Paula Deen

Birth Name:

Paula Ann Hiers

Birth Place:

Albany, Georgia, United States

Profession

Actress, Producer

Served as the Grand Marshal of the Tournament of Roses Parade in 2010
Supports the organizations Blessings in a Backpack and Robert F․ Kennedy Memorial
While struggling with panic attacks and agoraphobia, Deen focused her time on cooking for her family and soon found a passion for culinary arts
Best known for her enthusiasm for country-style cooking
Appeared as a judge on a 2011 episode of the competition reality show "Top Chef․"
Made her big screen debut on the 2005 film "Elizabethtown․"

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