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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.
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Born
May 22, 1967
Birth Place
New York, New York, United States
Nationality
American
Sun Sign
Gemini
Famous As
Actress
Height
5'10" (178 cm)
Father
Gene Smith
Mother
Lois Smith
Spouse(s)
Steven Lubensky (m. 1999)
Children
Fanny Grace Lubensky, Lucy Lubensky
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lebtown.com

United Way of Lebanon County CEO Brooke Smith resigns

Brooke Smith, United Way of Lebanon County’s chief executive officer for almost two years, has announced her resignation from the nonprofit community agency, effective July 16. She has accepted a full-time community relations position with UGI Utilities. Smith leaves following the completion of a successful $1.2 million 2020-21 fundraising campaign,...
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Brooke Smith, Considered

The star of ABC’s Big Sky is financing her own Emmy campaign—using the lessons learned from her P.R. maven mother and 30 years in an industry that may finally be ready to give her her due. Brooke Smith zooms in from her Van Nuys home—“a rental,” she’s quick to clarify....
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Big Sky's Brooke Smith is financing her own Emmy campaign

"She wants to get the word out for her performance in David E. Kelley’s ABC crime-drama Big Sky, and the odds are stacked against her," Dave Canfield says of the actress. "She says she cannot afford a publicist, and the Emmy FYC ads can run upward of five figures. Because she was billed a guest star, she lacks the backing of Big Sky’s studio, 20th Television, despite netting strong reviews and appearing in more episodes than some series regulars. With decades of similarly unsung appearances in award-winning programs behind her, Smith is finally asking for our consideration. She’s proud of her work. It helps that the work is worthy."
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Why Brooke Smith is handling her own Emmy campaign for ‘Big Sky’

Brooke Smith, who’s done big stuff — “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Bates Motel,” “The Silence of the Lambs” — has launched her own Best Supporting Emmy campaign. She plays integral Merrilee Legarski, wife of psycho nuts sheriff (actor John Carroll Lynch) on David Kelley’s ABC chiller “Big Sky.”. So why’s Brooke submitting...
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“Silence of the Lambs,” “Grey’s Anatomy” Star Brooke Smith Starting Her Own Emmy Campaign for Her Work on “Big Sky”

I am totally down with this. Brooke Smith was so good on “Big Sky” this season, she’s starting her do-it-yourself Emmy campaign. You know Brooke from “Greys Anatomy” and “Silence of the Lambs,” among dozens of credits. She was a standout on “Big Sky” as Merilee Legarski, wife of the murderous psycho crazy sheriff played by John Carroll Lloyd.
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ucitymo.org

Brooke Smith Appointed Assistant City Manager for University City

April 16, 2021, University City – City Manager Gregory Rose has appointed Brooke Smith, Esq., as Assistant City Manager, effective May 24, 2021. With a career dedicated to municipal government administration, she will assist Rose on a full range of housing, infrastructure, and development projects. She will be one of two Assistant City Managers reporting to Rose.
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Rochester Business Journal

Brooke Smith teaches women ‘embodied mindfulness’ for true productivity

Brooke Smith struggled with bulimia and disordered eating for nearly two decades, beginning as a teenager, before finding her refuge. “When I was recovering in my early 30s and discovering intuitive eating, I realized that I had wasted almost two decades trying to control my body,” Smith recalled. “And all of the effort that I was ...
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The Silence of the Lambs: Brooke Smith on Surviving Buffalo Bill

Brooke Smith has enjoyed a career spanning more than three decades across the big and small screen. She’s starred in the cult classic Series 7: The Contenders, had roles in blockbusters including Interstellar and featured prominently on Grey’s Anatomy, Ray Donovan, and Bates Motel to name but a few. Yet...
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