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Moira Kelly
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March 6, 1968 in Queens, New York, NY
Biography:Possessing an earthy almost childlike glow and a contrasting dark beauty that lent itself well to early roles in such films as Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me and Chaplin (both 1992), actress Moira Kelly subsequently went on to become one of the most underappreciated actresses of the 1990s, despite some truly striking performances. Kelly was born the third of six children in Queens, New York City, in March of 1968; her father was a professional violinist and her mother, a nurse. Inspired by classical and big band music, young Kelly followed in her father's musical footsteps by trying her hand at the violin, drums, and flute. Kelly was raised in Ronkonkoma, NY, and competed in opera while attending Connetquot High School in the mid-'80s. It was there that the acting bug bit, and when Kelly was cast in a small role in the high school's production of Annie, her role was unexpectedly expanded as the actress... Full Biography
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