Rare Sighting of 'Annie' Star Aileen Quinn

Aileen Quinn, renowned for her iconic portrayal of the titular orphan in the 1982 film "Annie," was recently sighted in Los Angeles at 54 years old. Quinn, who secured the role at just nine years old after auditioning for nearly a year against thousands of hopefuls, continues to embrace her signature red hair. While she wore a wig for the film, she has maintained red locks throughout her career, now favoring a longer, straighter style with bangs.

Following her breakout performance, "Annie" received two Academy Award and two Golden Globe nominations, though the film itself had a mixed reception. Quinn's career extended to the stage and television, and she has also ventured into academia as a theatre professor. Her performances on the "Annie" soundtrack, particularly "It's The Hard Knock Life," have remained popular, with Jay-Z sampling the song in 1998.

The actress was observed sporting a vibrant red-and-black floral minidress, a black denim jacket, and open-toe heels, accessorized with a sparkling purple cane. Quinn, originally from Yardley, Pennsylvania, began her dance training at age four and grew up in Far Hills, New Jersey, where she engaged in community theater. Her career has seen her return to recording music and guest star on television shows like "Will & Grace."