Gail Everett-Smith
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.
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- Fayetteville, Georgia, USA
Known for
- Dynasty (2017) — Dottie
- Dexter: Resurrection (2025) — Mariama
- Till (2022) — Church Elder
- Abbott Elementary (2021) — Virginia
- The Bondsman (2025) — Dot
- Sweet Magnolias (2020) — Rachel
- PIECES OF HER (2022) — Old Woman
- The Four Seasons (2025) — Aunt Pam
- A Loud House Christmas (2021) — Nana Gayle
- Queen Sugar (2016) — Woman on the side of the road
- Lady in the Lake (2024) — Auntie Turner
- In the Heat of the Night (1988) — Matilda Carson
- The Best Man: The Final Chapters (2022) — Ursula
- Panhandle (2022) — Tanika Sway
- Horror Noire (2021) — Conjure Woman (segment 'Bride Before You')
- Single Black Female (2022) — Mrs. Fletcher