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Jean Smart

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· James MacDonald

Key facts

Full name Jean Elizabeth Smart[1]
Birth date September 13, 1951[1]
Birthplace Seattle, Washington, U.S.[1]
Occupation Actress[1]
Awards Seven Primetime Emmy Awards[2]

Jean Smart is an American actress known for her television work in comedy and drama, including roles in *Designing Women*, *Frasier*, *Samantha Who?*, *24*, and *Hacks*.[2]

Context

Jean Smart was born in Seattle, Washington, on September 13, 1951.[1] She attended the University of Washington.[3] Smart is known for her roles in *Designing Women*, *Frasier*, *Samantha Who?*, *24*, and *Hacks*.[2] She has won seven Primetime Emmy Awards.[2] She was married to actor Richard Gilliland until his death in 2021.[5]

Documented claims

  • Jean Smart is acclaimed for her television work in both comedy and drama.[2]
  • Her breakout role was Charlene Frazier on *Designing Women*.[5]
  • She later played Deborah Vance on *Hacks*.[4]

Questions and answers

What did Jean Smart's husband pass away from?

The source does not specify the cause of Richard Gilliland's death.[5]

Is Jean Smart nice in real life?

The sources do not provide information about her personal demeanor.[1]

Does Jean Smart have a biological child?

The sources do not mention whether she has biological children.[1]

Did Delta Burke and Jean Smart get along?

The sources do not discuss their relationship.[1]

Sources

  1. Jean Smart - Biography — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Jean Smart Biography | Broadway Buzz — broadway.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Jean Smart | Biography | Research Starters — ebsco.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. Jean Smart Movies & TV Shows List — rottentomatoes.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  5. Jean Smart | Emmy Awards and Nominations — televisionacademy.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People