Born on September 11, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, she is an accomplished American actress known for her versatile roles in film, television, and theater. She gained critical acclaim for her performance in "Twice in a Lifetime" (1985), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. With a career spanning several decades, she is also recognized for her roles in "Field of Dreams" (1989) and "Uncle Buck" (1989). She is married to actor Ed Harris, with whom she often collaborates.