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Teri Hatcher

Teri Lynn Hatcher is an American actress, author, and former NFL cheerleader known for her work in television and film.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Teri Lynn Hatcher is an American actress and author known for television roles including Lois Lane in *Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman* and Susan Mayer in *Desperate Housewives*.

Early life and career

Born in Palo Alto, California, on December 8, 1964, Hatcher began appearing in television roles in the mid-1980s after a brief stint as an NFL cheerleader. Her early work built a foundation for a career spanning both television and feature films.

Breakthrough roles

Hatcher gained broad recognition as Lois Lane in *Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman*. She later appeared as Paris Carver, a Bond girl, in the 1997 James Bond film *Tomorrow Never Dies*, cementing her place in pop culture.

Desperate Housewives and other work

Her portrayal of Susan Mayer in *Desperate Housewives* earned major award nominations and wins. Beyond acting, Hatcher has worked as an author, singer, and director, reflecting a career across several entertainment fields.

In short

  • Began screen career in the mid-1980s.
  • Gained fame as Lois Lane in *Lois & Clark*.
  • Played Bond girl Paris Carver in *Tomorrow Never Dies*.
  • Won major awards for Susan Mayer in *Desperate Housewives*.

Quick questions

Who is Teri Hatcher?
Teri Hatcher is an American actress, singer, author, and former NFL cheerleader known for major television and film roles.
What is Teri Hatcher best known for?
She is best known for playing Lois Lane in *Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman* and Susan Mayer in *Desperate Housewives*.
When was Teri Hatcher born?
She was born on December 8, 1964.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teri_Hatcher
    Supports: Birth date, birth place, occupations, years active, and major roles.
  2. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teri_Hatcher
    Supports: Nationality and major roles in Lois & Clark, Tomorrow Never Dies, and Desperate Housewives.
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/teri-hatcher/
    Supports: Birth date, birth place, and career overview including Lois & Clark.
  4. Infoplease — https://www.infoplease.com/people/h/teri-hatcher
    Supports: Biographical details and major roles including Lois & Clark, Tomorrow Never Dies, and Desperate Housewives.