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Susan Sullivan
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Sullivan in March 2010
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| Born | November 18, 1942 New York City, U.S.
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| Alma mater | Hofstra University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1964–present |
| Partner(s) | Connell Cowan |
Susan Sullivan is an American actress. She was born on November 18, 1942. She is well-known for her many roles on TV shows. Some of her most famous characters include Lenore Curtin Delaney in Another World, Maggie Gioberti Channing in Falcon Crest, Kitty Montgomery in Dharma & Greg, and Martha Rodgers in Castle. She was even nominated for an Emmy Award for her role in Julie Farr, M.D. and a Golden Globe for Dharma & Greg.
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Susan Sullivan's Acting Journey
Early Life and Education
Susan Sullivan was born in New York City. Her parents were Helen and Brendan Sullivan. She grew up on Long Island in Freeport. She finished Freeport High School in 1960. Later, she earned a degree in drama from Hofstra University in 1964.
Starting Her Career
Susan began her acting career in the 1960s. She appeared in a Broadway play called Jimmy Shine with Dustin Hoffman. In 1969, she signed a contract with Universal Studios. This led to her guest-starring on several TV series. During this time, she also started acting in daytime soap operas.
Famous Roles on Television
Susan Sullivan took on many memorable roles throughout her career.
- Another World: From 1971 to 1976, she played Lenore Moore Curtin Delaney on the soap opera Another World.
- The Incredible Hulk: In 1977, she played Dr. Elaina Marks in the pilot episode of The Incredible Hulk.
- Julie Farr, M.D.: She starred as Dr. Julie Farr in the series Having Babies from 1978 to 1979. This role earned her an Emmy nomination.
- It's a Living: In 1980, she appeared in the sitcom It's a Living as Lois Adams.
- Falcon Crest: One of her most well-known roles was Maggie Gioberti in the CBS drama Falcon Crest. She joined the show in 1981 and stayed until 1989. This series was very popular.
- Dharma & Greg: From 1997 to 2002, Susan played Kitty Montgomery in the sitcom Dharma & Greg. She was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for this role.
- Castle: From 2009 to 2016, Sullivan co-starred in the TV series Castle. She played Martha Rodgers, the mother of the main character. Martha's acting career on the show was a bit like Susan's own.
Susan also appeared in many other TV shows and films. These include My Best Friend's Wedding (1997), Justice League, Brothers & Sisters, Two and a Half Men, and The Kominsky Method.
Personal Life
In 2023, Susan Sullivan was diagnosed with lung cancer. She had surgery to remove it.
Filmography
Susan Sullivan has appeared in many movies and TV shows. Here are some of them:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1967 | The Winter's Tale | Perdita | Television film |
| 1968 | Macbeth | Third Witch | Television film |
| 1970 | The Best of Everything | April Morrison | Series regular |
| 1970–1971 | A World Apart | Nancy Condon | Series regular (324 episodes) |
| 1971–1976 | Another World | Lenore Moore Curtin Delaney | Series regular (221 episodes) |
| 1972 | Between Time and Timbuktu | Nancy | Television film |
| 1975 | Medical Center | Joanna Courtney | Episode: "No Hiding Place" |
| S.W.A.T. | Julia | Episode: "The Vendetta" | |
| McMillan & Wife | Maggie Arnaud | Episode: "Requiem for a Bride" | |
| Petrocelli | Janet Wilson | Episode: "Too Many Alibis" | |
| 1976 | Barnaby Jones | Ruth Sorrell | Episode: "Deadline for Dying" |
| Bert D'Angelo/Superstar | Sharon Andress | Episode: "Scag" | |
| Bell, Book and Candle | Rosemary | Television film | |
| 1976–1977 | Kojak | Carol Krug Kelly McCall |
2 episodes |
| Rich Man, Poor Man Book II | Maggie Porter | Series regular (20 episodes) | |
