In 2006, Jeanne Tripplehorn landed a role that brought her back to the spotlight in a big way.
The acclaimed series follows the Fundamentalist Mormon Henrickson family who still practice polygamy.
The next few years she had supporting roles in small films, including , , and ; and in 1999 starred opposite in the British romantic comedy.
The film was adored by critics, and awards season wasn't stingy with accolades.
And no, that wasn't a guarantee.
She began her career on stage, acting in several plays throughout the early 1990s, including 's on Broadway.