Deborah Van Valkenburgh
American actress, starred in 'The Warriors'

Born
August 29th, 1952
72 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress born in 1952, became recognized for work in film and television. Played a prominent role as Mercy in the 1979 cult classic movie 'The Warriors.' Appeared in various television series including 'Too Close for Comfort,' where portrayed the character Jackie. Contributed to several other projects over the years, showcasing a versatile range in acting.
Played Mercy in 'The Warriors'
Starred as Jackie in 'Too Close for Comfort'
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