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Maura Tierney: Biography, Facts and Career

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Maura Lynn Tierney (born February 3, 1965) is an American actress. She is best known for her roles as Lisa Miller on the sitcom NewsRadio (1995–1999), Abby Lockhart on the medical drama ER (1999–2009), and Helen Solloway on the mystery drama The Affair (2014–2019), the last of which won her a Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. Tierney has also appeared in numerous films, including Primal Fear (1996), Liar Liar (1997), Primary Colors (1998), Insomnia (2002), The Iron Claw (2023), and Twisters (2024).

Quick facts about Maura Tierney

  • Full name: Maura Tierney
  • Born: 1965-02-03
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q233027

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Who is Maura Tierney?

Maura Lynn Tierney (born February 3, 1965) is an American actress.

What nationality is Maura Tierney?

Maura Tierney is United States.

When was Maura Tierney born?

Maura Tierney was born on 1965-02-03.

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