Melanie Smith

Melanie Smith is an American former actress, born December 16, 1962, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. She is best known for her role as Tora Ziyal—the third and final actress to portray the character—on "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," appearing in six episodes. Smith also gained recognition as Emily Stewart on "As the World Turns" from 1987 to 1992, and as Rachel Goldstein, Jerry Seinfeld’s girlfriend, in several episodes of "Seinfeld." Her career included appearances on "Melrose Place," "Beverly Hills, 90210," and "Curb Your Enthusiasm." After retiring from acting in 2009, she became a life coach and opened a yoga studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania, later authoring a book on healing and transformation.

Smith is married to Michael Eidel and is the youngest of six siblings.

Melanie Smith is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 18 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Trancers III (1992), Seinfeld (1989), Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990), Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993), Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000), Murder, She Wrote (1984), Melrose Place (1992), Matlock (1986). The recorded credits span 1984 to 2001, including 6 movies and 12 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.