Karen Morrow (born December 15, 1936) appears on Night Court as Amanda Caswell, a wealthy widowed woman who marries Buddy Ryan, Harry's dad, soon after meeting him, in the Season 7 episode titled "For Love or Money". A singer and actress, Karen is best known for her work in musical theater. Her honors include an Emmy Award and a Theatre World Award, and an Ovation Award and five Drama-Logue Award nominations.