All About Laura Dern’s Parents, Oscar-Nominated Actors Bruce Dern and Diane Ladd

Bruce Dern and Diane Ladd, both Oscar-nominated actors, met and fell in love while performing in an off-Broadway production. They married in 1960 and had two daughters: Diane Elizabeth, who tragically died at 18 months old in a pool accident, and Laura Dern, born in 1967. The couple divorced in 1969, largely due to the grief from losing their first child. Laura Dern was primarily raised by her mother and grandmother, though she maintained a relationship with her father. Both Bruce Dern and Diane Ladd had successful acting careers, with Laura often spending time on their film sets, which sparked her own desire to act. Despite her parents' encouragement to pursue other professions, Laura eventually entered the acting world. The family has a strong connection to their craft, with Bruce and Diane enjoying successful careers in film and television. Laura also achieved significant recognition for her acting. The... download the app to read more