Amy Irving

American actress and producer

Amy Irving - American actress and producer
Born

September 10th, 1953
71 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress and producer, contributed to film and theater across several decades. Gained recognition for performances in works such as 'Carrie' and 'Yentl'. Her career includes both film and stage acting, showcasing a range of characters. Received acclaim for abilities in dramatic roles as well as performances in musicals.

Performed in 'Carrie'

Starred in 'Yentl'

Appeared in 'Traffic'

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