| 1977 | The City | Carol Carter | Television film |
| The Incredible Hulk | Dr. Elaina Marks | Television pilot | |
| Roger & Harry: The Mitera Target | Cindy St. Claire | Television film | |
| The Magnificent Magical Magnet of Santa Mesa | C.B. Macauley | Television film | |
| Having Babies II | Dr. Julie Farr | Television film | |
| 1978 | Barnaby Jones | Linda Gates | Episode: "Final Judgment |
| Julie Farr, M.D. | Dr. Julie Farr | Series regular (7 episodes) Nominated – Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series |
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| Deadman's Curve | Rainbow | Television film | |
| Having Babies III | Dr. Julie Farr | Television film | |
| The Comedy Company | Linda Greg | Television film | |
| Killer's Delight | Dr. Carol Thompson | ||
| The New Maverick | 'Poker' Alice Ivers | Television film | |
| 1979 | Breaking Up Is Hard to Do | Diane Sealey | Television film |
| The Love Boat | Dr. Emily Bradford | Episode: "Doc, Be Patient" | |
| 1980 | Taxi | Nora Chandliss | Episode: "What Price Bobby?" |
| Marriage Is Alive and Well | Sara Fish | Television film | |
| The Ordeal of Dr. Mudd | Frances Mudd | Television film | |
| City in Fear | Madeleine Crawford | Television film | |
| 1980–1981 | It's a Living | Lois Adams | Series regular (13 episodes) |
| 1981 | Fantasy Island | Dorothy Nicholson | Episode: "Perfect Husband, The/Volcano" |
| 1981–1989 | Falcon Crest | Maggie Gioberti Channing | Series regular (207 episodes) Nominated - Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Actress in a Leading Role: Prime Time (1988–89) |
| 1983 | Cave-In! | Senator Kate Lassiter | Television film |
| 1986 | Rage of Angels: The Story Continues | Mary Beth Warner | Television film |
| 1990 | Doctor Doctor | Laura Stratford | Episode: "Family Affair" |
| 1991 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Ruthless Reporter | Twyla Cooper | Television film |
| 1994 | A Perfect Stranger | Kaye | Television film |
| 1994–1995 | The George Carlin Show | Kathleen Rachowski | Recurring role (7 episodes) |
| 1995 | The Monroes | Kathryn Monroe | Series regular (8 episodes) |
| 1997 | My Best Friend's Wedding | Isabelle Wallace | |
| Two Came Back | Patricia Clarkson | Television film | |
| 1997–2002 | Dharma & Greg | Kitty Montgomery | Series regular (119 episodes) Nominated – Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Miniseries or Television Film (1999) Viewers for Quality Television Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (1998, 2000) |
| 2001 | Puzzled | Anabel Norton | |
| 2001–2002 | Justice League | Hippolyta (voice) | 3 episodes |
| 2003 | Dead Like Me | Mary Kate Hourihan | Episode: "Business Unfinished" |
| I'm with Her | Rosalyn | Episode: "Meet the Parent" | |
| 2004 | Joan of Arcadia | Rich Woman God | Episode: "The Gift" |
| 2005 | Judging Amy | Patricia Millhouse | 2 episodes |
| Justice League Unlimited | Hippolyta (voice) | Episode: "The Balance" | |
| 2005–2006 | Hope & Faith | Nancy Lombard | Recurring role (4 episodes) |
| 2006 | Two and a Half Men | Dorothy | Episode: "Walnuts and Demerol" |
| 2006–2007 | The Nine | Nancy Hale | Recurring role (7 episodes) |
| 2007 | Brothers & Sisters | Miranda Jones | Episode: "Game Night" |
| 2009–2016 | Castle | Martha Rodgers | Series regular (173 episodes) |
| 2017 | The Real O'Neals | Victoria Murray | Episode: "The Real Secrets" |
| 2017–2020 | Big Hero 6: The Series | Mrs. Frederickson (voice) | 4 episodes |
| 2018 | The Amaranth | Patsy Howard | |
| 2018–2019 | The Kominsky Method | Eileen | Recurring role (8 episodes) |
| 2018–2020 | Last Man Standing | Bonnie | Recurring role (5 episodes) |
| 2021–2023 | Smartphone Theatre | Bevi | 2 episodes |
| 2022 | The Drop | Lex's Mom | |
| Diary of a Spy | S | ||
| The Grotto | Lila Kendall |
See also
In Spanish: Susan Sullivan para niños
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