HBO’s ‘True Blood’ hires J Smith-Cameron to play Sam’s mom in season 3. According to Michael Ausiello over at Entertainment Weekly, HBO’s new hit show, “True Blood” is going to be bringing on J.Smith-Cameron to play the recurring role of Sam’s estranged mother, Melinda.

Melinda’s character is described as dirt-poor,hungover,and trashy-looking. Also, Marshall Allman of “Prison Break” will be playing her other son and Sam’s younger brother. They are also still looking to cast Melinda’s husband who will be equally as filthy as Melinda.

J. Smith-Cameron’s acting resume reads like this. She’s been nominated for a Tony award in the past. She has appeared in many Broadway roles. She’s also been on TV shows, “Law & Order,” “Six Degrees,” and “K Street.”

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