Born to socialite Frances Ford Seymour and actor Henry Fonda, she made her screen debut in the romantic comedy Tall Story (1960). She rose to prominence acting in the comedies Cat Ballou (1965), Barefoot in the Park (1967), Barbarella (1968), Fun with Dick and Jane (1977), California Suite (1978), The Electric Horseman (1979), and 9 to 5 (1980).

Jane Fonda is an American actress best known for her acting career, political activism and aerobic-exercise videos. The daughter of acclaimed actor Henry Fonda, the actress has won two Oscars.

Jane Fonda (born December 21, 1937, New York, New York, U.S.) is an actress and political activist who first gained fame in comedic roles but later established herself as a serious actress, winning Academy Awards for her work in Klute (1971) and Coming Home (1978).

Jane Fonda is a legendary actress, activist, and fitness icon who has been in the spotlight for over six decades. Loading audio... Born into a Hollywood dynasty, she followed in the footsteps of her father, Henry Fonda, and became one of the most acclaimed and versatile stars of her generation.