| Lettie Mae Thornton | |
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| Lettie Mae Thornton | |
| Continuity: | True Blood |
| Notability: | Supporting character |
| Gender: | Female |
| Location: | Bon Temps, Louisiana |
| Known relatives: | Joe Thornton [1] Reverend Daniels [2] Tara Thornton [3] Ruby Jean Reynolds [4] Lafayette Reynolds [5] |
| Status: | Alive |
| Introduction: | "The First Taste" |
| Final: | "Thank You" |
| Actor: | Adina Porter |
Lettie Mae Daniels, née Thornton is a recurring character on the HBO television series True Blood. Played by actress Adina Porter, she was introduced in the second episode from season one entitled "The First Taste".
Overview[]
Lettie Mae Thornton is initially presented as the abusive, alcoholic mother of Tara Thornton. Convinced that she has a demon residing in her, she enlists the aid of an alleged voodoo practioner named Miss Jeanette. Although Miss Jeanette is later revealed to be a fraud, the faux exorcism she conducts on Lettie Mae serves it's purpose, and she believes that she is cured of her demons. She then finds strength in her faith and begins a relationship with a local minister named Reverend Daniels, whom she subsequently marries.
Biography[]
Notes & Trivia[]
- The character of Lettie Mae Thornton was created by author Charlaine Harris and expanded upon by True Blood showrunner Alan Ball and director Scott Winant.
- Actress Adina Porter became a regular cast member on True Blood with season seven.
- Was convinced that her alcoholism was the result of having a demon inside of her.
See also[]
External Links[]
- Lettie Mae Thornton at IMDB
- Lettie Mae Thornton at the TV Database
- Lettie Mae Thornton at the True Blood Wiki
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