Arleen Sorkin

Actress, producer, screenwriter; 'Days of Our Lives'

Arleen Sorkin - Actress, producer, screenwriter; 'Days of Our Lives'
Born

October 14th, 1955
69 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actress, producer, and screenwriter, significant contributions include work in television and film. Best known for portraying Calliope Jones on the soap opera 'Days of Our Lives', a role that spanned multiple years. Also provided the voice of Harley Quinn in the animated series 'Batman: The Animated Series', influencing the character's development in subsequent media. In addition, contributed to television as a producer and writer, showcasing versatility in multiple roles within the entertainment field.

Portrayed Calliope Jones in 'Days of Our Lives'

Voiced Harley Quinn in 'Batman: The Animated Series'

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