In the Criminal Minds episode “Tribute,” Interpol Agent Emily Prentiss reappears. It’s been two years since the BAU has worked with Prentiss. She helped them find JJ (A.J. Cook) when she was kidnapped. Now Prentiss needs the help of the team in tracking down an international serial killer whom she believes will strike next on American soil.
Agent Emily Prentiss is portrayed by Paget Brewster. She known for her roles on Grandfathered (Sara), Another Period (Dodo Bellacourt), Community (Frankie), Law & Order: SVU (Bureau Chief Paula Foster), Huff (Beth Huffstodt), and Friends (Kathy, the brunette who Joey and Chandler fought over), among others. Criminal Minds airs Wednesdays at 9pm on CBS.