Jacqueline Brookes was an American actress who is best known for her roles in The Good Son, The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear, and Sea of Love. She had a long and successful career in theater and television, making a significant impact in the world of acting.
Personal and Family Life
Jacqueline Brookes was born on July 24, 1930, in Montclair, New Jersey. She was the daughter of Frederick Jack Brookes, an investment banker, and Maria Victoire Zur Haar. Jacqueline trained at Britain’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in the 1950s, where she developed her extensive acting skills that would serve her throughout her career.
Theatrical Career
Brookes had a rich theatrical background, performing in many significant roles on both Broadway and off-Broadway. She gained recognition for her exceptional performances in Shakespearean plays, portraying characters such as Katherine in “Taming of the Shrew,” Desdemona in “Othello,” and Lady Macbeth in “Macbeth.” Her dedication to the stage spanned five decades, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Jacqueline Brookes passed away on April 26, 2013, in Manhattan, New York City, due to lymphoma. Her legacy endures through her remarkable performances in theater and film, which continue to inspire actors and entertain audiences.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Entity | 1982-09-30 | Dr. Cooley |
| The Good Son | 1993-09-24 | Alice Davenport |
| Last Embrace | 1979-05-04 | Dr. Coopersmith |
| The Gambler | 1974-10-02 | Naomi Freed |
| Love & Money | 1981-08-28 | Mrs. Paultz |
| Without a Trace | 1983-02-04 | Margaret Mayo |
| Rodeo Girl | 1980-09-17 | Charlene |
| Ghost Story | 1981-12-18 | Milly |
| Paternity | 1981-10-02 | Aunt Ethel |
| Medea | 1983-01-01 | 1st Woman of Corinth |
| Word of Honor | 1981-01-06 | Spinner |
| The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear | 1991-06-28 | Commissioner Brumford |
| Hardhat & Legs | 1980-02-09 | Stella Botsford |
| Unholy Matrimony | 1988-10-03 | Doris |
| Starcrossed | 1985-01-31 | Dr. Hobbes |
| Act of Love | 1980-09-24 | Eugenia Cybulkowski |
| Sea of Love | 1989-09-15 | Helen’s Mother |
| One of Our Own | 1975-05-05 | Frances Hollander |
| License to Kill | 1986-12-16 | Judge Miriam Roth |
| The Werewolf of Washington | 1973-10-01 | Angela – Publisher |
| Whispers in the Dark | 1992-08-06 | Lorraine McDowell |
| Losing Isaiah | 1995-03-17 | Judge Silbowitz |
| The Hospital | 1971-12-14 | Dr. Immelman (uncredited) |
| Medea | 1959-10-12 | Second Woman of Corinth |
| Silent Witness | 1985-10-14 | Ma Dunne |
| Stacking | 1987-01-22 | Mrs. Connaloe |
| The Equalizer | 1985-09-18 | Phyllis Robertson |
| Another World | 1964-05-04 | |
| Lou Grant | 1977-09-20 | |
| Law & Order | 1990-09-13 | Trial Judge Grace Larkin |
| Star Trek: The Next Generation | 1987-09-28 | Admiral Brand |
| Nurse | 1981-04-02 | Dr. Patman |
| Jack and Mike | 1986-09-16 | Nora Adler |
| Miami Vice | 1984-09-16 | Judge Cohen |
| Great Performances | 1971-01-28 | Verena |
| The Equalizer | 1985-09-18 | Dr. Grayson |