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Cynthia Gibb Biography

Birth Name:Cynthia Gibb

Birth Place:Bennington, Vermont, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Nominated for a Young Artist Award in 1984 for her work on "Fame․"
  • Began her career in show business as a model, landing her first contract at age 14
  • Cast in her first role by Woody Allen in 1980 which prompted her to leave New York and try acting full-time in Hollywood
  • Occasionally teaches voice lessons in her spare time, both in California and out of her home in Connecticut
  • Gained prominence after appearing multiple seasons on "Fame" and "Search for Tomorrow․"

Awards

  • 1984Young Artist Award-Best Young Actress in a Drama Series: nominated
  • 1994Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated