Laura Innes

Television actress and director

Laura Innes - Television actress and director
Born

August 16th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An accomplished television actress and director, notable for the role of Dr. Kerry Weaver in the medical drama series 'ER'. In addition to acting, also directed numerous episodes of various television series. Contributed to significant projects in both acting and directing capacities.

Played Dr. Kerry Weaver in 'ER'

Directed multiple episodes of 'The West Wing'

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