Mary McDonnell was born April 28, 1952, Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, USA - American actress theater, film and television. She was nominated for an Oscar for her roles in the films "Dancing with Wolves" and "Passion Fish." It is also known for the role of President Laura Roslin in the series "Star Cruiser" Galaxy ". Currently, she plays a major role in the television series "Especially Serious Crimes". Mary McDonnell, born in Wilkes-Barre, spent her childhood and youth in Ithaca. After graduating from New York University in Fredonia (1974), she studied at the school of acting and joined the Long Wharf theater group, where she served more than twenty years.

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