Jeanne Tripplehorn to 'Criminal Minds'

Jeanne Tripplehorn, late of 'Big Love,' is joining the cast of "Criminal Minds."  

“We’re thrilled to have Jeanne Tripplehorn join our team as a profiler,” said Executive Producer Erica Messer. “Her character will be introduced in the premiere. It’s an exciting way to start Season 8.”

 Tripplehorn, a fine actress, has been around a w hile ("The Firm") though most TV lovers know her as Barb Hendrickson from "Big Love."