Stephanie Zimbalist is an American actress best known for her role as Laura Holt in the television series Remington Steele, which aired from 1982 to 1987. Born on October 8, 1956, in New York City, she comes from a family with a strong theatrical background, as her father was actor Eliot Zimbalist Jr. and her mother was actress Lorraine Zimbalist. In addition to her work on television, Zimbalist has appeared in various films and stage productions. She has received acclaim for her performances and has been involved in numerous charitable activities, particularly those supporting the arts and education.