Chloë Sevigny
Actress in 'Boys Don't Cry' and 'Big Love'
Born
November 18th, 1974
50 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actress, model, and fashion designer rose to prominence in the late 1990s. Gained recognition for the role of Lana Tisdel in 'Boys Don't Cry' and subsequently starred in the HBO series 'Big Love' as Nicolette Grant. Established a reputation for portraying unconventional characters in independent films. Additionally, ventured into fashion design, collaborating with various brands to create unique clothing lines.
Played Lana Tisdel in 'Boys Don't Cry'
Starred as Nicolette Grant in 'Big Love'
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