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Local Actress Lands Role on ‘Ted Lasso’

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 5:50 AM

St. Joseph native Holland Smith recently made an unforgettable appearance on the hit series “Ted Lasso,” describing her time working on set as one of the coolest experiences of her career. The actress, who plays a carefree character named Vanessa, spent eight years working in New York City before returning to film in Missouri. Now…

St. Joseph native Holland Smith recently made an unforgettable appearance on the hit series “Ted Lasso,” describing her time working on set as one of the coolest experiences of her career. The actress, who plays a carefree character named Vanessa, spent eight years working in New York City before returning to film in Missouri. Now back in her hometown, Smith predicts that St. Joseph’s rich history and unique locations will help transform the city into a major hub for the film industry over the next decade.

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