Mary Jo Deschanel

Mary Jo Deschanel is an American actress known for her roles in the film The Right Stuff (1983) and the television series Twin Peaks (1990-1991). Born as Mary Josephine Weir, Deschanel has a diverse ancestry including Irish, French, Swiss, Dutch, and English. Her notable film appearances include portraying Annie Glenn in The Right Stuff and Betty Fernandez in 2010: The Year We Make Contact. In addition to her film work, Deschanel played the role of Eileen Hayward in Twin Peaks and appeared in the TV series House as Julia Kutner. With a career spanning several decades, Deschanel has established herself as a versatile and talented actress in both film and television.