Nancy Travis

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Characters played by Nancy Travis

Bernice — Duckman (1994)

Identical twin of Duckman's presumed-dead wife Beatrice. A fanatical fitness buff who intensely dislikes Duckman. She marries King Chicken in the final episode.

Joyce Reardon — Rose Red (2002)

Unorthodox psychology professor leading a team of psychics to Rose Red to prove paranormal phenomena. She has a sexual affair with Steve Rimbauer to gain access to the mansion. Her actions awaken the house's evil spirit, leading to multiple deaths. She becomes increasingly obsessed and insane, ultimately refusing to escape and perishing surrounded by the mansion's ghosts.

Barbara Schmitt — Ordinary Angels (2024)

A member of the family who requests groceries, confides in the child’s father about the family’s financial situation, invites Sharon to dinner, and later suffers a twisted ankle. She also leaves Sharon in charge of the girls during the family’s crisis.

Harriet Michaels — So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993)

A butcher Charlie dates and eventually marries. She has a mysterious past involving a Russian martial arts trainer and a man named Ralph. Unaware of the danger, she goes on a honeymoon with Charlie, gets locked in a closet by him, and is mistakenly arrested by police as the axe-murderer Mrs. X before resuming her life with Charlie.

Corinne Landreaux — Air America (1990)

Corinne is Gene's wife, whom Billy discovers when Gene brings him to his home. Her presence, together with their children, reveals the family life Gene has been protecting while working in Laos and helps explain why he wants to quit Air America and leave the country.

Sylvia Bennington — 3 Men and a Little Lady (1990)

Actress and Jack's ex-lover, Mary's biological mother.

Kathleen Avila — Internal Affairs (1990)

Raymond Avila's wife, Kathleen becomes caught between his consuming investigation and Dennis Peck's manipulation. Peck approaches her under false pretenses and later holds her hostage, while his deception briefly causes a marital confrontation before she reassures Avila that she would never betray him.

Lydia Rodman — The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005)

Carmen's stepmother figure navigating blended family tensions.

Lorraine Franklin — Bogus (1996)

Albert's mother and a Nevada showgirl. Her fatal car accident sets the plot in motion, leaving Albert orphaned and inspiring the creation of Bogus as a coping mechanism.

Sylvia Bennington — 3 Men and a Baby (1987)

Mary's mother and a successful actress. Initially distant due to past abandonment, she gradually accepts Peter's love while navigating a controlling relationship with director Edward Hargreave. She ultimately rejects Edward, reconciles with Peter, and marries him.

Robin — Greedy (1994)

Danny's television sports producer and girlfriend who supports his career and relationship with Uncle Joe. She becomes disillusioned with Danny's growing greed but eventually reconciles with him after recognizing his underlying loyalty.

Rita Baker — The Vanishing (1993)

Waitress who becomes Jeff's girlfriend and supports his search for Diane. After discovering his secret book, she demands he stop but later realizes he is in danger. She confronts Barney at his cabin, lies about kidnapping Denise, drugs him, and helps Jeff escape his grave.

Career Overview

Nancy Travis has 61 screen credits in a career dating back to 1984. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently 3 Men Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Last Man Standing, Duckman, Becker. 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
61
Birth Date
1961-09-21
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q233042), public domain (CC0).