Veronica Cartwright is an English-born American actress who is popular for her roles in science-fiction films like ‘Invasion of the Body Snatchers’ and ‘Alien’. She has spent almost sixty years in the film and television industry, making a name for herself with over 140 credits under her belt. Over the course of her lengthy career, she has managed to create a niche for herself despite seldom playing the leading character in films or television shows. Her most notable works in films and television shows include ‘Daniel Boone ‘, ‘Invasion of the Body Snatchers’, ‘Alien’, ‘The Witches of Eastwick’, ‘Tanner '88’, ‘L.A. Law’, ‘The X-Files’, and ‘Resurrection’. Till date, the ‘Alien’ actress has been nominated for several awards—an indication of her powerful acting skills in critically acclaimed roles throughout her career.