Date of birth: May 31, 1961
Full name: Leah Catherine Thompson
Birthplace: Rochester, Minnesota, USA
Height: 5 ft 4 in (163 cm)
Weight: 119 lbs (54 kg)
Lea Kathleen Thompson was born on May 31, 1961, in Rochester, Minnesota. She trained as a ballet dancer before turning to acting and directing.
Thompson played Lorraine Baines in the Back to the Future trilogy and starred in Caroline in the City. She has also directed television episodes and appeared in family and drama productions.
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Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 10, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.
