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‘90s Actress From Iconic Movie Series, 66, Looks Ageless During Rare Public Appearance
'90s Actress From Iconic Movie Series, 66, Looks Ageless During Rare Public Appearance originally appeared on Parade.
Veteran actress Wendy Makkena made a radiant appearance at the Sunderland Shorts Film Festival last month, standing out at the premiere of her latest project.
Dressed with effortless style and confidence in a black outfit with a wide-brimmed cream-colored hat, the Sister Act star, 66, captivated festival-goers and photographers alike with her ageless appearance—even moreso due to the rarity of the public outing.
At the film festival—an acclaimed BIFA-qualifying event marking its 10th anniversary—Whispers of Freedom—in which she plays Karin Gueffroy—had its world premiere on May 16, with Makkena among the key cast present.
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Makkena first captured audiences' hearts in the 1992 smash hit Sister Act, playing Sister Mary Robert, the soulful voice shy nun who was a notable character in what became one of the most beloved comedy-musicals of the era. She reprised the role in Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit a few years later and remains best known for those performances.
Beyond the beloved film series starring , Makkena has amassed an impressive filmography, including roles like Jackie Framm, the mother of the basketball-playing dog star, in the fan-favorite Air Bud (1997) film series, Camp Nowhere (1994), State of Play (2009), Rabbit Hole (2010), and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019), showcasing her range from family films to intense dramas.
She's also featured in numerous TV roles, including a standout arc in The Mob Doctor, earning her status as a respected figure on both the small and big screens.
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'90s Actress From Iconic Movie Series, 66, Looks Ageless During Rare Public Appearance first appeared on Parade on Jun 23, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
