Kathy Bates

An iconic powerhouse of both directing and acting, Kathy Bates was born in 1948 in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. Bates, active in the film industry since the 1970s, has primarily worked in drama, comedy, and horror genres, and is most renowned for her works like 'Misery', for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress, and 'American Horror Story', a television series that showcased her versatility. Her directorial style is noted for its immersive storytelling, rich character development, and a knack for eliciting powerful performances from her actors.

From the heart, Kathy Bates is not just a director, but a storyteller who vividly brings characters to life, making audiences feel a spectrum of emotions with her masterful storytelling.