Janine Turner

Janine Turner

62 · Born: Dec 6, 1962

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornDec 6, 1962 Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
Parents
  • Janice Gauntt
  • Turner M. Gauntt

Biography

Janine Turner, a remarkable American actress, entered the world on December 6, 1962, as Janine Loraine Gauntt, a name that would eventually become synonymous with excellence in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning numerous decades, Turner has made a lasting impact, leaving an indelible mark on the world of acting. One of the most notable highlights of her remarkable career was her impressive stint on the beloved prime-time television show Northern Exposure, which aired from 1990 to 1995. This critically acclaimed series not only brought Turner widespread recognition but also served as a pivotal milestone in her professional journey, laying the groundwork for an array of future projects that would cement her status as a talented and versatile actress.

Throughout the early 2000s, Turner's remarkable acting abilities were prominently displayed on the Lifetime original series Strong Medicine, where she made a notable appearance from the year 2000 to 2002.

Her impressive range as an actress enabled her to seamlessly transition between diverse roles, thereby further establishing her reputation within the entertainment industry.

Thomas Nelson, a renowned publishing house, released Thomas Turner's remarkable literary debut in 2008, a testament to her multifaceted talents and dedication to the art of storytelling.

Thomas Turner, an accomplished actress, took a remarkable leap into the world of authorship in 2008, showcasing her versatility and passion for creative expression.

In addition to her impressive acting career, Turner's remarkable literary achievement, Holding Her Head High: Inspiration from 12 Single Mothers Who Championed Their Children and Changed History, a heartfelt tribute to the strength and resilience of single mothers, was published by Thomas Nelson in 2008.

This extraordinary book, a testament to Turner's unwavering commitment to empowering others, serves as a powerful reminder of the impact that single mothers have had on history, their stories a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations to come.

Turner's remarkable journey from actress to author, marked by her dedication to storytelling and her passion for empowering others, is a shining example of the incredible accomplishments that can be achieved when talent, perseverance, and a love for creative expression come together.

As an actress, Turner has consistently demonstrated her ability to captivate audiences with her remarkable performances, and as an author, she has shown a remarkable talent for crafting compelling stories that inspire and uplift.

In Holding Her Head High, Turner's passion for storytelling and her dedication to empowering others come together in a powerful tribute to the strength and resilience of single mothers, a testament to the incredible impact that these remarkable women have had on history.

