Tina Holmes, a native of New York City and Connecticut, boasts an impressive educational background, having attended Yale University for two years before relocating to Paris, France, where she pursued a passion for French literature at the renowned Sorbonne.
Following her time in Paris, Holmes returned to the United States, enrolling at Brown University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Comparative Literature. After completing her undergraduate studies, she made a triumphant return to Paris, serving as a research assistant on a documentary focused on the life and works of the celebrated novelist, poet, and playwright Jean Genet.
In addition to her research endeavors, Holmes also spent time at the Federal University of Pernambuco in Brazil, further expanding her academic horizons.
Holmes' foray into the world of film began with her starring role as Maggie in Edge of Seventeen (1998),followed by appearances in 30 Days (1999) and Prince of Central Park (2000). Her impressive resume also includes guest roles in a variety of television series, such as 24 (2001),Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999),Invasion (2005),CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000),and Third Watch (1999).
Moreover, Holmes has enjoyed a recurring role as Maggie Sibley on the critically acclaimed HBO original series Six Feet Under (2001),a distinction she earned during the show's fifth and final season.