The women of 'Impeachment' explained: Betty Currie, omnipresent Clinton aide

In Tuesday's season finale of "Impeachment: American Crime Story," titled "The Wilderness," Betty Currie is seen only briefly, calmly navigating a morning of urgency as President Bill Clinton and his advisers brace for the release of independent counsel Kenneth Starr's explosive report to Congress that outlined a case for Clinton's impeachment.

It's easy to overlook her. Throughout the season, which relives the events leading up to the 1998 impeachment and the women caught up in the media maelstrom around it, viewers have gotten glimpses at Currie's discretion and dedication in her role as the White House secretary during Clinton's administration. Administrative aides are considered the most important person in an office, loyal gatekeepers who are often privy to confidential information, and "Impeachment" draws on Currie's quiet influence to craft its portrait of her. Portrayed by Rae Dawn Chong, Currie, unlike the other women depicted in the series, does not have a singular dramatic moment, but her name is invoked