I did theater at Carnegie, and in Pittsburgh and New York.
I have a son, Mason, who is disabled - cerebral palsy - and he does not walk independently, sit independently or speak. He uses a talking computer. I started becoming an advocate for him when he was 3 years old.
I knew that I wanted to be an actor. Then it became about whether acting wanted me. So, I gave it a shot. It hasn't worked out too bad, so far.
I went to college in Pittsburgh at Carnegie Mellon University... studied acting there. Then I went to New York for about five years. I moved out here about 10 years ago.
The world is changing and the physical barriers are down now. It's time for the emotional barriers to go down. And what better place to start than school?
There are amazing schools and amazing educators that are doing a wonderful job. And then there are a lot of educators that are not prepared to deal with inclusive education. They haven't been trained. It's really quite lovely and easy when you understand how to do it.
Laura supports many charities, she appeared at the Environmental Media Awards, and the 'Voices for Change' gala benefit and concert benefitting children with disabilities.
Laura's favorite actors are Matt Damon and Harrison Ford.
Laura's hobbies include: gymnastics, ice skating, horseback riding, ballet, golf, and playing the piano.
Laura's character in Just Shoot Me is named Maya Gallo, which in Italian means 'Mayan Rooster'.
Laura played opposite Julia Roberts, as Kit DeLuca in the smash hit Pretty Woman, in 1990. The film won the Peoples Choice Award for 'Best Comedy' and 'Best Film'.
Laura's debut film, Sex, Lies, and Videotape won the Grand Prize Award at the Cannes Fim Festival in 1989.
Laura played the lead in many of her high school's plays, which encouraged her to pursue a career in acting.
Laura's agent insisted that her name not be listed in the credits for her voice work in the animated series Gargoyles.
Laura is the cousin of Torry Castellano from The Donnas.
Originally Just Shoot Me was supposed to star Laura and focus on Maya's personal and work life however the writers soon decided to focus on the office. By the 3rd season David Spade became the main character of the show.
In a February 2000 interview with Maxim, cast member David Spade noted that Just Shoot Me headquarters would constantly receive letters regarding Laura San Giacomo's large breasts from viewers.
Laura was nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role at BAFTA Awards for SEX, LIES, AND VIDEOTAPE (1990).
Laura loves sneakers and vintage clothing.
Laura made her first public appearance in nearly a year on October 19, 2005. Laura made an appearance at the 15th Annual Environmental Media Awards. She was wearing a long beige coat, black slacks and a black turtleneck sweater.
Laura's last name is pronounced San Jee-ah-co-mo.
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