Biography
Nancy Palk is a Canadian stage, film and television actress. Acclaimed actor, director, educator, born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Nancy Palk was raised in Winnipeg and London, Ontario. Her father was on the board at the Manitoba Theatre Centre when John Hirsch was the Artistic Director, and when actors such as Douglas Rain and Martha Henry were performing there. She attended the MTC drama school when she was in grade 5. She graduated with an Arts degree from Queen’s University in 1977, and from the National Theatre School of Canada (Acting) in 1979, mentored by Douglas Rain. Nancy Palk is a founding member and resident artist of Soulpepper Theatre Company. For the Company, she has acted in a wide range of plays and roles, many of which are exceptional and challenging mothers.
Movies & TV Shows
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Suits (2011) — Judy O'Brien
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Reacher (2022) — Mrs. Jobling
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The Girlfriend Experience (2016) — Professor
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Cardinal (2017) — Sandra Mason
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Private Eyes (2016) — Sergeant Lydia Sullivan
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The Gospel of John (2003) — Samaritan Woman
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Mutant X (2001) — Dr. Willett
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Hudson & Rex (2019) — Beth Phalen
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Due South (1994) — Carolyn Sherman
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The Vampire Lestat (2026) — Old Miss Piss
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Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent (2024) — Edith Cross
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King & Maxwell (2013) — Senator Haskell
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The Other Half (2016) — Katherine
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When Love Is Not Enough: The Lois Wilson Story (2010) — Joan
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Loving Christmas (2022) — Andrea
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A Bestselling Kind of Love (2024) — Janice Kilner
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Wild Card (2003) — Barb Miller
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Custody of the Heart (2000) — Rona
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Conviction (2002) — Teacher
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The Defenders: Choice of Evils (1998) — Judge Karnes
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Emily of New Moon (1998) — Charlotte Pitts
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The Defenders: Taking the First (1998) — Judge Lacey
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Monster Warriors (2006) — Aunt Agatha
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For Love of Olivia (2001) — Rose Ella Lattabee
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The Loretta Claiborne Story (2000) — Miss Rydell
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This Is Wonderland (2004) — Ms. Kelsey
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Catch and Release (2018) — Du
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H2O (2004) — Deirdre Milnes
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Mary IV (2020) — Two
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Eleanor in the Evening (2024)