Lauren Michael Holly (born October 28, 1963) is an American actress. She is known for her roles as Deputy Sheriff Maxine Stewart in the TV series Picket Fences, as Mary Swanson in the 1994 film Dumb & Dumber, as Jenny Shepard on the TV series NCIS, and for her relationship with actor Jim Carrey.
Did you know that Lauren Holly's first major acting role was on the soap opera 'All My Children' as Julie Chandler?
Her role as Deputy Sheriff Maxine Stewart in the critically acclaimed CBS drama 'Picket Fences' (1992-1996) is often considered a career highlight. This performance earned her a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination and showcased her dramatic acting prowess.
Lauren Holly's legacy is defined by her versatile performances across popular films and long-running television series, creating memorable characters that span comedy, drama, and action genres.
Also known as: L. Holly, Lau Holly