Beth Grant Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Beth Grant, born on September 18, 1949, in Gadsden, Alabama, spent her formative years in Wilmington, North Carolina. Her mother, an activist for the Equal Rights Amendment, inspired Beth's passion for the arts. After graduating from East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting and Directing, she moved to New York City to pursue her acting career. Over the years, Grant has built an impressive portfolio with over 140 film credits. Notably, she appeared in three Academy Award-winning Best Pictures: Rain Man, No Country for Old Men, and The Artist. Her versatility is evident in roles ranging from the quirky Kitty Farmer in Donnie Darko to memorable characters in Speed, A Time to Kill, and Little Miss Sunshine. On television, Grant became a familiar face with her portrayal of Beverly Janoszewski on The Mindy Project. She also had recurring roles in series like Jericho, Wonderfalls, and Pushing Daisies. Her guest appearances span popular shows such as Friends, The X-Files, CSI, and Modern Family. Beyond acting, Grant has a deep-rooted passion for theater. She has received accolades including the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award and multiple Ovation Awards for her performances in productions like The Trials and Tribulations of a Trailer Trash Housewife and Grace and Glorie. Grant's personal life is anchored by her family. She has been married to actor Michael Chieffo since 1985, and their daughter, Mary Chieffo, is also an actress, known for her role as L'Rell on Star Trek: Discovery.