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Shannon Cochran

Aug 07, 1958 (67 years old) in Greensboro - North Carolina - USA

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.

Known For

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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Cindy Cramer / Sarah
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Grey's Anatomy
Mary Singleton
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NCIS
Mallory Linn
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The Office
Helene Beesly
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Modern Family
Nancy Decker
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Frasier
Bank Manager
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Desperate Housewives
Meg Butler
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Seinfeld
Sheila
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NCIS: Los Angeles
Dr. Susan Rathburn
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Gilmore Girls
Meena

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