Full actor profile
Gloria Foster
Acting
31 known credits
1.5 popularity score 67 years
Biography
About Gloria Foster
Gloria Foster (November 15, 1933 – September 29, 2001) was an American actress, most known for her stage performances both on and off Broadway, including her acclaimed roles in plays In White America and Having Our Say, winning three Obie Awards during her career.
In films, she was perhaps best known as the Oracle in The Matrix (1999) and The Matrix Reloaded (2003), the latter film being her last. Gloria Foster also played the role of the mother of Yusef Bell in the mini series The Atlanta Child Murders which aired in 1985.
In films, she was perhaps best known as the Oracle in The Matrix (1999) and The Matrix Reloaded (2003), the latter film being her last. Gloria Foster also played the role of the mother of Yusef Bell in the mini series The Atlanta Child Murders which aired in 1985.
Photos
Profile gallery

Career at a glance
Gloria Foster across film and television
30credited titles
18movie credits
12TV credits
1964–2021screen career span
Recognition
Awards received
This list may not represent every nomination or win.
Notable work
Recent movies and TV shows
From FMM Reviews
Reviews and guides you may enjoy
TV guide
One Piece (1999): Series Review, Plot, Cast and Episodes
This One Piece (1999) review examines the action & adventure and comedy series through its premise, storytelling, cast, performances, themes, production choices and audience response.
Read the full guide TV guide
3rd Rock from the Sun (1996): Series Review, Plot, Cast and Episodes
This 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996) review examines the family and sci-fi & fantasy series through its premise, storytelling, cast, performances, themes, production choices and audience respo…
Read the full guide Movie guide
Insidious: Out of the Further (2026): Movie Review, Plot, Cast and Verdict
This Insidious: Out of the Further (2026) review examines the horror and thriller film through its premise, storytelling, cast, performances, themes, production choices and audience respons…
Read the full guide