Lois Smith

Lois Arlene Smith (née Humbert; born November 3, 1930) is an American character actress with a career spanning eight decades. She made her film debut in the 1955 drama film East of Eden and has since appeared in supporting roles in numerous movies, including Five Easy Pieces (1970), Resurrection (1980), Fatal Attraction (1987), Fried Green Tomatoes (1991), Falling Down (1993), How to Make an American Quilt (1995), Dead Man Walking (1995), Twister (1996), Minority Report (2002), The Nice Guys (2016), Lady Bird (2017), and The French Dispatch (2021). Smith's leading performance in the science-fiction drama film Marjorie Prime earned her critical acclaim and nominations for several awards. She has also had notable roles on TV shows, including a regular cast member in the HBO horror drama True Blood. Smith is widely regarded for her accomplished acting skills and extensive contributions to the entertainment industry.