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Edmonda Benton (known professionally as Anne-Marie Martin) is a Canadian actress, screenwriter, and equestrian. She gained recognition for her portrayal of Sgt. Dori Doreau in the American television comedy series Sledge Hammer! from 1986 to 1988, as well as her roles in several horror films, such as Prom Night (1980) and The Boogens (1981). Martin was raised in Toronto, Ontario, and prior to embarking on a screen acting career, she worked for theater director Hrant Alianak in Toronto, performing at the Theatre Passe Muraille. Martin launched her screen career in the early 1980s, appearing in horror films including Prom Night alongside Jamie Lee Curtis and later establishing herself in television comedy. Her breakthrough television role came with the parody police series Sledge Hammer!, where she played the straight-laced sergeant opposite David Rasche's unhinged detective character. The series became a cult favorite and showcased Martin's comedic timing and dramatic range. Following her acting career, she transitioned into screenwriting, most notably co-writing the screenplay for the 1996 blockbuster film Twister with her then-husband Michael Crichton. The film's original screenplay was released as a mass-market paperback in conjunction with the film, demonstrating the commercial success of their collaborative effort. Martin's career evolution from actress to screenwriter reflects her multifaceted talents within the entertainment industry. Her work on Twister, which became one of the highest-grossing films of 1996, established her credentials as a successful screenwriter and demonstrated her ability to craft compelling narratives that resonated with both critics and audiences worldwide.