Mary Claire "Mimi" Kennedy (born September 25, 1948) is an American actress, author, and activist, best known for her performances in television comedies. She co-starred in a number of short-lived sitcoms, before her role as Ruth Sloan on the
ABC drama series,
Homefront (1991—93). Kennedy later co-starred in
The WB prime time soap opera
Savannah (1996—97).