Olympia Dukakis- actor - The daughter of Greek immigrants, Dukakis earned her degree from Boston University and worked as a physical therapist while pursuing a stage career. Notable films include Cloudburst, Away from Her, Moonstruck, Steel Magnolias, Mr. Holland's Opus and Mighty Aphrodite.Known for her strength and wit, Dukakis won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance as Rose Castorini in Moonstruck in 1987. She was also nominated for an Emmy for her performance as Anna Madrigal in the public television miniseries Tales of the City.A veteran of the stage, some credits include
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