Robin Tunney
American actress in The Mentalist
Born
June 19th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actress began acting in the mid-1990s, gaining recognition for the role of Teresa Lisbon in the television series The Mentalist. The show aired from 2008 to 2015 and showcased her portrayal of a minor character in a police procedural setting centered around a former psychic medium turned consultant. Additionally, performed in the film The Craft, a cult classic released in 1996, which features a group of teenage girls exploring witchcraft and its consequences. Tunney's work has spanned both television and film, delivering performances that contributed to the success of her projects.
Portrayed Teresa Lisbon in The Mentalist
Starred in the film The Craft
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