Annie Parisse

A versatile actress with an extensive career in television, film and theatre, Annie Parisse's compelling combination of intensity and femininity made her known for playing tough but human characters in positions of authority, most often in law enforcement. Her most notable television roles were as assistant District Attorney Alexandra Borgia on two seasons of "Law & Order" (NBC 1990-2010) and as FBI agent Debra Parker opposite Kevin Bacon in Kevin Williamson's cult thriller "The Following" (Fox 2013-15). She also achieved acclaim for her role as Julia Snyder in the long-running soap opera "As the World Turns" (CBS 1956-2010), while her film roles include supporting parts in "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" (2003), "National Treasure" (2004), "Monster-in-Law" (2005) and "Definitely, Maybe" (2008).