Shannon Woodward
American actress in television series
Born
December 17th, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress gained recognition for roles in television series. Appeared in 'Raising Hope' as Sabrina and 'Westworld' as Elsie Hughes. Contributed to various projects across television and film, showcasing a range of comedic and dramatic talents.
Portrayed Sabrina in 'Raising Hope'
Portrayed Elsie Hughes in 'Westworld'
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