Anjelica Huston (born in Santa Monica in 1951) is an American actress, daughter of legendary director John Huston and granddaughter of actor Walter Huston, inheriting a rich cinematic legacy.

She achieved fame and won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in *Prizzi's Honor* (1985), a film directed by her father. Her career is marked by roles of strong, elegant, and often enigmatic women, showcasing remarkable versatility that spans from drama to dark comedy.

She is particularly renowned for portraying the iconic Morticia Addams in *The Addams Family* (1991) and *Addams Family Values* (1993), and the terrifying Grand High Witch in *The Witches* (1990). Her collaborations with director Wes Anderson (*The Royal Tenenbaums*, *The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou*) have solidified her image as a charismatic actress with a commanding screen presence. Her ability to infuse complexity and a touch of mystery into her characters has made her a cinematic icon.