“I moved to New York in 1980, and I met Beth Henley, who's a marvellous playwright and who I have a real personal and professional association with, in 1982. I met her in a stalled elevator - we were the only two people in there - and she's been one of my very dearest friends since.”

Holly Hunter is an American actress and activist of the late 20th and 21st centuries. She is best known for her critically acclaimed roles in films like *Broadcast News*, *The Piano*, and *The Help*, as well as her work on stage and television. Her career spans both dramatic and comedic performances, with a particular reputation for depth and authenticity.