Barbara Niven
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 26, 1953 in Portland, Oregon, USA
- Active Years
- 1986–2026 (41 Years)
- Total Credits
- 97 credits in database
Biography
Barbara Niven is an American actress. Born on February 26, 1953, in Portland, Oregon, USA, she is known for her performances in Hallmark and Lifetime movies, as well as television roles and independent films. Niven has also worked as a writer and producer. She is a motivational speaker, media trainer, and animal rights activist, serving as a National Ambassador for American Humane. With a career spanning numerous credits, Niven has established herself as a versatile and accomplished actress. Her work has been recognized through her association with various media outlets, including Hallmark and Lifetime.
Career overview
Barbara Niven is an American actress known for her performances in various film and television projects. She has appeared in numerous Hallmark and Lifetime movies, as well as independent films. Her acting credits span multiple genres, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
Throughout her career, Niven has accumulated a significant number of acting credits, totaling 97 known credits. Her work in film and television has been well-received, with her performances often garnering attention from audiences and critics alike. As a seasoned actress, Niven has demonstrated her ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and projects.
Niven's extensive experience in the entertainment industry has also led to her involvement in other creative pursuits. She is also a writer and producer, further expanding her influence in the world of film and television. Her dedication to her craft has resulted in a substantial body of work, cementing her position as a respected and accomplished actress in the industry.
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Full Filmography
97 titles- Paris is Always a Good Idea (2026) as Sherrie
- Sugar & Vice: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2026) as Delores Swensen
- Best Served Cold: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2026) as Delores Swensen
- The Christmas Baby (2025) as Betty Mitchell
- Reality Bites: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2025) as Delores Swensen
- Pie To Die For: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2025) as Delores Swensen
- One Bad Apple: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2024) as Delores Swensen
- A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2024) as Delores Swensen
- Leah's Perfect Gift (2024) as Barbara
- A Zest For Death: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2023) as Delores Swensen
- The Last Word (2023) as Jillian Harper
- Carrot Cake Murder: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2023) as Delores Swensen
- Ms. Christmas Comes to Town (2023) as Gayle
- North to Home (2022) as Suzanne
- Christmas at the Golden Dragon (2022) as Jane
- The Christmas Contest (2021) as Donna
- Crossword Mysteries: Riddle Me Dead (2021) as Candace
- Crossword Mysteries: Terminal Descent (2021) as Aunt Candace
- Sweet Revenge: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2021) as Delores Swensen
- Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver (2020) as Aunt Candace
- Christmas in Evergreen: Bells Are Ringing (2020) as Carol Shaw
- USS Christmas (2020) as Elizabeth
- Love Takes Flight (2019) as Virginia Beauman
- Love on the Menu (2019) as Andrea
- Christmas In Evergreen: Tidings of Joy (2019) as Carol Shaw
- Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For (2019) as Aunt Candace
- Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder (2019) as Aunt Candace
- Christmas in Evergreen: Letters to Santa (2018) as Carol Shaw
- Murder, She Baked: Just Desserts (2017) as Delores Swensen
- Christmas in Evergreen (2017) as Carol
- Campfire Kiss (2017) as Beverly
- Habeas Corpus: The Making of 'Psycho Cop Returns' (2017) as Self
- Chesapeake Shores (2016) as Megan O'Brien
- Murder, She Baked: A Deadly Recipe (2016) as Delores Swensen
