Maria Howell
Actor
Gastonia, North Carolina, USA
Active 1985–present
Wanda Maria Howell is an American actress and also a singer. Maria was born in Gastonia, North Carolina and graduated from Winston-Salem State University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Filmography
Beyond the Gates (2025) — Tracy Tyler · TracyThe Vampire Diaries (2009) — Ayana · Mrs. HalpernHidden Figures (2016) — Ms. SumnerThe Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) — SeederCriminal Minds (2005) — Dr. Lode BarrenThe Blind Side (2009) — CPS Welfare WorkerThe Resident (2018) — Judge Lola RawlinsAmerican Made (2017) — NSC WomanThe Color Purple (1985) — Church Choir Soloist (uncredited)Allegiant (2016) — Council MemberThe Good Lie (2014) — INS AgentWhat to Expect When You're Expecting (2012) — Jules' DoctorRevolution (2012) — Grace BeaumontGigi & Nate (2022) — Chairman FillingAddicted (2014) — NinaDevious Maids (2013) — Ida HayesDaddy's Little Girls (2007) — WifeSpeechless (2016) — Christine (voice)The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles (1992) — GoldieArmy Wives (2007) — Counselor · Major BarcenillaFinding Carter (2014) — Delilah CastroA Christmas Love Story (2019) — CarolSummer Camp (2024) — JudySons 2 the Grave (2022) — Ruth Jennings