Laurie Metcalf is an American actress, known for her versatility and acclaimed performances on stage, in television, and film. A founding member of the prestigious Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago, she built a solid reputation on stage before achieving international fame. On television, her most celebrated role is that of Jackie Harris in the sitcom *Roseanne*, which earned her three consecutive Emmy Awards and which she later reprised in the spin-off *The Conners*. On the big screen, she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in *Lady Bird* (2017) and is known for voicing Andy's mother in the *Toy Story* franchise. Her theatre career has been recognized with numerous accolades, including two Tony Awards for her performances in *A Doll's House, Part 2* and *Three Tall Women*, confirming her as one of the most esteemed and decorated performers of her generation.