Amber Tamblyn
Actress from 'Rosemary's Baby' and '2 Broke Girls'
Actress from 'Rosemary's Baby' and '2 Broke Girls'
An American actress, author, model, and director. Played the role of 'Joan of Arcadia' in the television series named after the character. Gained recognition for performances in the film 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants' and in the horror remake 'Rosemary's Baby'. Directed the film 'Paint It Black', based on the novel by Janet Fitch. Tamblyn is also an accomplished author, having published several works of poetry and fiction.
Played Joan in 'Joan of Arcadia'
Starred in 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants'
Directed the film 'Paint It Black'
Performed in '2 Broke Girls'
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