Fairuza Balk
Actress in The Craft and American History X
Born
May 21st, 1974
50 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1974, an actress gained recognition for roles in cult classic films. Portrayed Nancy Downs in 'The Craft', a film centered on a group of teenage girls who practice witchcraft. Played the character Darlene in 'American History X', dealing with complex social issues. Started acting at a young age, appearing in television shows and films throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Known for a distinctive style and strong performances in both independent films and mainstream projects.
Starred as Nancy Downs in The Craft
Played Darlene in American History X
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