Linda Evans
American actress, starred in 'Dynasty'
Born
November 18th, 1942
82 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress gained prominence through work in television series. Starred in the soap opera 'Dynasty', which aired from 1981 to 1989, and became a defining role. Prior to that, appeared in 'The Big Valley', showcasing talent in a Western setting. Received multiple Golden Globe nominations for performances. Active in the entertainment industry for several decades, contributing to both film and television.
Starred in 'Dynasty'
Appeared in 'The Big Valley'
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