Peri Gilpin

American actress and producer

Peri Gilpin - American actress and producer
Born

May 27th, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Active in the entertainment industry, significant achievements include portraying Roz Doyle on the television series 'Frasier' from 1993 to 2004 and serving as a producer on various projects. Gained recognition for working in television and film, including her role in the movie 'The Vicious Kind'.

Portrayed Roz Doyle in 'Frasier'

Produced television projects

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