Peggy Lipton
American actress and model, starred in 'Twin Peaks'
Born
August 30th, 1946
78 years ago
Died
May 11th, 2019
5 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American model and actress, Lipton gained fame for her role as Julie Barnes in the television series 'The Mod Squad' during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Lipton transitioned from modeling to acting, achieving significant success in television. She later starred in the cult series 'Twin Peaks' as Norma Jennings, contributing to the show's critical acclaim. Apart from her television work, Lipton appeared in several films, including 'The Clockwork Orange'. Lipton's contributions to the television industry earned her a place in pop culture history.
Played Julie Barnes in 'The Mod Squad'
Starred as Norma Jennings in 'Twin Peaks'
Appeared in 'The Clockwork Orange'
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