Lee Grant

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Characters played by Lee Grant

Ann Thorn — Damien - Omen II (1978)

Richard's wife who grows increasingly suspicious of Damien's malevolent influence.

Mrs. Leslie Colbert — In the Heat of the Night (1967)

Widow of murdered industrialist Phillip Colbert

Miriam Polar — Valley of the Dolls (1967)

Tony Polar’s domineering half-sister and manager, who conceals his hereditary Huntington’s chorea from Jennifer. As Tony’s mental and physical health declines, Miriam and Jennifer place him in a sanitarium. His condition and mounting medical expenses shape Jennifer’s choices, including her decision to make French art films to pay for his care.

Ellen — The Mafu Cage (1978)

Ellen is a successful but emotionally repressed astronomer living with her unstable sister, Cissy, in their inherited Hollywood Hills home. She begins a romance with David but hides her private life, leaves for a work trip, discovers Cissy's murder, and ultimately dies after being imprisoned in the mafu cage.

Karen Wallace — Airport '77 (1977)

Professional diver and widow who joins the underwater rescue effort.

Fritzie Braddock — Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell (1968)

Wife of Walter Braddock. Attends the reunion with her husband. Unable to conceive, she provides emotional closure by agreeing to take Gia to the United States for her college education.

Anne MacGregor — The Swarm (1978)

Anne MacGregor is a reporter who watches the swarm’s assault from the relative safety of a news van. She hopes to obtain dramatic footage of the siege, placing her in the role of an observer and documentarian while the town is attacked and hundreds of citizens are killed.

Deborah Ballin — Visiting Hours (1982)

Deborah Ballin is a feminist activist whose television appearance provokes Colt Hawker's violent obsession. After surviving his first attack, she becomes the central target of his stalking and returns to the hospital under threat. She ultimately protects Sheila by luring Colt away and killing him with a switchblade.

Marilyn — Middle of the Night (1959)

Betty's friend who disapproves of her relationship with Jerry and actively tries to convince Betty to reunite with her ex-husband, George.

Norma Hubley — Plaza Suite (1971)

Norma Hubley is Roy Hubley's wife and Mimsey Hubley's mother. On Mimsey's wedding day, she joins Roy in the suite as they frantically try to persuade their daughter to come out of the bathroom and attend the ceremony. Her immediate concern is helping Roy manage the crisis while the waiting guests remain downstairs.

Ferguson Edwards — The Big Town (1987)

Mrs. Edwards and a high-rolling professional gambler. She partners with her husband in using Cullen as a pawn and targeting Lorry Dane.

Dr. Donna Burke — Teachers (1984)

The school superintendent focused on avoiding bad publicity surrounding the lawsuit. She attempts to identify teachers who might damage the school's reputation and later tries to force Alex Jurel to resign to prevent him from exposing administrative failures.

Career Overview

Lee Grant has 148 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Omen with 1 titles. Signature works include Damien - Omen II, The Mafu Cage, Airport '77. 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
148
Birth Date
1925-10-31
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q230184), public domain (CC0).