Archie Panjabi
British actress, Emmy Award winner
Born
May 31st, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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An actress gained recognition for performances in the television series 'The Good Wife' and 'Departure.' Received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for work on 'The Good Wife.' Also appeared in films such as 'Bend It Like Beckham' and 'The Infidel.'
Won an Emmy Award for 'The Good Wife'
Starred in 'Bend It Like Beckham'
Featured in 'The Infidel'
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