Harriet Sansom Harris
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  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1955-01-08
    • Born Place: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
  • Also Known As:

    Harriet Harris

Harriet Sansom Harris

Harriet Sansom Harris is a distinguished American actress, widely recognized for her exceptional work across stage, film, and television, often portraying characters with sharp wit, a formidable presence, and a touch of eccentricity. Born on January 8, 1955, in Fort Worth, Texas, Harris began her theatrical training at a young age, ultimately attending the prestigious Juilliard School in New York.After graduating from Juilliard, she honed her craft with John Houseman's touring repertory company, The Acting Company, performing in classical productions. Her career quickly blossomed in theater, leading to successful Broadway and Off-Broadway runs. A significant turning point in her stage career was her role in Paul Rudnick's "Jeffrey," which brought her critical acclaim and opened doors to television opportunities.Harris is perhaps best known to television audiences for her memorable recurring roles: as the deliciously conniving and chain-smoking agent Bebe Glazer on the hit sitcom "Frasier," and as the enigmatic and vengeful Felicia Tilman on "Desperate Housewives." She also had notable roles in series like "The 5 Mrs. Buchanans," "Drunk History," and more recently earned an Emmy nomination for her guest appearance on "Hacks."On the big screen, Harris has showcased her versatility in films such as "Addams Family Values," "Memento," "Nurse Betty," "Phantom Thread," "Licorice Pizza," and "Magazine Dreams."Her extensive stage career has garnered her significant accolades, including a Tony Award in 2002 for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance as Mrs. Meers in "Thoroughly Modern Millie." She has also received multiple Drama Desk Award nominations for her work in theater. Harriet Sansom Harris continues to be a highly respected and in-demand character actress, known for her distinctive voice, impeccable comedic timing, and ability to elevate any role she takes on.

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