Dagmara Domińczyk

Polish-American actress in prominent films

Dagmara Domińczyk - Polish-American actress in prominent films
Born

July 17th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1976, this Polish-American actress gained recognition for performances in television and film. Appeared in the critically acclaimed series 'The Sopranos' as a recurring character, contributing to the show's popularity. Played a role in the movie '24: Redemption', expanding presence in the action genre. Domińczyk has also been involved in theater productions, showcasing versatile acting skills on stage.

Appeared in 'The Sopranos'

Acted in '24: Redemption'

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