Rachel Blanchard
Canadian actress known for 'Clueless'
Born
March 19th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Canada
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Born in Canada, a prominent figure in television and film. Gained recognition in the role of Cher Horowitz in the iconic film 'Clueless' (1995). Starred in the TV series 'There’s Something About Mary' and later led in '7th Heaven' as well as 'The Goldbergs'. Acted in various other productions highlighting versatility in character portrayals throughout her career.
Played Cher Horowitz in 'Clueless'
Starred in 'The Goldbergs'
Featured in '7th Heaven'
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