Mae Whitman

American actress and voice artist

Mae Whitman - American actress and voice artist
Born

June 9th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress and voice artist from the United States, emerged in the entertainment industry at a young age. Gained recognition for roles in television series and motion pictures. Voiced key characters in popular animated projects. Achieved prominence with roles in 'Parenthood' and 'The DUFF'.

played the role of Amber Holt in 'Parenthood'

voiced Katara in 'Avatar: The Last Airbender'

starred as Bianca Stratford in '10 Things I Hate About You'

appeared in 'The DUFF' as Bianca

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