Dana Delany is an Emmy Award-winning actress recognized for her versatile performances across television, film, and theater, consistently delivering impactful roles to audiences. After earning widespread acclaim and two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, Dana Delany established herself as a formidable talent on television. Her breakthrough came with the lead role of Army nurse Colleen McMurphy in ABC TV’s critically acclaimed series ‘China Beach’ (1988–1991), a performance that garnered her four Emmy nominations and two Golden Globe nominations, winning the Emmy in both 1989 and 1992. Delany’s professional journey began after graduating from Wesleyan University in 1978, where she pursued theater studies.

This iconic role earned her the distinction of being the longest-tenured actress to voice Lois Lane for DC Comics, a position she held for 17 years. Her voice work also extended to animated features, including the acclaimed ‘Batman: Mask of the Phantasm’ (1993), where she voiced Andrea Beaumont. In the 2000s, Delany maintained a strong television presence, securing main roles in series such as ‘Pasadena’ (2001) and ‘Presidio Med’ (2002–2003). From 2007 to 2012, she joined the ensemble cast of the hit ABC series ‘Desperate Housewives’ as Katherine Mayfair, a role that earned her a Prism Award in 2009.

She serves on the board of the Scleroderma Research Foundation, contributing to medical research. As co-president of the Creative Coalition, she passionately champions the arts and social causes, demonstrating her impact beyond the screen.