Amanda Redman

English actress in 'At Home with the Braithwaites'

Amanda Redman - English actress in 'At Home with the Braithwaites'
Born

August 12th, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

England

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An English actress was born in 1957 and began a career in theatre before transitioning to television and film. Gained recognition for performance in the series 'At Home with the Braithwaites', which aired from 2000 to 2003. Starred in the drama series 'New Tricks', which ran from 2003 to 2013, portraying D.I. Sandra Pullman. Appeared in various other television projects and films, showcasing versatility across genres.

Starred in 'At Home with the Braithwaites'

Portrayed D.I. Sandra Pullman in 'New Tricks'

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