Jenette Goldstein is a multifaceted and highly accomplished actress, renowned for her remarkable versatility and ability to seamlessly transform into a wide range of characters. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Goldstein was exposed to the world of theater from a young age, thanks to her parents' love of the performing arts. She attended fine arts-oriented schools and was a standout student in her drama classes, frequently competing in city-wide drama competitions against notable peers such as Val Kilmer, Gina Gershon, Kevin Spacey, and Mare Winningham.
To further hone her craft, Goldstein pursued higher education at the prestigious Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London and the Circle in the Square Theater in New York City, where she mastered various aspects of drama theory, physicality, dialects, and the classics. During her time in London, she responded to an audition request for American actors with British Equity cards, which led to her breakout role as Vasquez in James Cameron's iconic film Aliens (1986).
Cameron was so impressed with Goldstein's creativity and strong work ethic that he recast her in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) and later in a cameo role as the loving Irish Mother in the epic Titanic (1997). Her extensive filmography showcases her impressive range and versatility, including roles such as the vampy killer Diamondback in Near Dark (1987),the good cop Meagan Shapiro in Lethal Weapon 2 (1989),PattiJean Lynch in The Presidio (1988),and Alice the Maid in a one-scene role in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998),among many others.
In addition to her film work, Goldstein has made numerous appearances on television, guest-starring in acclaimed shows such as Six Feet Under (2001),L.A. Law (1986),Strong Medicine (2000),and ER (1994),where she played a grieving mother and a heroic flight nurse in separate episodes. Her extensive television credits also include a recurring role on the popular medical drama Strong Medicine.
Goldstein has continued to work in theater throughout her career, performing in plays in New York, London, and Los Angeles. Her repertoire includes classical works such as William Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" and more contemporary pieces, such as Arthur Miller's "After The Fall," which won the 2002 Los Angeles Ovation Award for Best Production. Currently, Goldstein is working on a one-woman show that she is writing herself, a testament to her continued passion for the performing arts and her dedication to exploring new creative avenues.
