Sara Rue

Actress with notable work in sitcoms

Sara Rue - Actress with notable work in sitcoms
Born

January 26th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress gained recognition for roles in television. Starred in the series 'Less Than Perfect' as Claude Casey and appeared in 'The Big Bang Theory' as Leslie Winkle. Participated in various guest appearances and voice roles in animated series. Acted in films such as 'A Cinderella Story' and 'For Christ's Sake'.

Starred in 'Less Than Perfect'

Appeared in 'The Big Bang Theory'

Acted in 'A Cinderella Story'

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