LaTanya Richardson Jackson, born on October 21, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia, is an accomplished American actress and producer. She began her career with off-Broadway productions before transitioning to television and film.

Her performances are credited to her birth name, LaTanya Richardson, from 1989 to 2013. She has appeared in films such as "Fried Green Tomatoes" (1991), "Malcolm X" (1992), "Sleepless in Seattle" (1993), "When a Man Loves a Woman" (1994), "Losing Isaiah" (1995), "Lone Star" (1996), "U.S. Marshals" (1998), and "The Fighting Temptations" (2003).

In television, her credits include "100 Centre Street" (2001-2002), "Show Me a Hero" (2015), "Luke Cage" (2016-2018), and "Rebel" (2017). She is perhaps best known for her role as Diane Pierce, the adoptive mother of Dr. Maggie Pierce, on "Grey's Anatomy" from 2017 to 2023.

Her dedication to her craft earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Lead Actress in a Play for her performance in the 2014 revival of "A Raisin in the Sun".

LaTanya Richardson met actor Samuel L. Jackson while attending Spelman College, an all-female historically Black institution, and Morehouse College, an all-male historically Black institution, respectively.

They married in 1980 and have one daughter, Zoe Jackson, born in 1982. After her daughter's birth, she paused her career for family reasons but later returned to acting.

In recent years, LaTanya Richardson has continued to make significant contributions to the arts. She directed the Broadway revival of August Wilson's play "The Piano Lesson" in 2022, showcasing her versatility and commitment to storytelling.

Her lifestyle reflects her success and dedication to her craft. She and her husband Samuel L. Jackson have invested in various properties and assets, leading a comfortable and affluent lifestyle.

Her career is marked by a diverse range of roles and achievements. Her performances in films like "Fried Green Tomatoes," "Malcolm X," and "Sleepless in Seattle" have left a lasting impact on audiences. On television, her role in "Grey's Anatomy" and her Tony Award nomination for "A Raisin in the Sun" highlight her versatility and talent.