Kimberly Scott
Biography
Kimberly Aileen Scott, born 11 December 1961 in Kingsville, Texas, is an American actress. She earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her work in the 1988 production Joe Turner’s Come and Gone. Scott’s film credits include The Abyss, Gross Anatomy, The Waterdance, Drop Zone, The Velocity of Gary, K‑PAX, I Am Sam, Impostor, The United States of Leland, Guess Who, World Trade Center, Love & Other Drugs and Respect (2020). She has worked repeatedly with director Joel Schumacher, appearing in Flatliners (1990), Falling Down and The Client. Notably, she is the only actress to appear in two Batman films—Batman Forever and Batman & Robin—as different characters. Her professional listings record 62 credited roles.
Career overview
Kimberly Aileen Scott was born on 11 December 1961 in Kingsville, Texas, United States. She is a female American actress whose professional credits number more than sixty, as recorded by The Movie Database. Early in her career she earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her work in the 1988 production of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone.
Scott’s film work includes roles in The Abyss, Gross Anatomy, The Waterdance, Drop Zone, The Velocity of Gary, K‑PAX, I Am Sam, Impostor, The United States of Leland, Guess Who, World Trade Center, Love & Other Drugs, and Respect (2020). She frequently collaborates with director Joel Schumacher, appearing in his films Flatliners (1990), Falling Down, and The Client. Notably, she is the only actress to have appeared in two Batman movies— Batman Forever and Batman & Robin—portraying different characters in each.
In addition to her extensive filmography, Scott has performed in numerous television productions, contributing further to her reputation as a versatile and prolific actress. Her career spans several decades and showcases a broad range of genres and roles across both the big screen and television.
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65 titles- Respect (2021) as Mama Franklin
- Bob Hearts Abishola (2019) as Ogechi
- Love & Other Drugs (2010) as Gail
- World Trade Center (2006) as Sergeant King
- Medium (2005) as Coroner
- Guess Who (2005) as Kimbra
- Touched (2005) as Gladys
- Wonderfalls (2004) as Officer Hale
- The United States of Leland (2003) as Myra
- Santa, Jr. (2002) as Mrs. Taylor
- K-PAX (2001) as Joyce Trexler
- I Am Sam (2001) as Gertie
- Impostor (2001) as Comms Officer
- The Brothers (2001) as Redena's Mom
- The Sleepy Time Gal (2001) as Emergency Room Nurse
- Strong Medicine (2000) as Mrs. Rose Jenkins
- Soul Food (2000) as Alderman Teresa Davis
- Get Your Stuff (2000) as Gloria
- Providence (1999) as Nina Barnett
- Family Law (1999) as Carla Turner
- Once and Again (1999)
- The '60s (1999) as Althea Taylor
- The Velocity of Gary (1999) as Nurse Adams
- The '60s (1999) as Althea Taylor
- Bellyfruit (1999) as Carmen Duncan
- Will & Grace (1998) as Author
- Sweet Jane (1998) as Dr. Gordon
- In Quiet Night (1998) as Vinette
- The Practice (1997) as Principal Paula Richardson
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1997) as Gwen
- Batman & Robin (1997) as Observatory Associate
- Toothless (1997) as Gwen
- Everybody Loves Raymond (1996) as Miss Purcell
- 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996) as Emily
- 7th Heaven (1996) as Greta
- JAG (1995) as Lisa Viola
- The Parent 'Hood (1995)
- Batman Forever (1995) as Margaret
- ER (1994) as Sandy's Mother
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Kimberly Barnett
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Enshake
- Sister, Sister (1994) as Prof. Weaver
- The Client (1994) as Doreen
- Drop Zone (1994) as Joanne
- Father and Scout (1994) as Francine
- Green Dolphin Beat (1994) as Carter
- Boy Meets World (1993) as Sonja
- Falling Down (1993) as Detective Jones
- Caught in the Act (1993) as Wilson
- Under Pressure: Making 'The Abyss' (1993) as Self
- The Waterdance (1992) as Alice
- The Commish (1991)
- The Commish (1991) as Lucille Carter
- The Commish (1991) as Lucille
- The Commish (1991) as Lucille (uncredited)
- Locked Up: A Mother’s Rage (1991) as Sherisse
- Prison Stories: Women on the Inside (1991) as Stacey
- Flatliners (1990) as Winnie Hicks
- Shannon's Deal (1990)
- Shannon's Deal (1990) as Julia
- Downtown (1990) as Christine Curren
- Stolen: One Husband (1990)
- The Abyss (1989) as Lisa 'One Night' Standing
- MacGyver (1985) as Mama Lorraine
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Nominee
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kimberly Scott best known for?
Kimberly Scott is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Respect (2021), Bob Hearts Abishola (2019), Love & Other Drugs (2010), World Trade Center (2006).
When and where was Kimberly Scott born?
Kimberly Scott was born on December 11, 1961 in Kingsville, Texas, USA.
How many credits does Kimberly Scott have?
Kimberly Scott has accumulated over 65 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2021.
What is Kimberly Scott's background in cinema and television?
Kimberly Aileen Scott, born 11 December 1961 in Kingsville, Texas, is an American actress. She earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her work in the 1988 production Joe Turner’s Come and Gone. Scott’s film credits include The Abyss, Gross Anatomy, The Waterdance, Drop Zone, The Velocity...