Janine Turner
Janine Turner rose to fame as Maggie O'Connell in "Northern Exposure", captivating audiences with her natural acting and profound character portrayals.
TV Actress
December 6, 1962
62
American actress Janine Turner is best known for her roles as Maggie O’Connell in “Northern Exposure,” Jessie Deighan in “Cliffhanger,” and Katie McCoy in “Friday Night Lights.” She has also appeared in “Steel Magnolias,” “Dr. T and the Women,” and various TV shows and movies.
Turner’s career spans over four decades, with notable achievements including two Golden Globe Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. She has also received two Academy Award nominations and a BAFTA Award nomination.
Beyond acting, Turner is a producer, director, and environmentalist. She founded the Turner Foundation, which supports environmental education and conservation. Turner is also a licensed pilot and a vegetarian.