Jayne Brook

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Characters played by Jayne Brook

Katrina Cornwell — Star Trek: Discovery (2017)

Starfleet intelligence officer, known for her strategic mind and leadership.

Marie Freeman — Gattaca (1997)

Marie Freeman is one of Vincent Freeman's parents in the society where natural conception is treated as a serious disadvantage. After Vincent's genetic results suggest disease and a short lifespan, his parents regret their decision and use genetic selection when conceiving Adult Anton Freeman.

Teacher - JFK High School — Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987)

Educator at a secondary school.

Zach's Mother — Kindergarten Cop (1990)

Concerned parent dealing with her son's behavioral issues and an abusive husband.

Carolyn — Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991)

Snooty receptionist at GAW who resents Swell's promotion and schemes with Bruce to expose her age, only to be rebuked by Rose.

Hannah Berrick — Mind Games (1998)

Hannah is Doug's wife and the mother of Luke and Amy, as well as the successful head of the fast-growing company Virtues. Her affairs, controlling behavior, and emotional distance from Luke strain the family. She admits crossing a line with the therapist but says she wants her marriage to survive; Karen's warnings later make her family fear she may be dangerous.

Lydia — Ed (1996)

Lydia is Jack Cooper's neighbor and romantic partner. She develops a relationship with Jack after he moves into the apartment, while also becoming close to Ed Sullivan and caring for Liz. Her arrival with Liz and Ed at the final game helps restore Jack's confidence when he is struggling without his best friend.

Kat — Into My Heart (1998)

Kat becomes Ben’s wife after he experiences a number of unsuccessful relationships. Their marriage does not last, and the couple separates before the story’s later events. Five years afterward, Kat is preparing to marry someone else, showing that her relationship with Ben has ended while he remains emotionally connected to Nina.

Karen — Doing Time on Maple Drive (1992)

Karen is the Carter daughter married to Tom. She struggles with her family's toxicity and becomes pregnant, leading her to consider an abortion out of fear of raising a child in such an environment. She ultimately leaves with Tom to protect her baby.

Alison Shaeffer — My Mother the Spy (2000)

Alison is an editor whose birthday and personal setback lead into a dangerous effort to help her mother. After learning that Gloria and the Rabbi are involved in CIA work, she joins the Rabbi’s attempt to reach Gloria, proves resourceful at Gustavo Vasquez’s estate, and uses her experience with self-absorbed men to keep Vasquez talking. She recognizes an attraction to him despite his criminal nature.

Career Overview

Jayne Brook has 35 screen credits in a career dating back to 1987. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Kindergarten Cop with 1 titles. Signature works include The Robinsons: Lost in Space, Mind Games, My Mother the Spy. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
35
Birth Date
1960-09-16
Birth Place
Northbrook, Illinois, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q449561), public domain (CC0).