Biography
Gail Everett-Smith, actor of 35 years, began a career as a television actor in the series "In The Heat of The Night, as a maid Matilda. Gail has appeared in television and film throughout her career. And even made a few very funny commercials. Gail continues to study the Chubbuck Technique with Coach Jonna Naegle and is a Certified Chubbuck Coach via zoom under the guidance of Coach Jonna. A SAG Professional actress 70+ years old, African American, American Indian and ambiguous grandmother of 17 grandchildren & 6 great grands. Gail remains active physically with yoga and riding her 3 wheel bike as well as coaching private students.
Filmography
Cast Credits
Dexter: Resurrection
Character: Mariama
TV • 2025
The Bondsman
Character: Dot
TV • 2025
Lady in the Lake
Character: Auntie Turner
TV • 2024
The Best Man: The Final Chapters
Character: Ursula
TV • 2022
Till
Character: Church Elder
MOVIE • 2022
Panhandle
Character: Tanika Sway
TV • 2022
PIECES OF HER
Character: Old Woman
TV • 2022
Single Black Female
Character: Mrs. Fletcher
MOVIE • 2022
Abbott Elementary
Character: Virginia
TV • 2021
A Loud House Christmas
Character: Nana Gayle
MOVIE • 2021
Horror Noire
Character: Conjure Woman (segment 'Bride Before You')
MOVIE • 2021
Sweet Magnolias
Character: Rachel
TV • 2020
Dynasty
Character: Dottie
TV • 2017
Queen Sugar
Character: Woman on the side of the road
TV • 2016
Fatal Attraction
Character: Mother Reed
TV • 2013
In the Heat of the Night
Character: Matilda Carson
TV • 1988