Lin Tucci

Lin Tucci (born Linda Petrucci, February 8, 1960) is an American actress. Tucci is known for her performance as Henrietta "Mama" Bazoom in the film Showgirls. She also performed in the number of theater productions, and co-starred in several films.

Tucci became interested in acting while in High School in Rhode Island. She plays the role of Anita DeMarco, an outspoken Jersey-Italian inmate.

Filmography Year Title Role Notes 1995 ShowgirlsHenrietta 'Mama' BazoomNominated — Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actress 1998 Law & OrderAmy CardenasEpisode: "Agony" 2001 NuncrackersSr. M. Winifred 2007 NunsensationsFilomena 2007 Brooklyn RulesAunt Louise 2009 How to Seduce Difficult WomenSheila 2013–2017, 2019 Orange Is the New BlackAnita DeMarcoRecurring role, 45 episodesScreen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series (2015-2017)Nominated — Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series (2018) 2014 AltoMrs. Lina Cappelletti