Julia Margaret Duffy (née Hinds; June 27, 1951) is an American actress. From 1983 to 1990, she played Stephanie Vanderkellen in the hit TV series
Newhart. The role garnered her critical acclaim, including seven Primetime Emmy Award nominations, three Viewers for Quality Television awards, and a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Miniseries or Television Film. Following the conclusion of
Newhart, Duffy continued to work in television, playing the original Maggie Campbell on
Baby Talk (1991) and Allison Sugarbaker on
Designing Women (1991–1992). In the 2000s, Duffy appeared in guest roles on
Reba and
Drake & Josh, as well as having supporting roles in 2003's comedy films
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