Nancy Elizabeth Stafford, a multitalented American actress, speaker, and author, has made a profound and lasting impact on the entertainment industry, particularly in the realm of television and soap operas, where her impressive career has spanned many years, with numerous notable roles to her credit.
Born on June 5, 1954, Stafford's remarkable career has been marked by a wide range of performances, with one of her most iconic and enduring roles being that of Michelle Thomas, the law partner and close friend of the illustrious Ben Matlock, played by the legendary Andy Griffith, on the highly acclaimed and beloved TV series Matlock, a role she portrayed from 1987 to 1992.
Before taking on the role of Judge Bell on the critically acclaimed TV series Judging Amy, Stafford's performance as Michelle Thomas on Matlock cemented her status as a talented and versatile actress, capable of bringing depth and nuance to a wide range of characters, and her impact on the entertainment industry continues to be felt to this day.
Notably, beyond her successful acting career, Stafford has concurrently pursued other ventures, including hosting the nationally syndicated television program Main Floor, a show that centered on the realms of fashion and beauty, from the year 1995 to 2005.
Moreover, beyond the confines of her professional pursuits, Stafford leads a personal life marked by her marriage to Larry Myers, a devoted pastor, with whom she shares a loving family, including a cherished daughter and a cherished grandson.
Stafford's familial heritage is deserving of attention, as her elder sibling, Tracy Stafford, embarked upon a distinguished political career, occupying the position of Mayor of Wilton Manors for a two-term duration and subsequently serving as a member of the Florida House of Representatives for a remarkable five consecutive terms.
