Megan Gallagher
American actress in TV series and films
Born
February 6th, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress with a career in television and film, notable roles include appearances in the series 'The X-Files' and 'The Strain'. Starred in movies such as 'The Last Boy Scout'. Garnered attention for performances that showcased versatility across different genres including drama and science fiction.
Appeared in 'The X-Files' as Yvette
Starred in 'The Strain' as Jessica
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