Diane Salinger
Biography
Diane Salinger is an American actress and voice actress born on January 25, 1951, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is known for her distinctive character roles across film, television, and stage. Salinger has performed in numerous TV shows, including "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "ER," "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," and "Law & Order." She has also appeared in notable films such as "Pee-wee's Big Adventure," "Batman Returns," and "Ghost World." With a career marked by versatility, Salinger has accumulated 59 known credits. She is a dedicated teacher and director who has founded an acting workshop for at-risk youth and directed theatrical pieces for high-profile audiences.
Career overview
Diane Salinger is an American actress known for her distinctive character roles across film, television, and stage. She has appeared in a variety of notable films, including "Pee-wee's Big Adventure" and "Batman Returns". Salinger's film career has been marked by versatility, with her performances in a range of different genres.
In addition to her film work, Salinger has also had a successful television career. She has appeared in popular TV shows such as "Curb Your Enthusiasm", "ER", "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine", and "Law & Order". Salinger's television work has showcased her ability to adapt to different roles and settings.
Throughout her career, Salinger has demonstrated a range of acting abilities, from comedic to dramatic performances. Her work in film and television has been notable for its nuance and depth, and she has become known for her distinctive character roles. With a career spanning multiple decades, Salinger has established herself as a talented and versatile actress.
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Full Filmography
59 titles- Dante's Inferni (2025) as Speaker – 6th Circle: The Heretics / Medusa
- Things Like This (2025) as Darlene Bat
- Finding Titan: The Making of Creature (2021) as Self
- Slay Belles (2018) as Cherry
- Pee-wee's Big Holiday (2016) as Penny King
- All Hallow's Eve (2016) as Delayna Hallow
- Ovation (2016) as Hildi
- No Deposit (2015) as Gloria Markovitz
- Forever (2015) as Hilary
- Freedom (2014) as Fanny
- Stitch (2014) as Landlady
- First Period (2013) as Ms. Mallow
- Just 45 Minutes from Broadway (2012) as Vivien Cooper Isaacs
- Terri (2011) as Mrs. Vick
- Queen of the Lot (2010) as Hildi
- The Telling (2009) as Alina
- Dark House (2009) as Ms. Janet Darrode
- Rest Stop: Don't Look Back (2008) as The Mother
- 20 Years After (2008) as Margaret
- Rest Stop (2006) as The Mother
- How I Met Your Mother (2005) as Dr. Aurelia
- Love's Long Journey (2005) as Barbara Taylorson
- Carnivàle (2003) as Apollonia
- Almost a Woman (2002) as Mrs. Moore
- Ghost World (2001) as Psychiatrist
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Hilda Morton
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Deborah's Mom
- Strong Medicine (2000) as Diane Winston
- Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue (2000) as Queen Bansheera (voice)
- The Kid with X-Ray Eyes (1999) as Vanessa
- The Auteur Theory (1999) as Jane Holmes-Caprice
- Charmed (1998) as Sea Hag
- Guy (1997) as Gail
- The Scarlet Letter (1995) as Margaret Bellingham
- Last Summer in the Hamptons (1995) as Marian Mora Garfield
- One Night Stand (1995) as Barbara Joslyn
- ER (1994) as Sophie's Mom
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Lupaza
- Power Rangers (1993) as Queen Bansheera (voice)
- The Magic Bubble (1993) as Julia
- Batman Returns (1992) as Penguin's Mother
- Earth and the American Dream (1992) as Reader (voice)
- Stormy Weathers (1992) as Bogey
- Silk Stalkings (1991)
- The Butcher's Wife (1991) as Trendoid
- Law & Order (1990) as Eugenia Rawlings
- Alice (1990) as Carol
- Bird (1988) as Baroness Nica
- The Verne Miller Story (1988) as Mortician's Wife
- Maybe Baby (1988) as Dr. Strauss
- Street of Dreams (1988) as Anne Kepler
- Right to Die (1987) as Betsy
- On Wings of Eagles (1986) as Emily Gaylord
- The Morning After (1986) as Isabel Harding
- Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) as Simone
- Creature (1985) as Melanie Bryce
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Sondra Arthur
- St. Elsewhere (1982) as Valerie Ives
- The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches (1979) as Older Sister / Middle Sister
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Diane Salinger best known for?
Diane Salinger is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Pee-wee's Big Holiday (2016), Terri (2011), It's Garry Shandling's Show (1986), How I Met Your Mother (2005).
When and where was Diane Salinger born?
Diane Salinger was born on January 25, 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
How many credits does Diane Salinger have?
Diane Salinger has accumulated over 59 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1979 to 2025.
What is Diane Salinger's background in cinema and television?
Diane Salinger is an American actress and voice actress born on January 25, 1951, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is known for her distinctive character roles across film, television, and stage. Salinger has performed in numerous TV shows, including "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "ER," "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," and "La...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Charmed (1998) as Sea Hag — aged about 47
- How I Met Your Mother (2005) as Dr. Aurelia — aged about 54
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Deborah's Mom — aged about 49
- Carnivàle (2003) as Apollonia — aged about 52
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Lupaza — aged about 42
- ER (1994) as Sophie's Mom — aged about 43
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