10 of Karen Black’s Most Memorable Performances Performances include roles alongside Jack Nicholson and Dennis Hopper Michael Balderston August 8, 2013 @ 4:26 PM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email The Great Gatsby (1974) Before Baz Luhrmann's take on Fitzgerald's classic novel, Black starred as Myrtle Wilson with Bruce Dern, Robert Redford and Mia Farrow. Read Next Met Gala 2025 Red Carpet: Colman Domingo, Zendaya, Diana Ross and More Look Superfine in Tailored Fashion | Photos Comments