Played by Julia Sweeney
Because of her portrayal of the buffoonishly androgynous character ‘Pat,’ whom Abby was cruelly compared to in her youth, Abby has complicated feelings about Julia Sweeney. When Abby finally has the opportunity to meet and confront Julia, she is completely unprepared for who Julia is: a genuine, kind and open-hearted woman who’s only seeming desire is to be friends.
Because of her portrayal of the buffoonishly androgynous character ‘Pat,’ whom Abby was cruelly compared to in her youth, Abby has complicated feelings about Julia Sweeney. When Abby finally has the opportunity to meet and confront Julia, she is completely unprepared for who Julia is: a genuine, kind and open-hearted woman who’s only seeming desire is to be friends.