**Veronica Cartwright** (Bristol, April 20, 1949) is an American actress, known for her prolific career, particularly in the science fiction and horror genres.

She began her career as a child, appearing in the Alfred Hitchcock classic, *The Birds* (1963). However, it was in later productions that she solidified her fame, becoming a recurring face in genre cult films. Among her most iconic roles are Nancy Bellicec in *Invasion of the Body Snatchers* (1978) and Lambert in *Alien* (1979), where she portrays female characters under extreme pressure.

Cartwright is often cast to play vulnerable or terrified figures who face extreme and desperate situations, demonstrating a remarkable ability to convey authentic anxiety and fear. She also appeared in *The Witches of Eastwick* (1987). Her presence in numerous cult films has made her an icon for lovers of genre cinema.