Susan Abigail Sarandon (born October 4, 1946) is an American actress and activist. Known for her portrayals of strong-willed women, she has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award.
Sarandon began her acting career in the 1970s, appearing in a number of low-budget films. Her breakthrough role came in 1975, when she starred in the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show. She went on to star in a number of successful films, including Atlantic City (1980), Thelma & Louise (1991), Lorenzo's Oil (1992), Dead Man Walking (1995), and Stepmom (1998).
In addition to her film work, Sarandon has also starred in a number of television shows. She won a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in the miniseries Bernard and Doris (2000), and she has also been nominated for Emmys for her work in the shows Friends (1999), Malcolm in the Middle (2002), and Feud: Bette and Joan (2017).
Sarandon is a vocal activist for a number of causes, including social justice, environmental protection, and peace. She has been arrested on several occasions for her activism, and she has been a vocal critic of the United States government.
Sarandon is a talented and versatile actress who has starred in a wide range of films and television shows. She is a role model for many young women, and she is an inspiration to millions of people around the world.