Star of TV's CSI: Miami, playing Detective Calleigh Duquesne, and notable film roles in The West Wing and Big Trouble.
Emily Procter is an American actress and activist, best known for her captivating performances as Ainsley Hayes in the NBC political drama The West Wing and as the seductive and brilliant Detective Calleigh Duquesne in the CBS police procedural drama CSI Miami.
Born on October 8, 1968, in Raleigh, North Carolina, Procter was adopted by William Procter, a general practitioner, and Barbara Jones, a volunteer worker. She grew up with her older brother, Whit, who is also adopted. Procter's parents divorced when she was just three years old, and she went on to attend Ravenscroft School in Raleigh.
At East Carolina University, Procter became a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority and worked as a television weather anchor at WNCT-TV in Greenville, North Carolina. She graduated with degrees in journalism and dance, setting the stage for her future acting career.
After moving to Los Angeles, Procter's father supported her attendance at acting school for two years. Before even graduating, she landed small film roles in Cameron Crowe's Jerry Maguire (1996) and the TV movie Breast Men (1997), alongside David Schwimmer and Chris Cooper.
Procter's early TV appearances include guest roles as Lana Lang in the ABC superhero drama Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1996) and as Annabel, a love interest of Joey Tribbiani, in the popular NBC sitcom Friends (1995).
In 2000, Procter played the recurring role of Associate White House Counsel Ainsley Hayes in the NBC political drama The West Wing, earning critical acclaim for her portrayal of the intelligent and feisty lawyer.
However, it was her starring role as Calleigh Duquesne in the CSI spinoff CSI Miami that catapulted Procter to international stardom. The show ran on CBS for 10 seasons, from 2002 to 2012, and earned Procter a devoted fan base.
In addition to her acting career, Procter is an active supporter of various charities, including the Rape Treatment Center at Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center and the American Red Cross.
Procter has an older brother, Whit, who is also adopted. She is a self-proclaimed "southern belle" and enjoys Pilates, yoga, and hiking in her free time.
Procter has been romantically linked to musician Paul Bryan and has a son, Philipp, born in 2010.
Emily Procter's captivating performances have made her a household name, and her commitment to philanthropy has inspired countless fans around the world. As a talented actress and dedicated humanitarian, Procter continues to dazzle audiences with her charm, wit, and beauty.
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Star of the popular TV show "CSI: Miami," known for his charismatic detective role and iconic sunglasses. He's a household name in the crime drama genre.
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An American actor with a distinctive voice, best known for playing law enforcement characters, including FBI Agent Franklin in the TV series "CSI: Miami".
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A talented performer who has made a mark in the entertainment industry through her work in film, television, and dance, earning numerous award nominations for her roles. She's particularly recognized for her portrayal of strong, complex characters.
