Laura Linney is an American actress who has been active in the entertainment industry since the early 1990s. She is best known for her roles in films such as The Truman Show, Mystic River, and Love Actually. She has also starred in several television series, including Tales of the City, Frasier, and The Big C. Linney has won numerous awards for her acting, including three Emmy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards.