Debra Winger is an American actress who has been in the entertainment industry since the 1970s. She is best known for her roles as a 'winger' actress, which means she often plays characters that are strong-willed and independent. She has starred in films such as An Officer and a Gentleman, Terms of Endearment, and Urban Cowboy. Her performance in An Officer and a Gentleman earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. She has also won several Golden Globe Awards and has been nominated for numerous other awards.