Laurie Fortier's journey in the entertainment industry began with a significant breakthrough when renowned Hollywood casting director Lynn Stalmaster, known for his work on iconic films such as "Tootsie" and "The Graduate", cast her in the film "To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday", alongside acclaimed actresses Michelle Pfeiffer, Peter Gallagher, and Claire Danes. This pivotal moment marked the start of a long and illustrious career, during which she has had the privilege of working with some of the most legendary figures in Hollywood, including James Gandolfini, Martin Landau, and James Caan, to name just a few.
Fortier's most recent role saw her play the character of Agatha in the final season of AMC's hit series "The Walking Dead", where she led a new tribe with conviction and strength. She also starred alongside Josh Duhamel in the USA network series "Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G", under the guidance of Emmy award-winning director Anthony Hemingway.
In addition to her work in television, Fortier has made a significant impact in film, starring in numerous movies produced by Lifetime Television, including "Into the Arms of Danger" alongside Cathy Moriarty, and most recently, "Taken In Montana", which is part of the network's True-Crime series.
Throughout her career, Fortier has demonstrated an impressive range, taking on diverse roles that showcase her versatility as an actress. She has had the privilege of guest-starring in popular shows such as "9-1-1" opposite Angela Bassett, "DC's Swamp Thing" for CW, and has appeared in multiple versions of "CSI", as well as "Hawaii Five-O", "Castle", "Rush", "Stalker", and two seasons of the Netflix original series "Hemlock Grove", alongside Bill Skarsgard and Famke Jansen.
A dedicated mother, yogi, and athlete, Fortier is grateful for the opportunities she has had to play a wide variety of characters, including mothers, warriors, male con artists, maniacs, the girl next door, high-powered attorneys, cops, perps, athletes, and even devilish villains. With her gift for versatility, Fortier has been able to bring depth and nuance to each of her roles, making her a beloved and respected figure in the entertainment industry.
