Dana Delany
Biography
Dana Delany is a multi-talented American actress. Born on March 13, 1956, in New York City, New York, USA, she has been active in the entertainment industry since the late 1970s. Delany is known for her work in various film, stage, and television projects. She has appeared in numerous roles, including those on China Beach, Desperate Housewives, and Body of Proof. Delany has also provided voice acting for several animated productions. As a versatile actress, she has demonstrated her ability to portray complex characters. With over 112 known credits, Delany has established herself as a prominent figure in the acting world.
Career overview
Dana Delany is a multi-talented American actress known for her work in film, stage, and television. She has been active in the entertainment industry since the late 1970s. Delany's acting credits span multiple genres and formats, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
Delany has appeared in various television series, including roles on ABC's China Beach, Desperate Housewives, and Body of Proof. Her portrayal of complex characters has been a hallmark of her career, as she herself has stated in an interview. In addition to her live-action work, Delany has also lent her voice to animated projects, including the DC Animated Universe and The Batman.
Delany's extensive body of work includes over 112 known credits, demonstrating her dedication to her craft and her ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and formats. With a career spanning several decades, Delany has established herself as a respected and accomplished actress in the entertainment industry. Her contributions to film, stage, and television have been notable, and her continued work in the industry has solidified her position as a talented and accomplished performer.
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- The Union (2024) as Nicole
- Kevin Conroy: I Am the Knight (2023) as Self
- Tulsa King (2022) as Margaret Devereaux
- Troy (2022) as Dee
- Stars in the House (2020) as Self
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self - Guest
- The Other Two (2019) as Emily Overruled
- The Code (2019) as Colonel Eisa Turnbull
- Mayans M.C. (2018) as Patricia Devlin
- Literally, Right Before Aaron (2017) as Wendy (Allison's Mom)
- Bull (2016) as Assistant US Attorney Sylvia Banner
- Hand of God (2014) as Crystal Harris
- Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox (2013) as Lois Lane (voice)
- Freelancers (2012) as Lydia Vecchio
- Drunkboat (2012) as Eileen
- Body of Proof (2011) as Dr. Megan Hunt
- The Talk (2010) as Self
- Camp Hell (2010) as Patricia Leary
- Firebreather (2010) as Margaret Rosenblatt (voice)
- Multiple Sarcasms (2010) as Annie
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (2009) as Self - Guest
- Castle (2009) as Jordan Shaw
- The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien (2009) as Self - Jeopardy Contestant
- PoliWood (2009) as Self
- A Beautiful Life (2009) as Anne
- Annul Victory (2009) as Self
- Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2008) as Vilsi Vaylar (voice)
- Route 30 (2008) as Amish Martha
- Kidnapped (2006) as Ellie Cain
- Superman: Brainiac Attacks (2006) as Lois Lane (voice)
- James Ellroy: American Dog (2006) as Self
- Related (2005) as Francesca Sorelli
- Kojak (2005)
- Getting to Know You (2005) as Marla
- Desperate Housewives (2004) as Katherine Mayfair
- Boston Legal (2004) as Samantha Fleming
- Battlestar Galactica (2004) as Sesha Abinell
- The L Word (2004) as Senator Barbara Grisham
- Justice League Unlimited (2004) as Loana (voice)
- Justice League Unlimited (2004) as Lois Lane (voice)
- The Batman (2004) as Lois Lane (voice)
- Baby for Sale (2004) as Nathalie Johnson
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Guest
- Open House (2003) Co-Executive Producer
- A Time to Remember (2003) as Britt Calhoun
- Spin (2003) as Margaret
- Presidio Med (2002) as Dr. Rae Brennan
- Conviction (2002) as Martha
- The Making of 'Tombstone' (2002) as Self
- Mother Ghost (2002) as Karen Bennett
- Justice League (2001) as Lois Lane (voice)
- Justice League (2001) as Lois Lane / Maggie Sawyer (voice)
- Pasadena (2001) as Catherine McAllister
- Final Jeopardy (2001) as Alexandra Cooper
- Final Jeopardy (2001) Executive Producer
- The Right Temptation (2000) as Anthea Farrow-Smith
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Carolyn Spencer
- Family Law (1999) as Mary Sullivan
- The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn (1999) as Self - Guest
- Sirens (1999) as Sally Rawlings
- Resurrection (1999) as Clare Miller
- The Curve (1998) as Dr. Ashley
- The Patron Saint of Liars (1998) as Rose Cleardon Abbott
- Wide Awake (1998) as Mrs. Beal
- Rescuers: Stories of Courage - Two Couples (1998) as Johtje Vos
- Louise Brooks: Looking for Lulu (1998) as Herself - Actress
- The View (1997) as Self
- True Women (1997) as Sarah McClure
- The Batman/Superman Movie: World's Finest (1997) as Lois Lane (voice)
- Superman: The Animated Series (1996) as Lois Lane (voice)
- Fly Away Home (1996) as Susan Barnes
- Wing Commander Academy (1996) as Gwen 'Archer' Bowman (voice)
- Superman: The Last Son of Krypton (1996) as Lois Lane (voice)
- For Hope (1996) as Hope Altman
- Live Nude Girls (1995) as Jill
- Choices of the Heart: The Margaret Sanger Story (1995) as Margaret Sanger
- Duckman (1994) as Dr. Susan Fox (voice)
- Exit to Eden (1994) as Lisa Emerson
- The Enemy Within (1994) as Betsy Corcoran
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Guest
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993) as Self - Guest
- Intimate Portrait (1993) as Self
- Fallen Angels (1993) as Helen Fiske
- Tombstone (1993) as Josephine
- Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) as Andrea Beaumont (voice)
- Wild Palms (1993) as Grace Wyckoff
- Donato and Daughter (1993) as Lt. Dena Donato
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992) as Self - Guest
- The Larry Sanders Show (1992) as Dana Delany
- Housesitter (1992) as Becky Metcalf
- Light Sleeper (1992) as Marianne Jost
- The Earth Day Special (1990) as Doctor
- A Promise to Keep (1990) as Jane Goodrich
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988) as Self
- China Beach (1988) as Colleen McMurphy
- China Beach: Pilot (1988) as Colleen McMurphy
- Patty Hearst (1988) as Gelina
- Masquerade (1988) as Anne Briscoe
- Moon Over Parador (1988) as Jenny
- thirtysomething (1987)
- Sweet Surrender (1987) as Georgia Holden
- A Winner Never Quits (1986) as Nora
- Where the River Runs Black (1986) as Sister Ana
- Liberty (1986) as Moya Trevor
- Moonlighting (1985) as Jillian Armstrong
- Almost You (1985) as Susan McCall
- Threesome (1984) as Laura Shaper
- The Streets (1984) as Jeannie
- Cheers (1982) as Susan Metheny
- Late Night with David Letterman (1982) as Self - Guest
- The Fan (1981) as Saleswoman in Record Store
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Cynthia Farrell
- Love of Life (1951) as Amy Russell
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Host / Nominee
- The Basics of Philosophy as Gloria