LIZ TORRES
Liz Torres
Gender: Female
Known for: Acting
Birthday: September 27, 1947
Place of Birth: The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Elizabeth Larrieu Torres (born September 27, 1947) is an American actress, singer, and comedian. Torres is best known for her role as Mahalia Sanchez in the NBC comedy series The John Larroquette Show (1993–1996), for which she received two Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations. She is also known for her role as Patricia "Miss Patty" LaCosta in The WB family comedic drama series Amy Sherman-Palladino's Gilmore Girls (2000–07) starring Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel. In the 1970s, she played Julie Erskine on Phyllis and also had a recurring role as Teresa Betancourt on All in the Family.
Filmography
Starring
2017·
One Day at a TimeTia Bitchy
Miss Patty
2013·
Devious MaidsMirta Hernandez
2012·
ScandalFederal Judge
2007·
Private PracticeJudge Ortiz
2006·
Ugly BettyEvelyn
2005·
American Dad!Councilwoman Santos (voice)
2004·
Desperate HousewivesConnie Solis
2002·
First Monday2000·
The Brothers GarcíaTia Gaby
2000·
Gilmore GirlsMiss Patty
1998·
JesseRosa Vasquez
1997·
Over the TopRose
1996·
Moesha1995·
Caroline in the CityElizabeth
Malinal (voice), The Pig Farmer's Wife (voice), Isabel (voice), The Fairy Madrina (voice), Delores (voice)
1994·
ERSarah Wilson
1993·
The NannyConsuela
1993·
Good AdviceJuanita
1990·
City1989·
Alien Nation1989·
The Famous Teddy Z1989·
Quantum LeapAngelita Carmen Guadalupe Cecelia Jimenez
1988·
The Wonder YearsMrs. Gambino
1988·
Empty Nest1984·
Blue ThunderRosie
1984·
HunterMaria Fuentes
1982·
The New Odd CoupleMaria
1982·
Tucker's Witch1981·
Checking In1981·
Gimme a Break!Secretary
1981·
Hill Street Blues1979·
Knots LandingEmployee
1975·
Starsky & HutchAnita
Self
1944·
Golden Globe AwardsSelf - Nominee
Self
2017·
My Mom and the GirlIrlanda
Self
2008·
Expecting LoveJuanita
2005·
TaylorTeri Richards
2001·
Joe DirtBeauty College Woman
2000·
LuminariasMinerva's mother
The Tooth Fairy
1998·
The Odd Couple IIMaria
Wallace Houston
Ruby Escadrillo
1998·
Permanent MidnightDita
1997·
Smart Guy1997·
Ally McBealHanna Goldstein
1996·
Tracey Takes On...1995·
Just CauseDelores Rodriguez
1994·
A Million to JuanMrs. Delgado
Lenora's Mother
1994·
GreyhoundsMahalia Sanchez
Lt. Garcia
1992·
Rescue MeCarney
1992·
Maid for Each OtherLucy
1991·
Lena's HolidayCabbie's Wife
1990·
Gabriel's Fire1990·
Sweet 151990·
Opposites Attract1990·
Thieves of FortuneBig Rosa
1988·
SunsetRosa
Isabella D'Agostino
1988·
Addicted to His LoveBernice
1986·
L.A. LawJudge Linda Ruiz-Quinones
1986·
Kate's SecretLaura
1986·
AmericaDolores Frantico
1985·
Father of Hell TownMiss Morales
1984·
Her Life as a ManSusie
1980·
Murder Can Hurt You!Mrs. Palumbo
1980·
More Wild Wild WestJuanita
1979·
Scavenger HuntLady Zero
1976·
PinocchioThe Cat
1975·
The Jeffersons1971·
All in the FamilyTeresa Betancourt
Singer in Men's Room
Park Prostitute