Stephanie Zimbalist

Stephanie Zimbalist is an American actress best known for playing Laura Holt on the NBC detective series *Remington Steele* (1982–1987).

Stephanie Zimbalist is an American actress best known for playing Laura Holt on the NBC detective series *Remington Steele* (1982–1987). She has also worked in television films, stage productions, and audiobook narration. Born in New York City, she comes from a family with notable musical and acting ties.

Early life and family

Stephanie Zimbalist was born in New York City on October 8, 1956, and grew up in Los Angeles. She is the daughter of actor Efrem Zimbalist Jr. and Loranda Stephanie Spalding, and part of a family noted for both acting and classical music. Her grandfather was violinist and composer Efrem Zimbalist, and her grandmother was soprano Alma Gluck.

Career

Zimbalist became widely known for *Remington Steele*, where she played private investigator Laura Holt. Her career also includes television films, theatre, and voice work, with later stage appearances and audiobook projects. She trained at the Juilliard School before beginning her acting career.

Notable roles and recognition

Her screen credits include *Centennial*, *The Awakening*, *The Magic of Lassie*, and *Caroline?*. She has also appeared in stage productions such as *The Baby Dance* and other theatre works. She received recognition for performances in productions such as *Caroline?*, *The Baby Dance*, and *The Story Lady*.

Personal background and training

Zimbalist studied at the Juilliard School before entering professional acting. Sources also note that she has continued to work selectively in theatre and narration rather than maintaining a constant screen presence.