Laurie Metcalf was born June 16, 1955 in Carbondale, Illinois, the oldest of three children of Libby (Mars), a librarian, and James Metcalf, a budget director. She was
raised in Edwardsville, Illinois. Laurie attended Illinois State University,
where she obtained her bachelor of arts in theater in 1977. In her
class were the immeasurable talents of
John Malkovich,
Glenne Headly, and
Joan Allen. Laurie began acting at
Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Her acting career in film and television
began with a minor and uncredited role in
Robert Altman's
A Wedding (1978). In 1988, Laurie found
her most memorable and successful role to date, Jacqueline "Jackie"
Harris in the television series
Roseanne (1988). For her performance
in the series, she was nominated for two Golden Globes and won three
Primetime Emmy awards.
Big Mistakes(2026)as Linda
Scream 7(2026)as Debbie Salt
Everybody Digs Bill Evans(2026)as Mary Evans
Monster(2022)as Augusta Gein
The Conners(2018)as Jackie Harris
Frankie and Johnny(1991)
The Big Bang Theory(2007)
Frasier(1993)
The Drew Barrymore Show(2020)as Self
Entertainment Tonight(1981)as Self
GMA3(2020)as Self
Live with Kelly and Mark(1988)as Self, Self - Guest
The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal(2021)as Self, Self - Guest
Morning Joe: Weekend(2023)as Self
CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley(1979)as Self - Actress
WatchMojo(2006)as Self - Sarah Hawkins
TV We Love(2025)as Self
