Shannon Cochran
Biography
Shannon Cochran (born August 7, 1958, in Greensboro, North Carolina) is an American actress known for her extensive work in film, television, and theater. She graduated summa cum laude from the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and has a long-standing relationship with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago. Cochran has appeared in films such as The Ring (2002), Star Trek: Nemesis (2002), and The Substance of Things Hoped For (2006). On television, she has guest-starred in shows including Grey's Anatomy, The Office, Law & Order: SVU, Without a Trace, Frasier, Gilmore Girls, NYPD Blue, and multiple Star Trek series (The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine). She has received awards such as an Obie Award and a Theatre World Award for her stage performances. Cochran is also involved in teaching acting and remains active in both screen and stage roles.
Movie Appearances
Star Trek: Nemesis
as Senator Tal'aura
2002
The Ring
as Anna Morgan
2002
Treasure Island: The Adventure Begins
as Laura Wallace
1994
The Haunting of Seacliff Inn
as Sheriff Tomizack
1994
The Twin
as Shelby
2025
The Substance of Things Hoped For
as Dr. Drury
2006
The Babe
as Flapper
1992
Witness Protection
as Psychologist
1999
Captive State
as Kathy Mulligan
2019
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
as Rosanna
2025
TV Appearances
Saved by the Bell: The New Class
as Ms. Richards
1993
Grey's Anatomy
as Mary Singleton
2005
Numb3rs
as Doctor Iverson
2005
Star Trek: The Next Generation
as Kalita
1987
L.A. Law
as D.D.A. Ms. Schiff
1986
The Unit
2006
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
as Cindy Cramer / Sarah
1999
Without a Trace
as Dr. Witmer
2002
Frasier
as Bank Manager
1993
Full House
1987
Close to Home
as Meredith
2005
Modern Family
as Nancy Decker
2009