Dana Delany
Biography
Dana Welles Delany, born on March 13, 1956, is an acclaimed American actress with a prestigious career spanning film, television, and theater. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Colleen McMurphy in ABC's "China Beach," which aired from 1988 to 1991. Additionally, she is celebrated for her role as Katherine Mayfair in the hit series "Desperate Housewives" from 2007 to 2010 and as Megan Hunt in "Body of Proof," which has been on the air since 2011. Delany is also a talented voice actress, famously lending her voice to Lois Lane in the DC Animated Universe and in the animated series "The Batman." In various interviews, she has expressed a passion for playing "complicated characters," showcasing her preference for roles with depth and complexity. Since the late 1970s, Delany has been an active presence in the entertainment industry, earning numerous awards and accolades for her work. Her versatility and commitment to her craft have cemented her status as a prominent figure in Hollywood.
Filmography
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Resurrection (1999)
1999 • Clare Miller
Exit to Eden
1994 • Lisa Emerson
Masquerade (1988)
1988 • Anne Briscoe
Drunkboat
2012 • Eileen
The Batman/Superman Movie: World's Finest
1997 • Lois Lane (voice)
The Fan
1981
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm
1993 • Andrea Beaumont / Chimera (voice)
Patty Hearst
1988 • Gelina
Baby for Sale
2004 • Nathalie Johnson
Light Sleeper
1992 • Marianne Jost
Freelancers
2012 • Lydia Vecchio
Tombstone
1993
The Union
2024
Wide Awake
1998 • Mrs. Beal
Fly Away Home
1996 • Susan Barnes
The Enemy Within
1994 • Betsy Corcoran
A Beautiful Life
2009 • Anne
Donato and Daughter
1993 • Lt. Dena Donato
Housesitter
1992 • Becky Metcalf
PoliWood
2009
The Right Temptation
2000 • Anthea Farrow-Smith
The Patron Saint of Liars
1998 • Rose Cleardon Abbott