Joan Allen
American actress in notable films
Born
August 20th, 1956
68 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An accomplished actress with a career spanning several decades. Gained prominence for performances in film, television, and theater. Received critical acclaim for roles in 'Nixon', 'The Contender', and 'The Bourne Identity'. Achieved recognition as a versatile performer across various genres and was honored with multiple award nominations throughout a distinguished career.
Starred in 'Nixon'
Starred in 'The Contender'
Starred in 'The Bourne Identity'
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