Desperate Housewives (TV) Cast
The cast of Desperate Housewives. Updated on October 3, 2025.
471 actors
Teri Hatcher
as Susan Mayer (179 episodes)

Teri Hatcher portrays Susan Mayer in Desperate Housewives. Susan is a divorced mother and an artist who often finds herself involved in various humorous and chaotic situations. She is known for her determination, quirky personality, and her close friendships with the other women on Wisteria Lane.

Felicity Huffman
as Lynette Scavo (179 episodes)

Felicity Huffman plays the role of Lynette Scavo, a former career-oriented businesswoman who gave up her job to be a full-time mother to her four children. Lynette is known for her strong-willed nature, resilience, and her struggle to balance her role as a mother with her own desires and ambitions.

Marcia Cross
as Bree Van de Kamp (179 episodes)

Marcia Cross portrays Bree Van de Kamp, a perfectionist and meticulous homemaker who takes pride in her immaculate house and reputation. Bree is known for her strong personality, determination, and her complicated relationships with her family members and neighbors.

Eva Longoria
as Gabrielle Solis (179 episodes)

Eva Longoria brings to life the character of Gabrielle Solis, a former model and fashionista who is married to Carlos Solis, played by Ricardo Chavira. Gabrielle is known for her glamorous lifestyle, affair-ridden relationships, and her journey towards personal growth and self-discovery.

Ricardo Chavira
as Carlos Solis (179 episodes)

Ricardo Chavira plays the role of Carlos Solis, Gabrielle's wealthy and powerful husband. Throughout the series, Carlos experiences ups and downs in his marriage and professional life, often keeping secrets and facing the consequences of his actions.

Nicollette Sheridan
as Edie Britt (110 episodes)

Nicollette Sheridan portrays Edie Britt, a seductive and manipulative neighbor on Wisteria Lane. Edie is known for her provocative behavior, frequent romantic entanglements, and her ability to stir up drama among the other residents of the neighborhood.

Doug Savant
as Tom Scavo (177 episodes)

Doug Savant brings life to the character of Tom Scavo, Lynette's husband. Tom is a loving father to their children and works hard to provide for his family. Throughout the show, he faces challenges in his marriage and career that test his character and commitment.

Mark Moses
as Paul Young (73 episodes)

Mark Moses portrays Paul Young, a mysterious and enigmatic character who is involved in several of the show's central mysteries. Paul is known for his troubled past, complicated relationships with the other characters, and the secrets he holds about the events in Wisteria Lane.

Alfre Woodard
as Betty Applewhite (31 episodes)
James Denton
as Mike Delfino (179 episodes)
Steven Culp
as Rex Van De Kamp (31 episodes)
Kyle MacLachlan
as Orson Hodge (90 episodes)
Brenda Strong
as Mary Alice Young (179 episodes)
Dana Delany
as Katherine Mayfair (65 episodes)
Darcy Rose Byrnes
as Penny Scavo (46 episodes)
Vanessa Williams
as Renee Perry (46 episodes)
Neal McDonough
as Dave Williams (24 episodes)
Cody Kasch
as Zach Young (58 episodes)
Shawn Pyfrom
as Andrew Van de Kamp (95 episodes)
Charles Mesure
as Ben Faulkner (23 episodes)
Jesse Metcalfe
as John Rowland (28 episodes)
Madison De La Garza
as Juanita Solis (29 episodes)
Andrea Bowen
as Julie Mayer (111 episodes)
Charlie Carver
as Porter Scavo (62 episodes)
Max Carver
as Preston Scavo (40 episodes)
Richard Burgi
as Karl Mayer (41 episodes)
Kevin Rahm
as Lee McDermott (44 episodes)
Drea de Matteo
as Angie Bolen (23 episodes)
Josh Henderson
as Austin McCann (23 episodes)
Joshua Logan Moore
as Parker Scavo (24 episodes)
Kendall Applegate
as Penny Scavo (24 episodes)
Jonathan Cake
as Chuck Vance (24 episodes)
Mason Vale Cotton
as M.J. Delfino (25 episodes)
Maiara Walsh
as Ana Solis (23 episodes)
Chris Johnson
as (4 episodes)
Timothy Davis-Reed
as (4 episodes)
Dayna Devon
as (4 episodes)
Tom Virtue
as (4 episodes)
Ashley Rose Orr
as Julie's Friend #2 (4 episodes)
Ryan O'Neal
as (4 episodes)
Marlee Matlin
as (4 episodes)
Joel McKinnon Miller
as (4 episodes)
Daniel Roebuck
as (4 episodes)
Branscombe Richmond
as (4 episodes)
Tanja Reichert
as (4 episodes)
Greg Germann
as Jim Halverson (4 episodes)
María Conchita Alonso
as (4 episodes)
Deborah Theaker
as (4 episodes)
Jack Guzman
as (4 episodes)
Lindsay Hollister
as (4 episodes)
Mike Hagerty
as (4 episodes)
Melanie Chartoff
as (4 episodes)
Jazzmun
as (4 episodes)
Lisa Banes
as (4 episodes)
Rick Scarry
as (4 episodes)
Maile Flanagan
as (4 episodes)
Allison Miller
as (4 episodes)
Alison La Placa
as (4 episodes)
P.J. Byrne
as (4 episodes)
Marla Sokoloff
as Claire (12 episodes)
Charlie Babcock
as (20 episodes)
Lynn Redgrave
as Dahlia Hainsworth (1 episode)
Peri Gilpin
as Maggie Gilroy (1 episode)
Jake Cherry
as Travers McLain (6 episodes)
William Ragsdale
as (1 episode)
Julia Campbell
as (1 episode)
Polly Bergen
as (8 episodes)
Jodi Carlisle
as (2 episodes)
Norma Maldonado
as (1 episode)
Carrie Preston
as Lucy (1 episode)
Richard Chamberlain
as Glenn (1 episode)
Barry Nolan
as (1 episode)
J.C. MacKenzie
as (1 episode)
Archie Kao
as (1 episode)
Celia Weston
as (1 episode)
Amy Honey
as (1 episode)
Michelle Marsh
as (1 episode)
Bridget Flanery
as (1 episode)
Lesley Boone
as (2 episodes)
Stephen Ford
as (1 episode)
Swoosie Kurtz
as (1 episode)
Kathy Najimy
as (1 episode)
Lamont Thompson
as (1 episode)
Elizabeth Storm
as (8 episodes)
Ion Overman
as (3 episodes)
Joyce Van Patten
as (8 episodes)
Jennifer Lyons
as (8 episodes)
Ron Roggé
as Middle Aged Man (1 episode)
Lee Garlington
as (4 episodes)
Alan Baltes
as (4 episodes)
Hamilton Camp
as Brian Linder (4 episodes)
Kyle T. Heffner
as Head Volunteer (4 episodes)
Karen Austin
as (4 episodes)
Steve Tom
as (4 episodes)
Andy Umberger
as (4 episodes)
Bill Goldberg
as (4 episodes)
Joy Bisco
as (12 episodes)
Maree Cheatham
as (4 episodes)
Julianna McCarthy
as (4 episodes)
Elizabeth Sung
as (4 episodes)
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