Teryl Rothery — Biography

From the moment she was born in Vancouver, Teryl Rothery felt the pull of the performing arts. Her journey into entertainment began at thirteen, stepping onto the stage for her initial musical production, "Bye Bye Birdie." Later, a notable performance in "Annie Get Your Gun" garnered her a Most Outstanding Performer accolade from her theater troupe. Rothery has built a lengthy career in television and film, with a recent prominent role in the successful series Stargate SG-1 (1997). Her extensive television work includes appearances on The Outer Limits (1995), The X-Files (1993), and First Wave (1998). On the cinematic front, she has shared the screen with actors like Patrick Stewart in Masterminds (1997) and David Bowie in Mr. Rice's Secret (1999). When she's not working, Rothery finds enjoyment in activities like walking, riding, and rollerblading. Her filmography also lists Urban Safari (1995), Andre (1994), and The Surgeon (1995). Within the realm of television movies, she has appeared in Who Killed My Daughter (1995), Deceived by Trust: A Moment of Truth Movie (1995), She Stood Alone: The Tailhook Scandal (1995), For the Love of Nancy (1994), and The Man Who Wouldn't Die (1994). Rothery has also made guest appearances on episodic series such as The X-Files (1993), The Commish (1991), Robin's Hoods (1994), M.A.N.T.I.S. (1994), and Cobra (1993). Her vocal talents have been lent to numerous animated series, including Exosquad (1993) and Ranma 1/2. In Stargate SG-1 (1997), Rothery portrays Dr. Janet Fraiser, the dedicated Medical Officer at the Cheyenne Mountain Facility. Dr. Fraiser's exceptional competence and deep empathy are crucial as she attends to the often extraordinary medical situations presented by SG-1 and other exploration teams.