Patricia Tallman, born on September 4, 1957, in Pontiac, Illinois, is an accomplished American actress, stunt performer, and studio executive. She is best known for her roles in "Night of the Living Dead," "Star Trek," and "Babylon 5." Patricia's father, Jerry Tallman, was a radio entertainer, which likely influenced her early interest in the performing arts.

After graduating from Glenbard West High School in 1975, she pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in theater arts from Carnegie Mellon University.

Her career began in the theater, where she performed in numerous productions, including the Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera. She later moved to New York City, where she landed roles in off-Broadway productions and soap operas like "Guiding Light."

Her big break came when she was cast in George A. Romero's "Knightriders" in 1981, which led to a long working relationship with Romero. Her most notable role came as Lyta Alexander in the sci-fi series "Babylon 5," where she became a fan favorite.

Patricia Tallman has also made a name for herself as a stunt performer. She performed stunts in over 50 episodes of the "Star Trek" franchise and served as a stunt double for Laura Dern in "Jurassic Park."

Her work in the cult classic "Army of Darkness" and her role as Barbara in the remake of "Night of the Living Dead" are also well remembered.

Her personal life includes two marriages, first to Jeffrey Willerth in 1999, which ended in 2008, and then to Glenn Morrissey in 2022. She was also in a long-term relationship with J. Michael Straczynski, the creator of "Babylon 5," from 2002 to 2013.

She has one child and continues to be active in the entertainment industry, balancing her roles as an actress, stunt performer, and studio executive.

Her autobiography, "Pleasure Thresholds," published in 2011, offers a glimpse into her life and career, detailing her journey from a small-town girl to a prominent figure in Hollywood.