Linda Kelsey

Linda Jean Kelsey is an American actress best known for her role as Billie Newman on the CBS drama television series Lou Grant (1977–1982). She earned three Golden Globe Award nominations and five Primetime Emmy Award nominations for her performance on the show. Kelsey's career began with stage appearances in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She then landed small roles on television shows like Emergency! and The Rookies, as well as the television movie The Picture of Dorian Gray (1973). Her appearance on an episode of The Mary Tyler Moore Show led to prominent guest appearances on shows like M*A*S*H, The Streets of San Francisco, and The Rockford Files. Kelsey's talent and dedication have made her a respected figure in the entertainment industry.More