Quick Facts
Born:
1934-03-04
Birthplace:
Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Credits:
103 Total Roles
Anne Haney
Acting
The MovieWise Take
"Anne Haney was the ultimate cinematic secret weapon, effortlessly stealing scenes with a dry, impeccably timed wit that could ground even the wildest comedies. Her legacy is defined by an uncanny ability to radiate warmth and skepticism in equal measure, proving that a true character actor is the heartbeat of any classic."
Biography
Anne Haney (born Anne Ryan Thomas; March 4, 1934 – May 26, 2001) was an American actress of stage and screen, perhaps best known for her roles as social worker Mrs. Sellner in Mrs. Doubtfire and Greta the secretary in Liar Liar.
Haney appeared in the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "The Survivors" as Rishon Uxbridge, and later appeared as aBajoran arbitrator in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Dax". She was a regular guest-star during the syndicated run ofMama's Family, playing Alberta Meechum, the nemesis of Thelma Harper. On Our House she played fussy neighbor Virginia Taft. She was also a regular guest-star of L.A. Law, playing Judge Marilyn Travelini. She guest starred on Cheers, Designing Women, The Golden Palace, Charmed, Boy Meets World,Columbo, ER, and Curb Your Enthusiasm as the mother of Mary Steenburgen's character. One of her last appearances was in the Ally McBeal season 4 episode "Reasons to Believe" (which aired on January 8, 2001).
On May 26, 2001, Haney died of heart failure at age 67.
Haney appeared in the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "The Survivors" as Rishon Uxbridge, and later appeared as aBajoran arbitrator in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine episode "Dax". She was a regular guest-star during the syndicated run ofMama's Family, playing Alberta Meechum, the nemesis of Thelma Harper. On Our House she played fussy neighbor Virginia Taft. She was also a regular guest-star of L.A. Law, playing Judge Marilyn Travelini. She guest starred on Cheers, Designing Women, The Golden Palace, Charmed, Boy Meets World,Columbo, ER, and Curb Your Enthusiasm as the mother of Mary Steenburgen's character. One of her last appearances was in the Ally McBeal season 4 episode "Reasons to Believe" (which aired on January 8, 2001).
On May 26, 2001, Haney died of heart failure at age 67.
Known For
Mrs. Doubtfire
Mrs. Sellner
Liar Liar
Greta
Charmed
Aunt Gail
Star Trek: The Next Generation
Rishon Uxbridge
Psycho
Mrs. Chambers
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Renora
ER
Mrs. Packer
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Mary's Mother
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Curb Your Enthusiasm TV | Mary's Mother |
| 2000 | The Geena Davis Show TV | Self |
| 1999 | Popular TV | Nurse Gretchen |
| 1999 | Family Law TV | Etta Black |
| 1999 | Movie Stars TV | Francine Hardin |
| 1999 | The Out-of-Towners MOVIE | Woman in Bathroom |
| 1999 | Forces of Nature MOVIE | Emma |
| 1999 | Providence TV | Mary Aliperti |
| 1998 | Psycho MOVIE | Mrs. Chambers |
| 1998 | Charmed TV | Aunt Gail |