Mary Woronov — Biography
Mary Woronov has carved out a unique niche in Hollywood as an actress, author, and artist known for her distinctive figurative paintings. Her name is synonymous with the world of cult cinema, thanks largely to her collaborations with Andy Warhol and her memorable performances in Roger Corman's boundary-pushing films. Her extensive filmography boasts more than 80 titles, and she has also graced the stages of Lincoln Center and numerous off-Broadway venues. Television audiences have also seen her frequently in popular American series like Charlie's Angels and Knight Rider.
A frequent and celebrated collaborator was her friend Paul Bartel, with whom she starred in 17 films. Their on-screen chemistry often saw them portraying a married couple. Woronov's artistic journey began at Cornell University in the early 1960s, where she studied sculpture. It was there she connected with artist Gerard Malanga, who served as Andy Warhol's assistant. This connection opened the door for Woronov to become an integral part of Warhol's celebrated Factory, leading to her participation in many of his films and her recognition as one of his "Superstars."
She also found herself a dancer in Warhol's groundbreaking multimedia event, the Exploding Plastic Inevitable, which featured performances by the Velvet Underground. During these happenings, Woronov was famously seen wielding a whip during renditions of the song "Venus In Furs." As the decades progressed, Woronov solidified her status as a leading lady in cult cinema throughout the 1970s, 80s, and 90s, starring in iconic films such as Death Race 2000, Rock and Roll High School, Eating Raoul, Chopping Mall, Night of the Comet, and The Devil's Rejects.
A frequent and celebrated collaborator was her friend Paul Bartel, with whom she starred in 17 films. Their on-screen chemistry often saw them portraying a married couple. Woronov's artistic journey began at Cornell University in the early 1960s, where she studied sculpture. It was there she connected with artist Gerard Malanga, who served as Andy Warhol's assistant. This connection opened the door for Woronov to become an integral part of Warhol's celebrated Factory, leading to her participation in many of his films and her recognition as one of his "Superstars."
She also found herself a dancer in Warhol's groundbreaking multimedia event, the Exploding Plastic Inevitable, which featured performances by the Velvet Underground. During these happenings, Woronov was famously seen wielding a whip during renditions of the song "Venus In Furs." As the decades progressed, Woronov solidified her status as a leading lady in cult cinema throughout the 1970s, 80s, and 90s, starring in iconic films such as Death Race 2000, Rock and Roll High School, Eating Raoul, Chopping Mall, Night of the Comet, and The Devil's Rejects.
