The fiercely independent former bartender (and member of the wealthy ডেবেন্পোর্ৎ family) shares a special bond with Monk, having also tragically হারিয়ে গেছে her spouse, and she and her teenage daughter, Julie, have become a surrogate family for Monk. With her no-nonsense attitude, knack for investigation, and ability to challenge Monk, Natalie has become much আরো than just a sidekick to the brilliant detective.