Elizabeth Dennehy

Elizabeth Dennehy

64 · Born: Oct 1, 1960

Personal Details

BornOct 1, 1960 Jacksonville, North Carolina, USA
Parents
  • Judith Scheff
  • Brian Dennehy
Relatives
  • Deirdre Dennehy (Sibling)
  • Ed Dennehy (Aunt or Uncle)
  • Kathleen Dennehy (Sibling)

Biography

Elizabeth Dennehy, a gifted and classically trained thespian, hails from the bustling and iconic city of New York, where the bright lights and endless energy of the Big Apple undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping her artistic inclinations. Currently, she calls the sun-drenched and glamorous metropolis of Los Angeles her home, where the warm California sunshine and laid-back atmosphere provide the perfect backdrop for her creative endeavors.

As the proud offspring of the esteemed and accomplished actor Brian Dennehy, Elizabeth has undoubtedly inherited her father's deep passion for the craft, a trait that has driven her to hone her skills and pursue her dreams with unwavering dedication. Moreover, she is a devoted and loving mother to her own son, the talented and up-and-coming actor Jack Lancaster, with whom she shares a deep and abiding bond.

Elizabeth's remarkable career, marked by a plethora of impressive performances, has been forever etched in the collective consciousness of television enthusiasts and aficionados alike, courtesy of her spellbinding portrayal of Lieutenant Commander Shelby on the groundbreaking, award-winning series Star Trek: The Next Generation.

A multifaceted individual, Elizabeth's personality is a rich tapestry woven from a diverse array of interests, passions, and pursuits. Her profound appreciation for the works of the Bard, William Shakespeare, is a testament to her intellectual curiosity and her love of the arts.

In addition to her artistic endeavors, Elizabeth is an avid traveler, always seeking to broaden her horizons and experience the wonders that the world has to offer. Her melodious voice, honed through years of singing, is a source of joy and inspiration to those fortunate enough to hear her perform.

As a dedicated educator, Elizabeth is committed to nurturing the creative talents of young artists, recognizing the importance of fostering a love of learning and the arts in the next generation. Her tireless efforts to promote artistic expression and self-discovery have earned her the respect and admiration of her peers and the wider community.

Career

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2024
{"id":280897,"title":"You're Doing Great","year":"2024","character":"Jo","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/youre-doing-great","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_280897.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_280897.jpg"},"released":1}
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2018
{"id":191582,"title":"Midnight","year":"2014","character":"Nina","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/midnight-2014","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_191582.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_191582.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
Midnight
Midnight as Nina
{"id":101,"title":"Masters of Sex","year":2013,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/masters-of-sex","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6luqp7trct00.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6luqp7trct00.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
{"id":40481,"title":"Janeane from Des Moines","year":"2012","character":"Bible Study Group","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/janeane-from-des-moines","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_40481.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_40481.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Janeane from Des Moines
Janeane from Des Moines as Bible Study Group
{"id":458,"title":"Hancock","year":"2008","character":"Rail Crossing Crowd","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hancock","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5gmnqu3u7l90.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5gmnqu3u7l90.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
Hancock
Hancock as Rail Crossing Crowd
{"id":844,"title":"The Mentalist","year":2008,"character":"Kathryn Hawkes","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-mentalist","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/35rdnvkr4sug.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/35rdnvkr4sug.jpg"},"released":1}
The Mentalist
The Mentalist as Kathryn Hawkes
{"id":48494,"title":"Welcome to Paradise","year":"2007","character":"Helen Brown","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/welcome-to-paradise","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_48494.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_48494.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
Welcome to Paradise
Welcome to Paradise as Helen Brown
{"id":885,"title":"Without a Trace","year":2005,"character":"Victoria","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/without-a-trace","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4j9h7uiqdp10.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4j9h7uiqdp10.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
{"id":676,"title":"Charmed","year":2004,"character":"Sandra","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/charmed","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1sjiorbgq95o.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1sjiorbgq95o.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
Charmed
Charmed as Sandra
{"id":925,"title":"Red Dragon","year":"2002","character":"Beverly","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/red-dragon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2db8cuk18apg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2db8cuk18apg.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
Red Dragon
Red Dragon as Beverly
{"id":53940,"title":"Murder, She Wrote: The Last Free Man","year":"2001","character":"Archivist","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/murder-she-wrote-the-last-free-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_53940.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_53940.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
{"id":54764,"title":"Hard Time: Hostage Hotel","year":"1999","character":"Susan Sinclair","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hard-time-hostage-hotel","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_54764.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_54764.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
{"id":55354,"title":"The Last Man on Planet Earth","year":"1999","character":"Dr. Beverly Stokes","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-last-man-on-planet-earth","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_55354.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_55354.jpg"},"released":1}
The Last Man on Planet Earth
The Last Man on Planet Earth as Dr. Beverly Stokes
{"id":11764,"title":"The Prophecy II","year":"1998","character":"Kathy Kimball","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-prophecy-ii","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_11764.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_11764.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
The Prophecy II
The Prophecy II as Kathy Kimball
{"id":6739,"title":"Soldier","year":"1998","character":"Jimmy Pig's Wife","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/soldier","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3j6dhg9rf43g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3j6dhg9rf43g.jpg"},"released":1}
Soldier
Soldier as Jimmy Pig's Wife
{"id":1022,"title":"The Game","year":"1997","character":"Maria","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-game","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/53tpva3phlq0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/53tpva3phlq0.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
The Game
The Game as Maria
{"id":56395,"title":"Runaway Car","year":"1997","character":"Shari Todd","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/runaway-car","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56395.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56395.jpg"},"released":1}
Runaway Car
Runaway Car as Shari Todd
{"id":779,"title":"Gattaca","year":"1997","character":"Preschool Teacher","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/gattaca","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4iv26i3ig040.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4iv26i3ig040.jpg"},"released":1}
Gattaca
Gattaca as Preschool Teacher
{"id":103840123,"title":"The Lazarus Man","year":1996,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-lazarus-man","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103840123.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103840123.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
{"id":123636,"title":"Jack Reed: A Search for Justice","year":"1994","character":"Sara","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/jack-reed-a-search-for-justice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_123636.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_123636.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
{"id":4723,"title":"Clear and Present Danger","year":"1994","character":"Reporter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/clear-and-present-danger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7v4o8bbr2th0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7v4o8bbr2th0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":8253,"title":"The Waterdance","year":"1992","character":"Candy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-waterdance","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_8253.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_8253.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
{"id":79,"title":"Seinfeld","year":1992,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/seinfeld","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/131frpdlojrg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/131frpdlojrg.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":2307,"title":"Quantum Leap","year":1992,"character":"Beth Ryan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/quantum-leap","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1fnumfqtkn4o.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1fnumfqtkn4o.jpg"},"released":1}
Quantum Leap
Quantum Leap as Beth Ryan
{"id":185458,"title":"Star Trek: The Next Generation","year":"1990","character":"Lt. Cmdr. Shelby (archive footage)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/star-trek-the-next-generation-1990","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_185458.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_185458.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
Star Trek: The Next Generation
Star Trek: The Next Generation as Lt. Cmdr. Shelby (archive footage)
{"id":505,"title":"Star Trek: The Next Generation","year":1989,"character":"Lt. Cmdr. Shelby","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/star-trek-the-next-generation","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6pirhh0cn7o0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6pirhh0cn7o0.jpg"},"released":1}
1989