Sarah Michelle Gellar

Actress known for Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Sarah Michelle Gellar - Actress known for Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Born

April 14th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actress and producer, achieved prominence through the role of Buffy Summers in the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, which aired from 1997 to 2003. Gellar's portrayal of the titular character garnered critical praise and a devoted fanbase. She also starred in the soap opera All My Children, which won her a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actress in a Drama Series. In film, she appeared in movies such as Cruel Intentions, where her performance was well-received, and The Grudge, which became a major box office success. Beyond acting, Gellar has taken on production roles and launched her own food company. Her career has spanned various genres, establishing her as a versatile figure in the entertainment industry.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Cruel Intentions

The Grudge

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