Julia Sanford is an accomplished actress who embodies the elegance of a dancer and the charm of a southern woman, bringing her unique presence to every role she takes on.
Throughout her extensive career, Julia has appeared in a diverse range of projects, including feature films such as "The Prestige" and "Something's Gotta Give," as well as television shows like "Mad Men," "Criminal Minds," "Monk," and "Scrubs." She is particularly proud of her work on the ABC soap opera "General Hospital," where she was a member of a breast cancer support group, using her platform to spread a positive message to real cancer patients and survivors.
Julia is drawn to characters with a strong sense of purpose, often discovering them in the theater. Her portrayal of an American psychiatrist working with women in a Bosnian refugee camp in Eve Ensler's "Necessary Targets" allowed her to explore the horrors of war and its devastating effects on women, while her creation of the character Catherine, the mother of a returning soldier from World War II Japan in "War Bride," enabled her to delve into the complexities of loss and grief.
Playing M'Lynn in the renowned "Steel Magnolias" offered Julia the opportunity to explore the loss of a loved one and then discover a way to move forward with life.
Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Julia was a shy child who found her calling when she first stepped onto a stage. She initially gravitated towards the study of ballet, graduating from the University of Alabama with a degree in Theatre/Dance. Julia then moved to San Francisco to study acting at the prestigious American Conservatory Theatre, before eventually making her way to Los Angeles for further career opportunities.
Today, Julia continues to reside in Los Angeles with her husband and their three adorable rescued cats.
