Lillian Lehman facts for kids

Lillian Lehman is an American actress known for her many roles in television shows and movies. She has been acting since 1968.

Early Life and Education

Lillian Lehman was born in Oak Hill, Alabama. Her father was a Lutheran minister. When she was five years old, her family moved to Buffalo, New York.

Lillian went to Kent State University. While she was there, she was named "actress of the year." Later, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in theatre from California State University, Northridge. She also became a professor of theatre there.

Acting Career

Lillian Lehman has had a long and successful career in acting. She has appeared in many popular TV shows and films.

Television Roles

On television, Lillian Lehman played several important characters. She was Lena Hart in the soap opera Sunset Beach. She also played nurse Carol Williams on Emergency! and Letty Gilmore on Fay. Fans of General Hospital might remember her as Dr. Joyce Meadows.

She also had many guest roles on TV shows. She appeared in Magnum P.I., ER, and Cold Case. She was also in episodes of Seinfeld and Married... with Children.

Lillian Lehman often played judges on television. She had a recurring role as Judge Mary Harcourt on L.A. Law. She also played Judge Tiano on The Closer. You might have seen her as a judge in shows like The Division, Sparks, and JAG.

Film Appearances

Lillian Lehman has also acted in movies. Some of her film roles include Defending Your Life and Evan Almighty.