Betty Thomas

Biography

Betty Thomas is a versatile American actress and filmmaker, best known for her seven Emmy nominations for her portrayal of Sergeant Lucy Bates on Hill Street Blues. She has also appeared in notable roles in films like Troop Beverly Hills and Jackson County Jail. As a director, Thomas made history with Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel, which held the record for highest-grossing film directed by a solo woman at its release.