Concetta Tomei

American actress; starred in 'China Beach'

Concetta Tomei - American actress; starred in 'China Beach'
Born

December 30th, 1945
79 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actress with a prolific career in television and theater. Achievements include a strong presence in the entertainment industry, particularly in the late 20th century. Gained prominence through roles in various acclaimed series. Portrayed the character of Rose in the series 'China Beach', which ran from 1988 to 1991. Other notable performances occurred in stage productions, contributing to a successful career in regional theater. In addition, played memorable characters in shows such as 'Picket Fences' and 'My So-Called Life'.

Portrayed Rose in 'China Beach'

Appeared in 'Picket Fences'

Featured in 'My So-Called Life'

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