Merrin Melissa Dungey, a gifted American actress, was born on August 6, 1971, commencing a remarkable journey in the film and television industry, marked by numerous notable achievements and a diverse range of captivating performances. Her impressive repertoire showcases a variety of notable roles in popular television series, including but not limited to The King of Queens, Alias, Malcolm in the Middle, and Summerland, each of which has contributed to her growing reputation as a talented and versatile actress. Moreover, she has made significant appearances in the beloved fantasy series Once Upon a Time, where she brought the enchanting character of Ursula to life, and starred in the thought-provoking legal drama Conviction, further solidifying her credentials as a skilled and accomplished actress. In recent years, Dungey has continued to mesmerize audiences with her impressive performances on the medical drama The Resident, where she has skillfully navigated the complexities of her character, and her costarring role in the 2019 legal drama The Fix, which has showcased her remarkable range and adaptability as an actress.
Personal Details
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BornAug 6, 1971 Sacramento, California, USA
Spouse
Kevin Ryder
( Dec 31, 2023 to May 10, 2025 )Matthew Drake
( May 1, 2007 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Relatives
- Channing Dungey (Sibling)
Biography
Career
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2022

Shining Vale as Kam
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2021

American Horror Stories as Dr. Andi Grant
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Lucifer as Officer Sonja Harris
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Bob's Burgers as Judith (voice)
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2020

Greenland as Major Breen
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Madness Inside Me as Madison
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Star Trek: Picard as Richter Kalungay
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2019

The Fix as Maxine Bohen
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2018

The Resident as Claire Thorpe
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2017

CHIPS as Joy Jackson
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2016

Conviction as Maxine Bohen
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Con Man as Jess
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2015

The Diabolical as Mrs. Wallace
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Some Kind of Beautiful as Angela
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2014

Chasing Life as Dr. Susan Hamburg
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2013

Brooklyn Nine-Nine as Sharon Jeffords
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2011

Life Happens as Hester
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2009

Better Off Ted as Sheila
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2004

Summerland as Susannah Rexford
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2001

The Sky Is Falling as Sheila
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Alias as Francie Calfo
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Curb Your Enthusiasm as Amy
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2000

Malcolm in the Middle as Kitty Kenarban
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Grosse Pointe as Joan
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1999

Edtv as Ms. Seaver
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The West Wing as Daisy
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Friends as Museum Official
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1998

Deep Impact as Sheila Bradley
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The King of Queens as Kelly Palmer
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1997
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1996

Caroline in the City as Female Prostitute