Jane Kaczmarek is an American actress who has made her mark in films, TV, and theater with great élan, earning appreciation and awards for her brilliant performances. With a rich body of work, this versatile actor is best known for playing ‘Lois’ in the American TV sitcom ‘Malcolm in the Middle.’ Her brilliant performance in the series not only garnered her widespread popularity but also won her a ‘Satellite Award.’ She also earned several award nominations, including seven ‘Emmy’ nominations and three ‘Golden Globe’ nominations. A few of her other notable TV series include ‘Equal Justice’ and ‘Raising the Bar.’ She also featured in several TV movies, such as ‘Without Warning’ and ‘Reviving Ophelia.’ She made her film debut in the early 1980s and landed up with her first notable film role in the American romantic-drama ‘Falling in Love.’ This was followed by an array of films, including starring roles in ‘The Heavenly Kid’ and ‘The Boat Builder.’ While advancing with her on-screen career, Jane also appeared in the ‘Broadway’ hits ‘Lost in Yonkers’ and ‘Raised in Captivity,’ with the latter winning her an ‘L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award.’