Few performers in entertainment history have achieved the lasting impact and cross-generational appeal of Ann-Margret. A dynamic force in film, television, music, and live performance for more than six decades, Ann-Margret remains one of Hollywood’s most celebrated and versatile stars.
Born Ann-Margret Olsson in Valsjöbyn, Sweden, she emigrated to the United States as a child and quickly demonstrated extraordinary talent as a singer and performer. Her breakthrough came in the early 1960s with a recording contract and a series of film roles that showcased her electrifying screen presence. She rose to prominence with standout performances in films such as Bye Bye Birdie and Viva Las Vegas, the latter opposite Elvis Presley, cementing her status as a pop culture phenomenon.
Throughout the 1970s, Ann-Margret earned critical acclaim for her dramatic performances, including Academy Award–nominated roles in Carnal Knowledge and Tommy. Her work in Grumpy Old Men and its sequel in the ’90s introduced her to new generations of audiences, highlighting her enduring charm and comedic timing.
A multi-award-winning performer, Ann-Margret has received five Golden Globe Awards, Emmy Awards, and numerous other honors recognizing her contributions to film, television, and music. In addition to her acting achievements, she has maintained a successful recording career spanning genres from pop to gospel, earning Grammy nominations and critical praise.
Her legacy has been formally recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and induction into multiple entertainment halls of fame. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Ann-Margret is admired for her resilience, longevity, and dedication to her craft.
Today, Ann-Margret stands as a timeless symbol of talent, glamour, and versatility—an artist whose influence continues to resonate across generations.
Ann-Margret will receive the Plaza Classic Award for Lifetime Achievement, and appear with Bye Bye Birdie at 7 pm Friday, July 17 and Tommy at 3:30 pm Saturday, July 18 in the Plaza Theatre.
