Julie McNiven is an American actress and singer. McNiven was born in Amherst, Massachusetts, and got her start in local community theatre productions. She is best known for her recurring roles in Mad Men (2007–2009) and Supernatural (2008–2010). McNiven also had a recurring role in the second season of Stargate: Universe (2010–2011).
McNiven at the 2011 DragonCon
Supernatural (American TV series)
Supernatural is an American television series created by Eric Kripke. It was first broadcast on September 13, 2005, on The WB, and subsequently became part of successor network The CW's lineup. Starring Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester and Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester, the series follows the two brothers as they hunt demons, ghosts, monsters, and other supernatural beings. The series was produced by Warner Bros. Television, in association with Wonderland Sound and Vision. Along with Kripke, executive producers have been McG, Robert Singer, Phil Sgriccia, Sera Gamble, Jeremy Carver, John Shiban, Ben Edlund, and Adam Glass. Former executive producer and director Kim Manners died during production of the fourth season.
Black '67 Impala, similar to the car in the series
Jensen Ackles (left) and Jared Padalecki (right) portray the series' main characters.
Actor Jim Beaver never expected his character's longevity, believing his initial guest appearance would be a "one-shot deal".
Actor Misha Collins believed he would be another recurring guest star who would fade away quickly. For the fifth season, Collins was promoted to a series regular.