The actress who played the role of Tootsie in the 1982 movie of the same name is named Jessica Lange, but the crossword solution for TOOTSIE ACTRESS is GARR, which is the surname of the actress who played the role of Dorothy Michaels, the character Lange portrayed in the film. The actress's full name is Teri Garr. She is an American actress, comedian, and dancer who has appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career.