Theresa Russell

Theresa Lynn Russell (Paup; born March 20, 1957) is an American actress known for her versatile performances in over 50 feature films. Born and raised in San Diego, Russell's career spans over four decades and includes a wide range of roles in mainstream, independent, and experimental films. She started her career as a model and gained recognition after being cast in Elia Kazan's The Last Tycoon (1976). Notable films in her filmography include the critically-acclaimed crime drama Straight Time (1978) opposite Dustin Hoffman and Nicolas Roeg's controversial thriller Bad Timing (1980). Russell has collaborated with Roeg on multiple projects and has established herself as a talented and versatile actress in the industry.