Lettie Mae Thornton

Lettie Mae Daniels, ne Thornton is a recurring character on the HBO television series True Blood. Played by actress Adina Porter, she was introduced in the second episode from season one entitled "The First Taste".

Overview
Lettie Mae Thornton is initially presented as the abusive, alcoholic mother of Tara Thornton. Convinced that she has a demon residing in her, she enlists the aid of an alleged voodoo practioner named Miss Jeanette. Although Miss Jeanette is later revealed to be a fraud, the faux exorcism she conducts on Lettie Mae serves it's purpose, and she believes that she is cured of her demons. She then finds strength in her faith and begins a relationship with a local minister named Reverend Daniels, whom she subsequently marries.

Notes & Trivia



 * Actress Adina Porter became a regular cast member on True Blood with season seven.


 * Was convinced that her alcoholism was the result of having a demon inside of her.