. Some of her notable works include the documentary "L'Isle-aux-Coudres" (1971), which won the Prix du Québec for best film and launched her career as a filmmaker, "La cuisine rouge" (1979), a feminist comedy about a group of working-class women who open a restaurant, and "Gina" (1997), a portrait of a woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery after a traumatic event. Baillargeon continues to be an influential figure in Canadian cinema and is known for her bold and unapologetic approach to tackling difficult subjects in her work.

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Nanette Workman

Nanette Workman (November 20, 1945 Brooklyn-) otherwise known as Nanette Joan Workman is a Canadian author, singer-songwriter and actor. She has one child, Jesse Workman.

Nanette Workman's career in music began in the 1960s as a backup singer for various artists such as The Rolling Stones, Joe Cocker, and Leonard Cohen. She eventually released her own solo albums in the 1970s and became one of the most successful English-language singers in Quebec. Workman's music encompasses a variety of genres such as rock, blues, funk, and disco.

Aside from music, Workman has also acted in numerous films and TV shows in both English and French. She has written two novels, "Sur la Ligne Noire" and "Danser, Penser, Chanter." Workman is fluent in both English and French and has been heavily involved in promoting bilingualism in Quebec.

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