Brooke Smith

Brooke Smith is an American actor, best known for her performances as 'Dr. Erica Hahn' in the series 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Catherine Martin' in the film 'The Silence of the Lambs.' The daughter of renowned publicist Lois Eileen Smith, Brooke is an 'American Academy of Dramatic Arts' alumna. Hence, she delved into the entertainment business armed with strong skills. 'The Silence of the Lambs' was her second film. It had Brooke proving her mettle as an actor. She eventually made a niche for herself in the industry with meatier roles in 'Vanya on 42nd Street,' 'Bates Motel,' 'Series 7: The Contenders,' and many such acclaimed projects. Some of her major projects were the comedy–drama film 'In Her Shoes,' Woody Allen's 'Melinda and Melinda,' and the play 'Stop Kiss.' ‘Stop Kiss’ was staged at 'The Public Theatre' and directed by Jo Bonney. She is also interested in journalism and has interviewed actors such as Steve Buscemi, Ed Harris, and Fred Ward. An avid traveler, Brooke has traveled extensively, especially to Africa.