He would go on to star in the series "Las Vegas" for 88 episodes ... Prior to starring as Emily in "Elf," Mary Steenburgen was an Academy Award-winning actress for her role in "Melvin and Howard." ...

BIRTHDAY STAR: Actor Mary Steenburgen was born in Newport ... Her other film work includes roles in “Last Vegas,” “Step Brothers,” and “Time After Time.” She earned a 1988 Emmy ...