Joanna Miles

French-American actress in TV and film

Joanna Miles - French-American actress in TV and film
Born

March 6th, 1940
85 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

France

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Born in France, an accomplished actress with a prolific career spanning several decades. Gained recognition for performances in television and film, particularly memorable roles in 'The Ghosts of Buxley Hall' and 'The Last Picture Show'. Featured in numerous television series, including 'The Waltons', 'Little House on the Prairie', and 'Murder, She Wrote'.

Starred in 'The Ghosts of Buxley Hall'

Appeared in 'The Last Picture Show'

Featured in 'The Waltons'

Acted in 'Murder, She Wrote'

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