Linda Purl

Linda Purl

Known For

Mighty Joe Young

Biography

Linda Purl (born September 2, 1955) is an American actress and singer, perhaps best known for portraying Charlene Matlock on Matlock.

Movies Featuring Linda Purl

Hollywood Grit

Hollywood Grit (2025)

as Eleanor Rhodes
Paul's Promise

Paul's Promise (2022)

as Minnie Holderfield
Doomsday Mom

Doomsday Mom (2021)

as Kay Woodcock
The Swing of Things

The Swing of Things (2020)

as Sherry Fairfax-Rothstein
Bender

Bender (2016)

as Mrs. Thomas
Criminal Intent

Criminal Intent (2005)

as Kirsten Sorensen
Frozen Impact

Frozen Impact (2003)

as Dr. Christy Blanchard
The Perfect Tenant

The Perfect Tenant (2000)

as Jessica Michaels
Holy Joe

Holy Joe (1999)

as Joan Wolrod
Natural Causes

Natural Causes (1994)

as Jessie McCarthy
Natural Causes

Natural Causes (1994)

as Jessie MacCarthy
Accidental Meeting

Accidental Meeting (1994)

as Maryanne Bellmann
Body Language

Body Language (1992)

as Norma Suffield
Secrets

Secrets (1992)

as Jane Adams
Before the Storm

Before the Storm (1991)

as Kate Del 'Amico
Under Cover

Under Cover (1991)

as Kate Del'Amico
Viper

Viper (1988)

as Laura Maculla
Dark Mansions

Dark Mansions (1986)

as Shellane Victor
Pleasures

Pleasures (1986)

as Eve Harper
Outrage!

Outrage! (1986)

as Arlene Robbins
Visiting Hours

Visiting Hours (1982)

as Sheila Munroe
The Flame Is Love

The Flame Is Love (1979)

as Emmaline Nevada 'Vada' Holtz
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Like Normal People (1979)

as Virginia Rae Hensler
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State Fair (1976)

as Bobbie Jean Shaw
Jory

Jory (1973)

as Amy Barron
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Time Travelers (1966)

as Farrington's Daughter