Diane Salinger
Actor
Biography
Diane Louise Salinger (born January 25, 1951) is an American actress and voice actress known for her distinctive character roles across film, television, and stage. She gained recognition for her role as Apollonia in the television series "Carnivà le" (2003–2005) and appeared in notable films such as "Pee-wee's Big Adventure," "Batman Returns," and "Ghost World". With a career marked by versatility, Salinger has performed in popular TV shows including "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "ER," "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," and "Law & Order". Beyond acting, she is a dedicated teacher and director who founded an acting workshop for at-risk youth and has directed theatrical pieces for high-profile audiences.
Filmography
Ghost World
as Psychiatrist 2001
Pee-wee's Big Adventure
as Simone 1985
The Scarlet Letter
as Margaret Bellingham 1995
Bird
as Baroness Nica 1988
Alice
as Carol 1990
Rest Stop
as The Mother 2006
Pee-wee's Big Holiday
as Penny King 2016
The Butcher's Wife
as Trendoid 1991
Terri
as Mrs. Vick 2011
The Morning After
as Isabel Harding 1986
Creature
as Melanie Bryce 1985
Rest Stop: Don't Look Back
as The Mother 2008
All Hallow's Eve
as Delayna Hallow 2016
20 Years After
as Margaret 2008
Love's Long Journey
as Barbara Taylorson 2005
Dark House
as Ms. Janet Darrode 2009