Maria O'Brien
Known for ActingBorn 1950-08-14 — died 2026-02-24Los Angeles, California, USA
Maria O'Brien (August 14, 1950 – February 24, 2026) was an American actress and acting coach. She was the daughter of actors Edmond O'Brien and Olga San Juan, and sister of voice actor Brendan O'Brien. She was best known as a character actress, but she also had a recurring role on a few television series, such as Ave 43 and The Life and Times of Eddie Roberts. She was also an acting coach on soap operas, such as Days of Our Lives, Sunset Beach, and Passions.
Known for
Smile
1975 · as Maria
The Choirboys
1977 · as Carrier 2's Wife
Howard
2018 · as Maria (archive footage)
The Incredible Shrinking Woman
1981 · as Neighbor
Protocol
1984 · as Donna
Dead on Arrival
2018 · as Neighbor
In a Stranger's Hand
1991 · as Paula
Promised a Miracle
1988
In the Best Interest of the Child
1990 · as Carla
Good Luck
1997 · as Peggy
Shell Game
1975 · as Lola Ramirez
In Sickness and in Health
1992 · as Nancy
PSI Factor
1980
Your Mother Wears Combat Boots
1989 · as Carla