Susan Sullivan

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Characters played by Susan Sullivan

Dr. Elaina Marks — The Incredible Hulk (1977)

Banner's research partner at the Culver Institute who studies superhuman strength. She assists Banner in deliberately triggering his transformation under controlled conditions to investigate the metamorphosis and search for a cure. Tragically, she dies in a laboratory fire while investigating the phenomenon.

Maggie Gioberti — Falcon Crest (1981)

Involved in the show's dramatic cliffhangers, she is placed in peril during a season four bomb explosion and faces a drowning threat in season six alongside Chase, Melissa, and Richard.

Senator Kate Lassiter — Cave-In! (1983)

A state senator who enters the Northfork with Jack Miller during an inspection visit and becomes trapped when the cave collapses. She attempts to find a way out with Jack, later reunites with Gene, and joins his party of stranded visitors. When her foot catches under a rock, Gene and Joe free her.

Diane — Magic Hour (2026)

Diane is Erin's mother. She tells Erin that she felt relief and happiness when Erin's father missed a plane, alongside brief disappointment about the future she had imagined. She later explains that her divorce was really caused by her husband's affair, and reflects on how difficult it can be to trust someone you love, connecting her experience to Erin's relationship with Charlie.

Lex’s Mom — The Drop (2022)

Lex’s Mom appears in a family phone call during which she teases Lex for missing another family gathering. Lex promises to attend the next one, showing her role as a family connection and highlighting Lex’s ongoing difficulty balancing personal obligations with responsibilities to Mani and others.

Hippolyta (voice) — Justice League: Secret Origins (2001)

Ruler of Themyscira and mother of Wonder Woman.

Patsy Howard — The Amaranth (2018)

Patsy Howard is the director of resident services at The Amaranth. She gives Lily an enthusiastic tour of the community's facilities, clubs, dining options, and wellness programs. Her role introduces Lily to the social and recreational life available there, though Lily remains uneasy about joining in.

Dr. Julie Farr — Having Babies III (1978)

Lead obstetrician managing complex pregnancies and deeply involved in patients' lives.

Dr. Julie Farr — Having Babies II (1977)

Obstetrician overseeing pregnancies and personally intervening in patients' lives.

Career Overview

Susan Sullivan has 56 screen credits in a career dating back to 1961. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Justice League (DC Animated Universe) Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Castle, Dharma & Greg, Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade. 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
56
Birth Date
1942-11-18
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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