What is Lara Flynn Boyle's Net Worth?
Lara Flynn Boyle is an American actress, best known for her roles on the ABC television series 'Twin Peaks' and 'The Practice.' Lara Flynn Boyle has a net worth of $12 million. She has also appeared in such films as 'Wayne's World,' 'Red Rock West,' 'Threesome,' and 'Happiness.' Boyle's other credits include the television programs 'Huff' and 'Las Vegas.'
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Lara Flynn Boyle was born on March 24, 1970, in Davenport, Iowa to Sally, a clerical worker and manager, and Michael. She is of German, Italian, and Irish descent. At six years old, her father left the family, and around this time, she was diagnosed with dyslexia. Boyle was raised in both Wisconsin and Chicago, Illinois, attending the Chicago Academy for the Arts in the latter.
In 1986, Boyle landed her first film role in John Hughes' teen comedy 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'; however, her scenes were ultimately deleted from the final cut. The following year, she appeared in episodes of 'Jack and Mike' and 'Sable,' and had a supporting role in the ABC miniseries 'Amerika.' In 1988, Boyle had her first lead role, playing Donna Gardner in the supernatural horror film sequel 'Poltergeist III.' She was subsequently in the romantic comedy 'How I Got into College' and the television films 'Terror on Highway 91' and 'The Preppie Murder.'
Television Breakthrough with 'Twin Peaks'
Boyle had her breakthrough role in 1990, playing Donna Hayward on David Lynch's 'Twin Peaks.' The series focused on the murder of homecoming queen Laura Palmer, with Boyle playing Palmer's friend who tries to solve the mystery. 'Twin Peaks' premiered in April 1990 and became a top-rated show, though it was canceled after its second season in 1991. Boyle starred in all 30 episodes.
Further Television Career
After 'Twin Peaks,' Boyle appeared in 'May Wine,' 'Past Tense,' and 'Jacob,' and guest-starred in 'Legend.' She landed a prominent role on 'The Practice,' as Assistant District Attorney Helen Gamble, staying until 2003. During her time on 'The Practice,' Boyle received an Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. She also made a crossover appearance in 'Ally McBeal' and starred in the television film 'Since You've Been Gone,' directed by and co-starring David Schwimmer.
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From 2004 to 2005, Boyle played Melody Coatar in five episodes of the Showtime drama series 'Huff.' She had another recurring role from 2005 to 2006 on the NBC dramedy 'Las Vegas,' playing new hotel owner Monica Mancuso. Later television credits included 'The House Next Door,' 'Shades of Black: The Conrad Black Story,' and a 2008 episode of 'Law & Order.'
Film Career
Between 1990 and 1991, Boyle appeared in Clint Eastwood's 'The Rookie,' 'The Dark Backward,' 'Mobsters,' and 'Eye of the Storm.' In 1992, she starred in 'Where the Day Takes You,' 'Equinox,' and 'Wayne's World,' earning an Independent Spirit Award nomination for her role in 'Equinox.' Boyle continued to land notable roles throughout the decade, including 'The Temp,' 'Red Rock West,' 'Threesome,' 'Baby's Day Out,' 'The Road to Wellville,' 'Cafe Society,' 'Afterglow,' and 'Happiness.'
In the 2000s, Boyle appeared in the heist comedy 'Chain of Fools,' the romcom 'Speaking of Sex,' and the sci-fi action comedy 'Men in Black II,' where she played the villain Serleena. Her subsequent films included 'Land of the Blind,' 'Have Dreams, Will Travel,' 'Baby on Board,' 'Life is Hot in Cracktown,' 'Hansel & Gretel Get Baked,' and 'Death in Texas.'
Personal Life
From 1990 to 1992, Boyle dated her 'Twin Peaks' co-star Kyle MacLachlan. On August 11, 1996, she married her first husband, John Patrick Dee III, with the couple divorcing two years later. Subsequently, Boyle dated actor David Spade and then Jack Nicholson. Boyle and Nicholson's relationship became public at the 1999 Emmy Awards and lasted until 2000. In 2006, Boyle married real estate investor Donald Ray Thomas II in San Antonio, Texas.
