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Darlene Cates

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Darlene Cates

Known For

Acting

Gender

Female

Birthday

Dec 13, 1947 (78 years old)

Place of Birth

Borger, Texas, USA

Biography

Rita Darlene Cates (née Guthrie; December 13, 1947 – March 26, 2017) was an American actress. She became known for her role in the 1993 film What's Eating Gilbert Grape, in which she played the title character's housebound mother.

Known For

Acting
2019BillboardPenny
2014Snow Moon: Cinderella Chronicles SagaQueen Darla
2001Wolf GirlAthena the Fat Lady
1994Touched by an AngelClaudia Bell
1993What's Eating Gilbert GrapeMomma
1992Picket FencesSophie Wallace