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