Career

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2023
Birthright Outlaw
Birthright Outlaw as Bonnie Beauchamp
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2021
Taking the Reins
Taking the Reins as Bonnie Barclay
{"id":140154,"title":"Patsy & Loretta","year":"2019","character":"Hilda Hensley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/patsy-loretta-2019","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/412tgr9cosq0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/412tgr9cosq0.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
Patsy & Loretta
Patsy & Loretta as Hilda Hensley
{"id":135370,"title":"Gosnell: The Trial of America's Biggest Serial Killer","year":"2018","character":"Dr. North","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/gosnell-the-trial-of-americas-biggest-serial-killer-2018","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/74ddp4elivb0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/74ddp4elivb0.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
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Runnin' from My Roots
Runnin' from My Roots as Anne Whitfield Barnes
{"id":144268,"title":"Occupy, Texas","year":"2016","character":"Mrs. Thomas","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/occupy-texas","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_144268.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_144268.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Occupy, Texas
Occupy, Texas as Mrs. Thomas
{"id":76778,"title":"Solace","year":"2015","character":"Elizabeth Clancy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/solace-2015","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7blej63s8lg0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7blej63s8lg0.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
Solace
Solace as Elizabeth Clancy
{"id":147950,"title":"Black Widow","year":"2010","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/black-widow-2010","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_147950.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_147950.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
{"id":148374,"title":"Maggie's Passage","year":"2009","character":"Jenny Sirron","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/maggies-passage-2009","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_148374.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_148374.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
Maggie's Passage
Maggie's Passage as Jenny Sirron
{"id":91,"title":"Friday Night Lights","year":2008,"character":"Katie McCoy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/friday-night-lights","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4c6fi7h284o0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4c6fi7h284o0.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
Friday Night Lights
Friday Night Lights as Katie McCoy
{"id":9904,"title":"Primal Doubt","year":"2007","character":"Jean Harper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/primal-doubt","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_9904.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_9904.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
Primal Doubt
Primal Doubt as Jean Harper
{"id":49999,"title":"Miracle Dogs Too","year":"2006","character":"Paula Wells","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/miracle-dogs-too","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_49999.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_49999.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
Miracle Dogs Too
Miracle Dogs Too as Paula Wells
{"id":24309,"title":"The Night of the White Pants","year":"2006","character":"Barbara Hagan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-night-of-the-white-pants","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_24309.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_24309.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":78572,"title":"Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire","year":"2005","character":"Kay Austin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/walker-texas-ranger-trial-by-fire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_78572.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_78572.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
{"id":52216,"title":"Birdie & Bogey","year":"2004","character":"Amy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/birdie-bogey-2004","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_52216.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_52216.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
{"id":152142,"title":"No Regrets","year":"2004","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/no-regrets","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_152142.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_152142.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":14342,"title":"Dr. T & the Women","year":"2000","character":"Dorothy Chambliss","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dr-t-the-women","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14342.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14342.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Dr. T & the Women
Dr. T & the Women as Dorothy Chambliss
{"id":9418,"title":"Strong Medicine","year":2000,"character":"Dr. Dana Stowe","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/strong-medicine","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9418.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9418.jpg"},"released":1}
Strong Medicine
Strong Medicine as Dr. Dana Stowe
{"id":15151,"title":"A Secret Affair","year":"1999","character":"Vanessa Shaw","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-secret-affair","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_15151.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_15151.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
A Secret Affair
A Secret Affair as Vanessa Shaw
{"id":55140,"title":"Fatal Error","year":"1999","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fatal-error","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_55140.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_55140.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":56046,"title":"Beauty","year":"1998","character":"Alix Miller","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/beauty-1998","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56046.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56046.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Beauty
Beauty as Alix Miller
{"id":215444,"title":"Circle of Deceit","year":"1998","character":"Terry Silva","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/circle-of-deceit","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_215444.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_215444.jpg"},"released":1}
Circle of Deceit
Circle of Deceit as Terry Silva
{"id":7003,"title":"Leave It to Beaver","year":"1997","character":"June Cleaver","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/leave-it-to-beaver","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/67gav894v0g0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/67gav894v0g0.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
Leave It to Beaver
Leave It to Beaver as June Cleaver
{"id":56718,"title":"Stolen Women, Captured Hearts","year":"1997","character":"Anna Brewster-Morgan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/stolen-women-captured-hearts","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56718.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56718.jpg"},"released":1}
Stolen Women, Captured Hearts
Stolen Women, Captured Hearts as Anna Brewster-Morgan
{"id":56628,"title":"The Curse of Inferno","year":"1996","character":"Layla Moanes","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-curse-of-inferno","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56628.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56628.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
The Curse of Inferno
The Curse of Inferno as Layla Moanes
{"id":4688,"title":"Cliffhanger","year":"1993","character":"Jessie Deighan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cliffhanger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7m50r3o0e0s0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7m50r3o0e0s0.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Cliffhanger
Cliffhanger as Jessie Deighan
{"id":59908,"title":"The Ambulance","year":"1990","character":"Cheryl","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-ambulance","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59908.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59908.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
{"id":8395,"title":"Northern Exposure","year":1990,"character":"Maggie O'Connell","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/northern-exposure","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8395.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8395.jpg"},"released":1}
Northern Exposure
Northern Exposure as Maggie O'Connell
{"id":5937,"title":"Steel Magnolias","year":"1989","character":"Nancy Beth Marmillion","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/steel-magnolias","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/78tis2ubtsb0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/78tis2ubtsb0.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Steel Magnolias
Steel Magnolias as Nancy Beth Marmillion
{"id":2307,"title":"Quantum Leap","year":1989,"character":"Michelle","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 Michelle
{"id":7629,"title":"Monkey Shines","year":"1988","character":"Linda Aikman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/monkey-shines","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2mmjln1i7ncg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2mmjln1i7ncg.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Monkey Shines
Monkey Shines as Linda Aikman
{"id":7814,"title":"Tai-Pan","year":"1986","character":"Shevaun Tillman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tai-pan","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7814.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7814.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
Tai-Pan
Tai-Pan as Shevaun Tillman
{"id":61853,"title":"Knights of the City","year":"1986","character":"Brooke","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/knights-of-the-city","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61853.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61853.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":1060,"title":"Knight Rider","year":1985,"character":"Karen Forester","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/knight-rider-1982","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4jtjii8c8ib0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4jtjii8c8ib0.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Knight Rider
Knight Rider as Karen Forester
{"id":1059,"title":"The A-Team","year":1984,"character":"Theresa Gianni","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-a-team","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vagln6i63b0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3vagln6i63b0.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
The A-Team
The A-Team as Theresa Gianni
{"id":6290,"title":"Young Doctors in Love","year":"1982","character":"Soap Cameos","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/young-doctors-in-love","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_6290.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_6290.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
{"id":103834693,"title":"Another World","year":1965,"character":"Patricia Kirkland","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/another-world","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834693.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834693.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
Another World
Another World as Patricia Kirkland
{"id":42627,"title":"1 Message","year":"2011","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/1-message","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_42627.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_42627.jpg"},"released":1}
2011