American actress Annette Bening has racked up a plethora of awards and nominations during her 40-year career, including a BAFTA, Tony Award nominations, and several nominations at the Academy Awards. Originally a child from the Midwest, she moved to California with her family in elementary school. There, she instilled a love for the arts, and she grew up to receive her undergraduate degree in Theater Arts. She began her theater career, like many other actors, performing the Shakespearean classics, but eventually made her way to Broadway and the movie world.