Was Dana Delany in Boston legal? What movies has Dana Delaney been in?

Dana Welles Delany is an American actress. After appearing in small roles early in her career, Delany received her breakthrough role as Colleen McMurphy on the ABC television drama China Beach (1988–1991), for which she received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 1989 and 1992.

Delany graduated from Wesleyan University in 1978 with a degree in theater. After graduating, she moved to New York City and began her acting career. She appeared in several off-Broadway productions, and she also had small roles in films and television shows.

After China Beach ended in 1991, Delany continued to appear in films and television shows. She starred in the films Light Sleeper (1992), Tombstone (1993), Exit to Eden (1994), and The Margaret Sanger Story (1995). She also had recurring roles on the television shows The L Word (2004–2009) and Desperate Housewives (2004–2007).

In addition to her acting career, Delany is also a writer and producer. She has written several articles and essays, and she has also produced several films and television shows. She is also a vocal advocate for women’s rights and has spoken out against sexual harassment and assault.

Yes, Dana Delany was in Boston Legal. She guest-starred in the episode “Truth Be Told” in the first season. She played Samantha Fleming, the wife of mayoral candidate Jack Fleming (Brian Kerwin).

In the episode, Samantha seeks the help of Alan Shore (James Spader) when her husband’s bid for Boston’s highest office is threatened by dirty politics just days before the election. Alan’s tactics put him on a collision course with the city’s new power elite.

Delany’s performance in the episode was well-received by critics. The AV Club said that she “brought a welcome dose of gravitas to the proceedings.” TV Guide said that she “gave a strong performance as a woman who is both strong and vulnerable.”

Delany’s appearance on Boston Legal was a brief one, but it was memorable. She showed that she could hold her own in a courtroom drama, and she gave a performance that was both complex and nuanced.

What movies has Dana Delaney been in?

Film
Year Title Role Notes
1981 The Fan Saleswoman in record store
1984 Almost You Susan McCall
1986 Where the River Runs Black Sister Ana
1988 Masquerade Anne Briscoe
1988 Patty Hearst Gelina
1988 Moon over Parador Jenny
1992 Light Sleeper Marianne
1992 Housesitter Becky Metcalf
1993 Tombstone Josephine Marcus
1993 Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Andrea Beaumont Voice
1994 Exit to Eden Lisa Emerson
1995 Live Nude Girls Jill
1996 Fly Away Home Susan Barnes
1998 The Curve Dr. Ashley
1998 Wide Awake Mrs. Beal
1999 Outfitters Cat Bonfaim
2000 The Right Temptation Anthea Farrow-Smith
2002 Mother Ghost Karen Bennett
2003 Spin Margaret Swift-Bejarano
2005 Getting to Know You Marla Short
2006 Superman: Brainiac Attacks Lois Lane Voice
2007 Route 30 Amish Martha
2008 A Beautiful Life Anne
2008 Flying Lessons Jeanne
2010 Multiple Sarcasms Annie
2010 Camp Hope Patricia
2010 Drunkboat Eileen
2012 Freelancers Lydia Vecchio
2013 Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox Lois Lane Voice
2017 Literally, Right Before Aaron Wendy
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