Holland Taylor

Holland Taylor’s versatile and acclaimed career gained national recognition with her breakout role as Ruth Dunbar in the popular sitcom ‘Bosom Buddies’ (1980–82), where she co-starred alongside Tom Hanks. This pivotal role, notably encouraged by her acting coach Stella Adler, followed fifteen dedicated years in theater, which included her Broadway debut in The Devils (1965) and a significant recurring role on the television drama Beacon Hill (1975). Her early transition to film further saw her appear in the popular adventure-comedy Romancing the Stone (1984), establishing her as a versatile performer across mediums. Taylor garnered significant critical acclaim for her compelling portrayal of Judge Roberta Kittleson on ABC’s Emmy-winning drama The Practice (1998–2003), a performance that earned her a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 1999.

For her nuanced and commanding performance in ‘Ann,’ she received a highly coveted Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Play, unequivocally solidifying her reputation as a formidable and respected stage talent. In recent years, Taylor continued to earn significant industry accolades, receiving a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her compelling role in the acclaimed Netflix limited series Hollywood (2020). She currently holds a prominent role in the critically praised Apple TV+ drama The Morning Show (2021–present), demonstrating her enduring relevance and appeal. Further underscoring the profound and lasting impact of her stage work, Taylor also brought ‘Ann’ to the West Coast for its acclaimed premiere at the Pasadena Playhouse in 2022, continuing to engage audiences with her profound theatrical contributions.