Tuesday, January 11, 2005

_____Martha Kent


Annette O'Toole (Martha Kent)

Annette O'Toole is no stranger to Superman fans. In 1983 she played the role of "Lana Lang" in Superman III. A big Superman fan, Annette came into the part of Martha to replace Cynthia Ettinger, who played her in the Smallville pilot.

Annette was born in 1954 in Houston, Texas, and began acting at a very young age doing guest appearances in shows like My Three Sons, The Partridge Family, and The Virginian. Her first major movie role was in the film 48 Hours playing the girlfriend of Nick Nolte's character. The Cat People and Superman III came soon after. She had recurring roles in Nash Bridges and appeared on the USA Network series The Huntress during the 2000-2001 season. She has also done many theater productions.

Annette is married to Lenny actor Michael McKean.

Previous Credits: (Television) The Huntress, Frasier, Boy Meets World, My Three Sons, The Virginian, The Partridge Family, The Rookies, Police Woman, S.W.A.T., Barnaby Jones, The Outer Limits, Nash Bridges, Law & Order, (Movies) Stand By Your Man, The Cat People, 48 Hours, Superman III, Copacabana, The Kennedys of Massachusetts, The Christmas Box, My Brother's Keeper, Here on Earth

Upcoming/Current Credits: (Movies) Temptation

The Kents (Jonathan and Martha)

* The Kents will play a larger role with the series than in previous incarnations, especially since they are the only ones who are in on Clark's secret. As the show begins they are unsure whether or not to tell Clark the truth about where he came from.