Mandy Moore
Singer-songwriter and actress, 'This Is Us'
Born
April 10th, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An accomplished singer-songwriter and actress emerged in the late 1990s as a pop singer. Released successful albums including 'So Real' and 'I Wanna Be With You'. Transitioned to acting with a notable role in the film 'A Walk to Remember'. Gained critical acclaim for portraying Rebecca Pearson in the television series 'This Is Us', which aired from 2016 to 2022. Experienced a resurgence in music and acting in recent years, showcasing versatility in both fields.
Released the album 'So Real'
Starred in 'A Walk to Remember'
Portrayed Rebecca Pearson in 'This Is Us'
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