Biography
Brooke Adams (born February 8, 1949) is an American actress known for her compelling performances in film, television, and theatre. She gained recognition for her roles in movies like "Days of Heaven" and "Invasion of the Body Snatchers," showcasing her acting depth and versatility. Adams' talent and dedication to her craft have earned her acclaim in the entertainment industry. On television, she has appeared in Thirtysomething (1987), Moonlighting (1985), Family (1976), The Lion of Africa (1987), Special People (1984), the miniseries Lace (1984) and Lace II (1985), 5 episodes of Monk (2002), BrainDead (2016) on CBS and she was writing, producing, directing, and starring in a web-series called "All Downhill from Here." (2015).
Awards & recognition
- Independent Spirit Award — Best Supporting Female · 1993 · nominated
Filmography36 titles
Monk
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Frasier
Moonlighting
Days of Heaven
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Touched by an Angel
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
Family
Kojak
Snapshots
The Dead Zone
Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie
Wings
Bridesmaids
Vengeance Is Mine
Police Woman
Gas Food Lodging
The Great Gatsby
Hemingway & Gellhorn
Almost You
Great Performances
The Stuff
Sometimes They Come Back
Murder on Flight 502
Man on Fire
The Accidental Husband
Tony Shalhoub Breaking Bread
Breakable You
The Legend of Lucy Keyes
The Baby-Sitters Club
F. Scott Fitzgerald and the Last of the Belles
Murders in the Rue Morgue
The Unborn
Shock Waves
James Dean