Barbara Lee Niven (née Bucholz; born February 26, 1953 [1]) is an American actress, writer, and producer, best known for her performances in Hallmark and Lifetime movies, and for television …

Barbara Niven was born in Portland, Oregon, USA. She is an actress and producer, known for Chesapeake Shores (2016), A Perfect Ending (2012) and The Rat Pack (1998).

Barbara won the Indie Best Actress award for her inspired performance in the feature film A Perfect Ending, and a Best Supporting Actress award for her role in the film Hamlet’s Ghost …

Jul 8, 2024 · Hallmark star Barbara Niven is mourning a devastating personal loss. The actress, who plays Alison Sweeney’s mom in the Hannah Swensen Mysteries franchise, took to social …

Dec 19, 2025 · Barbara Niven is an American actress, writer, and producer who is well-known for her works in the Hallmark and Lifetime movies and also for her TV roles in Pensacola: Wings …

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Niven began her acting career appearing in various films, such as "Hired to Kill" (1990), the action movie "Illegal Entry: Formula for Fear" (1993) with Sabryn Gene't and "Psycho Cop 2" (1994).