Linda Hunt, renowned for her role as Hetty Lange on “NCIS,” was born on April 2, 1945, in Morristown, New Jersey. Raised in Westport, Connecticut, she pursued acting and achieved Broadway success, earning a Tony nomination in 1984. Linda transitioned to film, winning an Academy Award for her role in “The Year of Living Dangerously.”
Apart from her illustrious career, Linda, diagnosed with hypopituitary dwarfism, has faced challenges due to her height. In her personal life, she has been in a partnership with Karen Kline since 1978, marrying in 2008. They share a Hollywood Craftsman home, a 1919 bungalow, beautifully renovated and adorned with vintage furnishings.
Despite a car accident setback in 2018, Linda swiftly recovered and continued her work on “NCIS.” At 76, she finds joy in her home with her 70-year-old spouse and their cherished dogs. Linda’s resilience and contentment reflect a life well-lived.
