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From Soaps to Stardom: Margaret Colin's Iconic Roles
3 Feb
Summary
- Starred opposite Will Smith in Independence Day, playing Constance Spano.
- Portrayed Eleanor Waldorf on Gossip Girl for five seasons.
- Began career on 'As the World Turns' and 'The Edge of Night'.
Margaret Colin, a 67-year-old actress, has built a remarkable career in Hollywood, gracing both television and film. She first gained recognition playing Margo Montgomery on the soap opera 'As the World Turns' from 1980 to 1983, following an earlier role on 'The Edge of Night'.
Her transition to primetime television included roles in 'Magnum PI' and 'Chicago Hope'. Colin achieved widespread fame with her role as White House Communications Director Constance Spano in the 1996 blockbuster 'Independence Day,' starring alongside Will Smith. She also appeared in 'The Devil's Own' with Brad Pitt and Harrison Ford in 1997.
From 2007 to 2012, Colin played the memorable character Eleanor Waldorf, mother of Blair Waldorf, in the popular teen drama 'Gossip Girl.' Her extensive filmography also features appearances in 'Pretty in Pink,' 'Something Wild,' and 'First Daughter.' More recently, she has appeared in 'Veep' and 'Blue Bloods.'
Colin met her husband, actor Justin Deas, on the set of 'As the World Turns.' They married in January 1988 and have two sons. Her career continues to be marked by diverse and impactful performances across genres.
