Reception
Libby is a well liked character. After her death, her popularity increased due to the added mystery to her character. In a poll conducted by BuddyTV about five characters seldom seen on the show, she received the highest votes. Meanwhile, her romantic fling with Hurley was described by Entertainment Weekly as "well-played" and "charming". Cynthia Watros co-won the 2005 Screen Actors Guild Award for "Best Ensemble - Drama Series. When she returned to the show in 2008, Watros was praised by the producers who said she "is a smart and engaging actor".
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