Dot-Marie Jones

Biography

Dorothy-Marie Jones (born January 4, 1964) is an American actress and retired athlete who has had multiple roles in television. She attended California State University, Fresno, where she set records for shot put. Jones is also a 15-time world arm wrestling champion. She was a recurring guest star starting in the second season of the musical television series Glee as Coach Beiste, and appeared through the show's sixth and final season, when she was promoted to starring status. She was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series in 2011, 2012, and 2013 for her portrayal of Coach Beiste. She is also known for her roles as Coach Kelly in Lizzie McGuire and Butch Brenda in Material Girls.

Known For

American Horror Story

as Trooper Jan Remy

American Horror Story

as May

The Mentalist

as Airport Manager

Patch Adams

as Miss Meat

Modern Family

as Louise

The Boondock Saints

as Rozengurtle Baumgartener

The Rookie

as Opal - Pawn Shop Owner

Desperate Housewives

as Female Guard

2 Broke Girls

as Big Reba

iCarly

as Corrections Officer