Angela Bettis
Actress and director in horror cinema
An actress and director recognized for contributions in the horror genre. Gained prominence with a leading role in the film 'May' and portrayed key characters in 'Girl, Interrupted' and 'The Woods'. Directed the film 'Sick Girl', which won several awards in independent film circuits. Worked in television with notable appearances in series like 'Breaking Bad' and 'The Curse of Oak Island'.
Starred in the film 'May'
Appeared in 'Girl, Interrupted'
Directed 'Sick Girl'
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January 9th, 1819 207 years ago
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January 9th, 1946 80 years ago
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