Madeleine Stowe Mora was born on August 18, 1958, in Los Angeles, California. Her father, Robert Stowe, was a civil engineer, and her mother, Mireya Mora Stowe, immigrated from Costa Rica. Stowe initially pursued a career as a concert pianist, dedicating years of training. However, she later shifted her focus to acting.
Stowe began her acting career with guest appearances on television shows in the late 1970s and early 1980s. She honed her skills in various television movies and series before transitioning to film.
Stowe gained prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s with roles in several successful films. Her notable film credits include:
In addition to her film work, Stowe has also had a significant television career. She is perhaps best known for her role as Victoria Grayson in the ABC drama series Revenge (2011-2015). For this role, she received a Golden Globe Award nomination.
Stowe’s performance in Short Cuts earned her a Golden Globe Award and a Volpi Cup at the Venice Film Festival as part of the ensemble cast. She received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in Re