- Murder, She Baked: A Peach Cobbler Mystery (2016) as Delores Swensen
- Murder, She Baked: A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery (2015) as Delores Swensen
- Murder, She Baked: A Plum Pudding Mystery (2015) as Delores Swensen
- A Christmas Detour (2015) as Susan Collins
- Hamlet's Ghost (2015) as Sarah Goodman
- Suburban Gothic (2014) as Eve
- Being Us (2014) as Julie
- Meth Head (2013) as Madelaine
- A Perfect Ending (2012) as Rebecca Westridge
- Gabe the Cupid Dog (2012) as Ms. Andrews
- My Mother's Secret (2012) as Evelyn Wells
- Home Invasion (2012) as Tricia Patterson
- Parks and Recreation (2009) as June Hartwell
- Summer's Blood (2009) as Gaia Hoxey
- Accused at 17 (2009) as Claire Werner
- Heat Wave (2009) as Gouverneur Carol Quinlan
- Eli Stone (2008) as Ellen Wethersby
- Moonlight & Mistletoe (2008) as Ginny
- Black Widow (2008) as Tiffany Collins
- Dead at 17 (2008) as Alyssa Harris
- Short Track (2008) as Audrey Beckett
- Redline (2007) as Sally Martin
- McBride: Semper Fi (2007) as Claire Whitman
- A Valentine Carol (2007) as Jackie Marley
- Mystery Woman: Wild West Mystery (2006) as Annie
- All You've Got (2006) as Peggy McDonald
- Double Cross (2006) as Suzanne Debson
- Murder in My House (2006) as Lauren Kessler
- Hell's Kitchen (2005) as Self - Restaurant Patron
- Back to You & Me (2005) as Connie Murray
- Stranger in My Bed (2005) as Christine Goudet
- Chasing Ghosts (2005) as Patricia King
- The Perfect Neighbor (2005) as Donna Germaine
- Tiger Cruise (2004) as Kate Dolan
- The Drone Virus (2004) as Dr. Sloan
- NCIS (2003) as Elaine Burns
- Las Vegas (2003) as Alice Gold
- A Carol Christmas (2003) as Sexy TV Star
- Alone with a Stranger (2000) as Sandy Kennington
- Charmed (1998) as Helen Jenkins
- The Rat Pack (1998) as Marilyn Monroe
- Serial Killing 101 (1998) as Donna Noland
- I Married a Monster (1998) as Linda
- Pensacola: Wings of Gold (1997) as Kate
- Breast Men (1997) as Cindy
- Doublecross on Costa's Island (1997) as Veronica
- Foxfire (1996) as Goldie's Stepmother
- Forest Warrior (1996) as Stacy Franklin
- Humanoids from the Deep (1996) as Fran Taylor
- Depraved (1996) as Monica Stienman
- Lone Tiger (1996) as Jane Costello
- Under Lock and Key (1995) as Tina Lam
- The Sister-in-Law (1995) as Ashley Hawkins
- Taken Alive (1994) as Veronica
- Psycho Cop Returns (1993) as Sharon
- Illegal Entry: Formula for Fear (1993) as Pamela Raby
- Wings (1990) as Susan
- Hired to Kill (1990) as Sheila
- Fatal Encounter (1990) as Laura Hart
- My Two Dads (1987) as Veronica Miles
- Promise (1986) as Joan
- It Happened at Christmas
- Cooked to Death: A Hannah Swensen Mystery as Delores Swensen
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Barbara Niven best known for?
Barbara Niven is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Paris is Always a Good Idea (2026), Sugar & Vice: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2026), Best Served Cold: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2026), The Christmas Baby (2025).
When and where was Barbara Niven born?
Barbara Niven was born on February 26, 1953 in Portland, Oregon, USA.
How many credits does Barbara Niven have?
Barbara Niven has accumulated over 97 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 2026.
What is Barbara Niven's background in cinema and television?
Barbara Niven is an American actress. Born on February 26, 1953, in Portland, Oregon, USA, she is known for her performances in Hallmark and Lifetime movies, as well as television roles and independent films. Niven has also worked as a writer and producer. She is a motivational speaker, media trainer, and animal rights...
Barbara Niven by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Charmed (1998) as Helen Jenkins — aged about 45
- Parks and Recreation (2009) as June Hartwell — aged about 56
- Taken Alive (1994) as Veronica — aged about 41
- Reality Bites: A Hannah Swensen Mystery (2025) as Delores Swensen — aged about 72
- Chesapeake Shores (2016) as Megan O'Brien — aged about 63
- NCIS (2003) as Elaine Burns — aged about 50
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