Her filmography was a masterclass in range. She was a muse for director Christopher Guest, starring in his iconic mockumentaries such as “Best in Show” and “A Mighty Wind,” where her improvisational roots shone brightly.
She also occupied a special place in the macabre and whimsical world of Tim Burton, appearing as Delia Deetz in the original 1988 “Beetlejuice” and returning decades later for the 2024 sequel. It was on the set of the original “Beetlejuice” that she met her husband, production designer Bo Welch. The couple married in 1992 and built a life together in Los Angeles, raising two sons, Matthew and Luke. Their partnership was a constant in an industry often defined by volatility, with Welch frequently seen by her side at industry events.
