Theresa Saldana
Biography
Theresa Saldana was an American actress known for her work in film and television. Born on August 20, 1954, in Brooklyn, New York, she appeared in various movies and television shows throughout her career. Some of her notable roles include Lenore La Motta in the 1980 film Raging Bull and a part in the 1980 film Home Movies. She also starred as herself in the 1984 television biographical drama film Victims for Victims: The Theresa Saldana Story. Saldana's work in the television series The Commish earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in 1994.
Career overview
Theresa Saldana was an American actress known for her work in film and television. She appeared in a number of notable films, including Raging Bull, a 1980 feature film in which she played the part of Lenore La Motta. She also appeared in I Wanna Hold Your Hand, a 1980 ensemble film directed by Robert Zemeckis, and Home Movies, a 1980 film directed by Brian De Palma.
Saldana's television work included a role as Rachel Scali in the 1990s television series The Commish. She received a Golden Globe nomination for her performance in this series. Saldana also appeared in a biographical film about her own life, Victims for Victims: The Theresa Saldana Story, which aired on NBC in 1984. In this film, she played herself.
Theresa Saldana's acting credits include work in film and television. Her known credits number 41. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, and died on June 6, 2016, at the age of 61.
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Full Filmography
41 titles- Gang Warz (2004) as Carmela Cruz
- Illusion Infinity (2004) as Maria
- The Bernie Mac Show (2001) as Lydia
- Ready to Run (2000) as Sonja Ortiz
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Mother (voice)
- The Time Shifters (1999) as Cortez
- Carlo's Wake (1999) as Theresa Brock
- Martial Law (1998) as Maria Hamilton
- The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996) as Estella (voice)
- She Woke Up Pregnant (1996) as DA Doris Cantore
- Jonny Quest vs. the Cyber Insects (1995) as Dr. Eve Belage
- Diagnosis: Murder (1993) as Kirsten Foxx
- Shameful Secrets (1993) as Rachel Morales
- The Commish (1991) as Rachel Scali
- Captain Planet and the Planeteers (1990) as Mame Slaughter (voice)
- Angel Town (1990) as Maria
- Of Men and Angels (1989) as Maria Montoya
- The Night Before (1988) as Rhonda
- Double Revenge (1988) as Angie Corello
- The Highwayman (1987) as Angela Brown
- Matlock (1986) as Sonia Cardenas
- MacGyver (1985) as Maria
- The Twilight Zone (1985) as Inez (segment "Dead Woman's Shoes")
- Hunter (1984) as Jennifer Hartman
- Tales from the Darkside (1984) as Audrey Webster
- The Evil That Men Do (1984) as Rhiana Hidalgo / Nancy
- Victims for Victims: The Theresa Saldana Story (1984) as Theresa Saldana
- Cagney & Lacey (1982) as Dr. Strathmore
- T. J. Hooker (1982) as Maria Santini
- American Playhouse (1982) as Pregnant Again
- Simon & Simon (1981) as Mrs. Karnofsky
- Falcon Crest (1981) as Pretty Woman
- Nurse (1981) as Rita
- Raging Bull (1980) as Lenore
- Defiance (1980) as Marsha
- Home Movies (1980) as Judy
- Sophia Loren: Her Own Story (1980) as Maria Scicolone
- 240-Robert (1979) as Rosie
- I Wanna Hold Your Hand (1978) as Grace Corrigan
- Nunzio (1978) as Maryann
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Nominee
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Theresa Saldana best known for?
Theresa Saldana is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Bernie Mac Show (2001), Batman Beyond (1999), Wag the Dog (1997), The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996).
When and where was Theresa Saldana born?
Theresa Saldana was born on August 20, 1954 in Brooklyn, New York, USA. They passed away on June 6, 2016.
How many credits does Theresa Saldana have?
Theresa Saldana has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 2004.
What is Theresa Saldana's background in cinema and television?
Theresa Saldana was an American actress known for her work in film and television. Born on August 20, 1954, in Brooklyn, New York, she appeared in various movies and television shows throughout her career. Some of her notable roles include Lenore La Motta in the 1980 film Raging Bull and a part in the 1980 film Home Mo...
Theresa Saldana by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Mother (voice) — aged about 44
- Raging Bull (1980) as Lenore — aged about 25
- MacGyver (1985) as Maria — aged about 30
- The Twilight Zone (1985) as Inez (segment "Dead Woman's Shoes") — aged about 30
- The Highwayman (1987) as Angela Brown — aged about 32
- The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest (1996) as Estella (voice) — aged about 41
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