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Julianna Margulies

Julianna Margulies is an American actress known for her television roles as Carol Hathaway on *ER* and Alicia Florrick on *The Good Wife*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Julianna Margulies is an American actress known for her television roles as Carol Hathaway on *ER* and Alicia Florrick on *The Good Wife*. She has also worked in film and theatre and has won major industry awards for her television performances.

Early life

Julianna Margulies was born in Spring Valley, New York, and her full birth name is Julianna Luisa Margulies. Public biographies identify her as an American actress who later built her career in television, film, and theatre.

Breakthrough roles

Margulies became widely known for her role as Carol Hathaway on *ER*. She later starred as Alicia Florrick on *The Good Wife*, a role that brought her additional major awards and recognition.

Stage and film work

In addition to television, Margulies has appeared in films and on stage. She made her Broadway debut in *Festen* in 2006 and returned to Broadway in 2024 in *Left on Tenth*.

Awards and recognition

Margulies has received a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and multiple Screen Actors Guild Awards. These honours reflect her prominence in American television acting.

Key facts

  • She gained wide recognition for playing nurse Carol Hathaway on NBC’s *ER* from 1994 to 2000 and again in 2009.
  • She played attorney Alicia Florrick on CBS’s *The Good Wife* from 2009 to 2016.
  • She won a Primetime Emmy Award for *ER* and later won a Golden Globe Award for *The Good Wife*.
  • Her work spans television, film, and theatre, including a Broadway return in 2024 in *Left on Tenth*.
  • She was born in Spring Valley, New York, on June 8, 1966.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Julianna Margulies?
She is an American actress best known for her roles in *ER* and *The Good Wife*.
What role made Julianna Margulies famous?
Her breakthrough role was Carol Hathaway on *ER*.
What is Julianna Margulies’s birth name?
Her birth name is Julianna Luisa Margulies.
What awards has she won?
She has won a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Is Julianna Margulies active in theatre?
Yes. She has worked on Broadway, including *Festen* in 2006 and *Left on Tenth* in 2024.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julianna_Margulies
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, career overview, notable roles, and 2024 Broadway return.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Julianna-Margulies
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, and major television roles.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000523/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and family background.
  4. Television Academy — https://www.televisionacademy.com/bios/julianna-margulies
    Supports: Awards profile and birthplace.
  5. Broadway.com — https://www.broadway.com/buzz/stars/julianna-margulies/profile/
    Supports: Broadway debut, stage credits, and 2024 Broadway return.