Ann Dowd

Ann Dowd is an accomplished American actress known for her extensive work in film, television, and theater. Born on January 30, 1956, in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Dowd pursued acting and received her MFA from the Goodman School of Drama at DePaul University. Dowd gained significant recognition for her role in the 2012 film "Compliance," where she played Sandra, a fast-food restaurant manager embroiled in a disturbing scenario. This performance earned her the National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actress and a Critics' Choice Movie Award nomination. On television, Dowd is highly celebrated for her portrayal of Aunt Lydia in the Hulu series "The Handmaid's Tale," a role which won her an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2017. She has also appeared in other notable TV series such as "The Leftovers," where she received a Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Guest Performer in a Drama Series. In addition to her screen work, Dowd has a rich theater background, participating in various stage productions over her career. Known for her versatility and depth, Ann Dowd continues to be a respected and powerful presence in the acting community.