Courtney Thorne-Smith: Summary

Recent Role:: Cheryl on According to Jim

Gender:: Female

Birthday:: 11-8-1967

Birthplace:: San Francisco, California, USA

Birth Name:: Courtney Thorne Smith

AKA:: Courtney Thorne Smith

Courtney Thorne-Smith has become one of Hollywood's most sought-after actresses. After first gaining international attention on the phenomenal primetime soap opera, Melrose Place, she catapulted to further acclaim playing Georgia in Fox Television's Emmy-winning series, Ally McBeal. This fall, she returns to ABC's According to Jim, co-starring Jim Belushi and Kimberly Williams-Paisley, and Larry Joe Campbell.

Born in Mill Valley, California, Thorne-Smith first realized her love of acting while performing in her kindergarten production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. She was discovered in high school when 20th Century Fox was searching for a new face to play Charlie Sheen's girlfriend in their feature film, Lucas. Soon after, she was officially bitten by the acting bug; she canceled her plans to attend Allegheny College in Pennsylvania, moved to L.A. and has not looked back since.

Her combination of talent and beauty has enabled Thorne-Smith to build a long acting resume. Other film credits include featured roles in Summer School, Revenge of the Nerds II, Side Out, and Chairman of the Board. She has also starred in several theatrical productions, including Masking, Rainbow, Don't Be Cruel, and Sincerely Confused. But it is her substantial work on television that has produced her most notable recognition. She played Alison Parker for five seasons on Melrose Place, starred in the NBC series Day By Day and had a recurring role as Harry Hamlin's Laker Girl girlfriend on the hit series L.A. Law. She has also appeared in the series Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Anything But Love, and the television films Beauty's Revenge, Tour of Duty, First Flight -- with Beau Bridges -- "Infidelity," and made a guest appearance as the object of Norm Macdonald's desire on Norm.

When Thorne-Smith auditioned with Aaron Spelling for a series pilot about young doctors, Spelling was so impressed that he had six more projects sent to her doorstep the next day. The one that caught her eye was Melrose Place. For her portrayal as the constantly put-upon Alison, TV Guide praised her as "one of the standout stars of (the) glossy ensemble cast -- and the hottest cat ever to scratch and snarl on the sun-scorched roof of Melrose Place."

Thorne-Smith has also donned the hat of professional writer. Having started with a feature article in Self magazine, she has been a contributing editor for that publication and has also written for In and Allure magazines. Last year she was a spokesperson for the Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation, Race for the Cure. In support of the foundation, she appeared on the cover of "Special K," "Special K Red Berries," and "Smart Start" cereals.

Thorne-Smith currently resides in Los Angeles where she enjoys relaxing with her dogs, Norman and Ed. George. She spends her free time reading, working out and hanging out with friends.

Courtney Thorne-Smith has become one of Hollywood's most sought-after actresses. After first gaining international attention on the phenomenal primetime soap opera, Melrose Place, she catapulted to further acclaim playing Georgia in Fox Television's Emmy-winning series, Ally McBeal. This fall, she returns to ABC's According to Jim, co-starring Jim Belushi and...

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cactusjack39
member since: Nov 1, 2008
She is talented. ...Continue »
I will admit that Courtney Thorne-Smith is the only reason why I even bothered watching According to Jim. I only watched it once or twice. But when I did watch it, I thought that she was hot! I really wondered how could an overweight slouch get a smokin' hot wife like that? I have to say I could barely contain myself. I think she is a good actress and a good supporting star for any show. I don't know if she could carry a show all by herself, but I guess it would be interesting. Overall, she is pretty decent. Thank you.
03/01/09 07:26pm | report abuse
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emsung
member since: Oct 30, 2006
Courtney Thorne-Smith is not only beautiful but also talented. She was great as Alison Parker on Melrose Place. On According to Jim, she is hilarious, but I prefer her in a dramatic role. Courtney is definitely one of tv's most beautiful actresses. ...Continue »
I think Courtney Thorne-Smith was best as Alison Parker on Melrose Place. She fit the role perfectly as the good girl amongst all the vixens. I think she is a genuine, talented actress and one of the most captivating on tv today. I liked her teenage movie roles in Summer School and Revenge of the Nerds II. I hope Courtney continues to get great roles in primetime tv. She deserves to be more recognized for her talent! According to Jim is a nice family show, but I prefer to see Courtney in a more adventurous role, i.e. in a soap opera/dramedy. She sure is stunning and beautiful.
10/29/06 07:32pm | report abuse
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GeorgeJobson
member since: Oct 3, 2006
I love Courtney Thorne-Smith ...Continue »
I've been following the career of Courtney Throne-Smith since the 1980's and I can't help it. she's a beautiful woman and I'm in love with her. I wrote her a few letter, I sure hope she get them all. I have some pictures of her at home. One picture of her make out with Ally MaBeal. she is very gorgeous and beautiful. she is also talented. I can't go one day without thinking about her. I haven't see "According to jim." If I do it would be because od sexy gal . She's a one-of-a-kind. What's her name Again:Courtney Throne-Smith. she's a treasure.
10/26/06 10:19am | report abuse
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dmarex
member since: Apr 26, 2005
An amazing actress. ...Continue »
Even since I saw Courtney Thorne-Smith for the first time on television, I was charmed. A beautifal and talented actress was attracting all people around the world with her amazing performance of Alison Parker on "Melrose Place." Since then, Courtney was in a lot more projects, and she always did her best to play the part. Currently, you can watch her in "According to Jim," a pretty good comedy series, where she plays a mother of two children. During her career, Courtney always played the parts that suit her. From a single woman to a married woman, Courtney always looked the best, and did an amazing performance wherever she played.
08/30/06 02:46am | report abuse
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loverob
member since: Feb 24, 2006
Watchable in anything she's in. ...Continue »
CTS played Melrose Place's Alison, a wholesome girl who was often at odds with all around her. She wasn't at all sugary in her portrayal as MP's put upon heroine, but simply engaging.

After 5 seasons CTS left MP and co-starred in Ally McBeal as Georgia, she was Ally's colleague and married to Billy, Ally's childhood sweetheart. By the 3rd season the character of Georgia paled considerably when Billy was killed off(actor Gil Bellows wanted out), and disappeared without much of a mention. CTS and Gil Bellows both returned for the show's finale.

For a while CTS modelled for Almay cosmetics and later turned up in the comedy According to Jim. This knockabout sitcom has been running for some time now and with it's co-stars(James Belushi, Kimberley Williams) is far more worthy of her talents.

PS
It beats Ally McBeal anyday.
04/12/06 04:17pm | report abuse